Long an essential tool for businesses, laser printers are becoming more and more popular with home users because of their speed, accuracy and precision. Laser printers are increasingly affordable, too. If you’re contemplating buying a laser printer, here are the answers to the common questions about the all-important subject of laser toner cartridges.
How Long Do Laser Toner Cartridges Last?
Laser printer toner cartridge life is measured in terms of yield. This measurement has two numbers, the first is the number of pages that can be printed with that cartridge. The second is a percentage which refers to the ratio of the page that is printed on. For example, a yield of “35000 pages, 5%”, indicates that the cartridge will print 3500 average quality pages with text that covers five percent of each page.
One good thing about laser printers is that not using the machine doesn’t result in reduced cartridge life. This is because laser toner is powder. So unlike the liquid ink in inkjet cartridges, it doesn’t dry up if unused for a long time.
What Are My Options For Replacement Cartridges?
Your first option is to get...