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Is it OK to use compatible toner cartridges?

Is it OK to use compatible toner cartridges?

The cartridge is still built to be compatible and fit properly in the printer, even if it might look slightly different. Another approach original printer manufacturers use is publishing warnings that generic or compatible toner cartridges could damage the printer or void its warranty. This is highly unlikely however.

Are cheap toner cartridges worth it?

Compatible/remanufactured/own brand ink and toner cartridges aren’t ‘better than’ their OEM counterparts. However, they do offer a high quality, cost effective alternative and, in most print applications, will do a great job for you.

Are non HP toner cartridges good?

Owing to the fact that the cartridges have already been used, and they are not made to the same high standards as OEMs, you should expect repurposed cartridges to be at greater risk of failing. This doesn’t just mean you’ll lose out on money spent on the cartridges, but it could cause damage to your printer.

Is it bad to refill cartridge?

Refilling your own ink cartridges increases the risk of overfilling, which can lead to damage in your printer. You also lose some print quality when you choose third-party refill ink, though you’ll get about the same yield of pages before you run out of ink.

Who makes the best compatible toner cartridges?

Here are some of the best toner cartridges for laser printers.

  • HP 26A Toner Cartridge. This HP 26A toner is compatible with HP LaserJet Pro M402 and M426.
  • Brother Genuine High Yield Toner Cartridge.
  • True Image Color Laserjet Toner.
  • Canon Genuine Toner Cartridge.
  • Toner Kingdom Toner Cartridge.

What is the difference between original and compatible toner cartridges?

Manufacturers – Original cartridges are manufactured by the same company that manufactured the printer. Compatible cartridges are still brand-new and have high quality functionality though manufactured by a different supplier. They still possess the same quality as the original.

What is the difference between toner and cartridge?

In a nutshell, ink cartridges contain liquid and are used by inkjet printers and toner cartridges contain powder and are used by laser printers. The ink inside an ink cartridge can be either dye-based or pigment-based, depending on which cartridge you have.