Laser printer manufacturers claim that only genuine toner cartridges can deliver the print quality and yield expected of the machine. This is a claim that is disputed by third party manufacturers. It is for a fact that OEM's cannot hold sole claim to product quality because aftermarket consumables are also able to meet the standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials or ASTM. Given the expensive pricing of OEM consumables, the use of compatibles manufactured by aftermarket entities has become an economical option.
Online marketing meanwhile armed consumers with the flexibility to select the product they prefer based on the merits of quality and price options without having to visit brick and mortar retail outlets. This way, consumers save on time and gas expenses; particularly when scouting for the best deals on laser printer peripherals.
Let us look at the many ways by which users can save on laser printing expenditure, particularly related to consumables.
Tweaking Printer Settings
When printing, select draft mode to save on toner. Use only high resolution print mode when producing the final print.
If possible, use only black and white prints or grayscales for the printout of draft copies; particularly if the final print is in full color. Proofread the copy many times before producing the final, full color printout.
When print defects start to manifest over printouts and print quality is rather dull, check if the drum can be replaced before taking the final option of replacing the entire cartridge. This will sensibly reduce laser printing expenses.
Consumable Options
Compatible Toner Cartridges.These consumables are new cartridge units compatible for use on particular laser printers but developed and distributed by third party manufacturers. A compatible toner cartridge is a complete clone of the original cartridge and is retailed 50% less than the counter price of the OEM cartridge.
Remanufactured Toner Cartridges. Said consumable is another viable option since a remanufactured unit is a refurbished cartridge composed of old but still working components; assembled and post tested to resemble the performance of the original cartridge.
Toner Refill Kits. Empty toner cartridges that may now be collecting dust inside storage can be reactivated for another printing cycle with the user of toner refill kits. Each refill package is provided with easy step by step instructions relevant to the refill process. The Dell 330-1436 toner cartridge for instance can be refilled in less than 5 minutes and sells for only $20. Nonetheless, the gram load of toner supplied is rated 2,500 pages at 5% page coverage just like the OEM cartridge. On the average, OEM toner cartridges can be refilled for up to 3 times.
Upgrade your savings spree with the purchase of multi-pack dell toner refill kits (the lifeline of laser printers). Substantial savings can be generated when buying compatible toner for dell in bulk instead of just individual kits. These are surefire ways to reduce your dependence on expensive toner cartridges - a relevant move that saves a lot of dollars in the process without sacrificing print quality and yield over output pages.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
HP LaserJet 3800
During the late 80's, Hewlett Packard (HP) started the mass production of laser printers that changed the course of printing history. And together with related accessories and printer peripherals introduced affordable printing to countless households and offices worldwide - thus giving HP an iconic reputation. What started it all was the technical innovation used in laser printing, the development of toner powder and toner cartridges that are first of all handy and could easily be loaded into the laser printer. Because HP has the foothold in the compact printing industry, it dictates the costs of both printers and toner cartridges to the point that laser printing has become limited only to affluent households and large business enterprises.
But then, third party manufacturers conceived compatible consumables and pioneered its distribution in the aftermarket, obviously to support the printing requirements of printers like the LaserJet HP 3800 and thereby providing regular laser printer users a viable alternative. The most important aftermarket consumable is the toner refill kit, which was primarily designed to replenish the toner supply of empty OEM toner cartridges with compatible toner powder. Priced at almost 85% off the original, the toner refill product brought laser printing closer to the masses. After two decades, aftermarket consumables has gained the fervor of many laser printer users to capture at least 30% of the printer consumable market share.
The OEM Q6472A (yellow) toner cartridge was designed to load the LaserJet HP 3800. The unit is non-refillable and comes with a microchip or lockout chip that bars printing after cartridge toner supply has been exhausted and prevents the administration of toner refills on the cartridge as well. But then again, third party manufacturers introduced the refill tool to burn a hole on the plastic shell of the empty cartridge, access the toner chamber and empty the toner chamber of leftover old toner while serving as fill hole for the transfer of a new shot of toner into the cartridge's toner hopper. Third party manufacturers also added a replacement chip to replace the lockout chip and allow further printing. This new system worked and countless of consumers enjoyed the benefits of a toner refill kit because they were able to save while also being privy to superb and razor sharp printouts as well as yield in printed pages that is similar to the OEM counterpart.
The HP LaserJet 3800 toner refill kit carries similar performance characteristics as the OEM toner, likewise rated 4,000 pages at 5% coverage. All these come at a price of only $35 versus the OEM toner cartridge's counter price of $165. And since the Q6472A OEM toner cartridge can last up to 3 refills, users stands to save around $390 for the entire life span of the cartridge.
But then, third party manufacturers conceived compatible consumables and pioneered its distribution in the aftermarket, obviously to support the printing requirements of printers like the LaserJet HP 3800 and thereby providing regular laser printer users a viable alternative. The most important aftermarket consumable is the toner refill kit, which was primarily designed to replenish the toner supply of empty OEM toner cartridges with compatible toner powder. Priced at almost 85% off the original, the toner refill product brought laser printing closer to the masses. After two decades, aftermarket consumables has gained the fervor of many laser printer users to capture at least 30% of the printer consumable market share.
The OEM Q6472A (yellow) toner cartridge was designed to load the LaserJet HP 3800. The unit is non-refillable and comes with a microchip or lockout chip that bars printing after cartridge toner supply has been exhausted and prevents the administration of toner refills on the cartridge as well. But then again, third party manufacturers introduced the refill tool to burn a hole on the plastic shell of the empty cartridge, access the toner chamber and empty the toner chamber of leftover old toner while serving as fill hole for the transfer of a new shot of toner into the cartridge's toner hopper. Third party manufacturers also added a replacement chip to replace the lockout chip and allow further printing. This new system worked and countless of consumers enjoyed the benefits of a toner refill kit because they were able to save while also being privy to superb and razor sharp printouts as well as yield in printed pages that is similar to the OEM counterpart.
The HP LaserJet 3800 toner refill kit carries similar performance characteristics as the OEM toner, likewise rated 4,000 pages at 5% coverage. All these come at a price of only $35 versus the OEM toner cartridge's counter price of $165. And since the Q6472A OEM toner cartridge can last up to 3 refills, users stands to save around $390 for the entire life span of the cartridge.
Tape Cartridge
LTO format was introduced by the leading media manufacturing companies including IBM, HP and Seagate. LTO (linear tape open) format was developed to meet the increasing demands for data protection and storage. TDK Corporation is a global manufacturer of high performance, advanced backup storage media. TDK LTO-2 tape cartridges are designed for large volume storage capacity with unparalleled media durability and data integrity. Part number of this high quality LTO2 TDK cartridge is D2405-LTO2.
LTO-2 tape has become the most widely adopted tape storage technology that offers impressive backup storage performance and long term data security. TDK D2405-LTO2 tape cartridges deliver excellent performance and robust protection in mid-range servers, data centers, data intensive applications and enterprise servers.
TDK LTO-2 ultrium offers numerous breakthrough features including advanced data compression, increased bit density, error correction, enhanced servo technology, ultra smooth tape surface and multi-channel support. Combination of all these cutting edge technologies enable the TDK D2405-LTO2 ultrium tape to provide cost efficient solution in data rich environments. Increased track density allows the TDK LTO-2 tape to backup 200GB uncompressed data. Data compression will extend the capacity of D2405-LTO2 tape to 400GB. These backup tapes support high density recordings at a remarkable 40MB/s native speed.
Ultra high speed TDK LTO2 tape cartridges reflect the unmatched technical expertise of TDK in media recording technology. TDK LTO-2 tape cartridges achieve highest levels of durability and media durability with the help of the TDK's stringent quality control standards, advanced manufacturing process and comprehensive testing procedures.
TDK Corporation is well renowned for its major innovative technologies and development in backup storage media. If you already have a LTO-2 tape drive then you won't need to purchase new LTO drive to use the TDK LTO-2 cartridges, because the TDK D2405-LTO2 tapes perform excellently with all LTO-2 tape drives. Superior compatibility of TDK LTO-2 ensures peace of mind and your previous I.T investments will also be secured.
Improved cartridge design of TDK D2405-LTO2 tape helps to provide its clients with enhanced level of cost effectiveness and data integrity. TDK LTO-2 tapes feature a proprietary unified mechanism system which ensures superior hardware compatibility with all LTO 2 drives. D2405-LTO2 ultrium cartridge is intelligent engineered for long term operational stability, and its robust design protects from accidental drops and mechanical stress. These reliable data tapes can withstand over 25,000 media loads/unloads with exceptional data integrity and mechanical stability.
TDK's exclusive "Super Finavinx" media formulation is designed to maximize the data performance and capacity of D2405-LTO2 ultrium cartridges. TDK has developed a new binder system called 3-DC "Three Dimensional Compound" that ensures high bit density and elevates the resistance of tape medium against particle shedding. Exceptional robustness and outstanding adhesive qualities of 3DC binder mechanism help to provide long term resilience, low error rate and higher output frequency under increased stress of repeated read/write cycles.
LTO-2 tape has become the most widely adopted tape storage technology that offers impressive backup storage performance and long term data security. TDK D2405-LTO2 tape cartridges deliver excellent performance and robust protection in mid-range servers, data centers, data intensive applications and enterprise servers.
TDK LTO-2 ultrium offers numerous breakthrough features including advanced data compression, increased bit density, error correction, enhanced servo technology, ultra smooth tape surface and multi-channel support. Combination of all these cutting edge technologies enable the TDK D2405-LTO2 ultrium tape to provide cost efficient solution in data rich environments. Increased track density allows the TDK LTO-2 tape to backup 200GB uncompressed data. Data compression will extend the capacity of D2405-LTO2 tape to 400GB. These backup tapes support high density recordings at a remarkable 40MB/s native speed.
Ultra high speed TDK LTO2 tape cartridges reflect the unmatched technical expertise of TDK in media recording technology. TDK LTO-2 tape cartridges achieve highest levels of durability and media durability with the help of the TDK's stringent quality control standards, advanced manufacturing process and comprehensive testing procedures.
TDK Corporation is well renowned for its major innovative technologies and development in backup storage media. If you already have a LTO-2 tape drive then you won't need to purchase new LTO drive to use the TDK LTO-2 cartridges, because the TDK D2405-LTO2 tapes perform excellently with all LTO-2 tape drives. Superior compatibility of TDK LTO-2 ensures peace of mind and your previous I.T investments will also be secured.
Improved cartridge design of TDK D2405-LTO2 tape helps to provide its clients with enhanced level of cost effectiveness and data integrity. TDK LTO-2 tapes feature a proprietary unified mechanism system which ensures superior hardware compatibility with all LTO 2 drives. D2405-LTO2 ultrium cartridge is intelligent engineered for long term operational stability, and its robust design protects from accidental drops and mechanical stress. These reliable data tapes can withstand over 25,000 media loads/unloads with exceptional data integrity and mechanical stability.
TDK's exclusive "Super Finavinx" media formulation is designed to maximize the data performance and capacity of D2405-LTO2 ultrium cartridges. TDK has developed a new binder system called 3-DC "Three Dimensional Compound" that ensures high bit density and elevates the resistance of tape medium against particle shedding. Exceptional robustness and outstanding adhesive qualities of 3DC binder mechanism help to provide long term resilience, low error rate and higher output frequency under increased stress of repeated read/write cycles.
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