How many pages can i expect to get out of my cartridge?
The average toner cartridge yield varies depending on your model, coverage, density, and resolution; however, many factors should be considered. One such factor is how much toner (coverage) each page consumes.
Standard page yield factors are based on 5% coverage (from the 1980's when MS-DOS programs were used and 5% was much more common) as an industry standard.
Q: Who prints only 5%?
A: Almost, no one now. Q: What's a more realistic toner coverage percentage?
A: For most 10-15% per page.
Based on industry standard below you will find a sample of 5%, 25%, 50% and 80% page yield. Note: Most cartridges are measured on 5% scale for page yield.
(Note: The 5% sample page below is printed on preprinted letterhead)
Another thing that can effect page yield is economode (found in the printer menu under "print quality" or sometimes in the printer driver on the computer).This causes the prints to be extremely light which will make the cartridge last longer, but is really only useful for drafts or things that are not really important. Newer cartridges also have the ability to print higher DPI (dots per inch) resolutions which gives clearer looking graphics and text but will consume a little extra toner. The last thing is usage. If you notice yourself going through a lot of paper all of the sudden; then you usage has gone up and you my want to order another cartridge for back up.
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