Kyocera Toner: Guide to TK and ECOSYS References
Kyocera is the champion of cost per page in business, and it’s no accident. Understanding the ECOSYS logic and the TK toner series helps you choose the right Kyocera toner and take advantage of this benefit. To identify your cartridge directly, use our Find Your Toner tool; for basics, see the guide to choosing your toner.
The ECOSYS Philosophy: A Drum That Lasts
Unlike most brands, Kyocera permanently separates the drum (and developer) from the toner. On ECOSYS printers, the drum is designed to last the entire life of the device; daily, you only replace the TK toner cartridge. The result: fewer consumables, less waste, and a cost per page among the lowest on the market — a key selling point for office fleets.
Reading a Kyocera TK Reference
The toner cartridge carries the reference TK-xxxx. The number corresponds to a specific printer series. In monochrome, yields are high (7,000 to 15,000 pages depending on the model). In color, the reference comes in four versions (e.g., TK-5240K, TK-5240C, TK-5240M, TK-5240Y). The TASKalfa (production multifunction devices) also use TK toners, in larger formats.
Comparison of Main Kyocera Toners
| Reference | Typical Printers | Type | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| TK-1170 | ECOSYS M2040dn, M2540dn | Mono | ~7,200 pages |
| TK-3060 / TK-3160 / TK-3170 | ECOSYS M3145, P3045, P3055 | Mono | ~14,500 to ~15,500 pages |
| TK-5240 (CMYK) | ECOSYS P5026, M5526 | Color | ~3,000 / ~4,000 pages |
| TK-8115 (CMYK) | ECOSYS M8124, M8130 | Color | ~6,000 to ~12,000 pages |
| TK-8345 (CMYK) | TASKalfa 2552ci | Color MFP | High volume |
Original or Compatible?
Kyocera’s cost per page advantage relies on toners with precise yields: a random compatible cartridge cancels out the benefit. The new original Kyocera toner guarantees the stated yield and preserves the long-life drum. See our selection of Kyocera toners.
What itandoffice.com Guarantees
Original and new Kyocera toners, checked before shipping, physically stocked in France. Fast delivery across Europe within 24 to 72 hours, professional invoice including VAT, at prices well below new. Official reference: Kyocera.
FAQ — Kyocera Toner
Why such a low cost per page?
ECOSYS: drum and developer last the printer’s lifetime; only the high-yield TK toner is consumed.
What does TK mean?
It’s the Kyocera toner cartridge; the number identifies the compatible series. In color, 4 references (K/C/M/Y).
Do I need to replace the drum?
Rarely: on ECOSYS it lasts hundreds of thousands of pages.
Delivery in France and Europe?
Yes, 24 to 72 hours from our French stock.
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