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Toner cost is the bulk of the life time printer costs. The actual
printer itself represents only an insignificant portion. Among typical
law firm, accounting firm, and real estate appraisal clients, toner
costs over 7-year lifetime range from $4000 to $12,000!
Here is an actual real-life analysis using current distributor cost
figures, comparing Lexmark Optra T series 21K hi-yield vs 32K
extra-hi-yield, both prebate cartridges. This table shows the
lifetime savings from using extra-hi-yield cartridges.
| Cartridge Type |
Cents per Page |
| Extra Hi-Yield: |
1.031 |
| Hi-Yield: |
1.420 |
| Savings |
0.389 |
Lifetime Toner Cost Savings using Extra Hi-Yield 12/10/07
Row = annual volume (pages), Column = life of printer (years)
This table is based on September 2006 cost figures
Additional printer maintenance items not included:
- Fuser Assemblies
- Photoconductor Kits
- Cleaning Supplies & Tools
- Roller Kits
- All labor costs
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