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Understanding printer page yield is something that can save you a lot of money in the long run. Basically, it provides a rough estimate of how many pages you can print from one single ink cartridge. This information is handy to have when it comes to deciding on which ink cartridge or printer to buy. In this blog post from Toner City, we will explore page yield in detail and look into how it is measured, why it’s important and any factors that are worth considering. Follow the ink trail below to find out more.  Continue reading What is Printer Page Yield?

We all rely on it, but not many of us understand it. What is printer ink and toner and how are they made? The high cost of genuine printer consumables has led to all kinds of jokes about it being made from liquid gold, but the truth is a lot more mundane than that. 

Read on and let Toner City show you what you’re buying when you restock your printer.  Continue reading What Is Printer Ink & Toner Made From?

Whether you’re buying a new printer or your old one is just getting on in years, it’s a valuable question to ask. Knowing how many years and how many pages you can expect from your printer can help you make smarter buying decisions, helping you save money while still getting the best quality prints possible. 

In this guide, Toner City gives you some general tips for determining how much more you can expect from your printer. Read on and get the info you need to maximise its utility.  Continue reading What is the life of a Printer?

If you’ve had your printer for a good long while, it’s likely you may have seen an error message pop up asking you to replace the drum. While your first instinct may be to reach for that trusty box of printer cartridges, you’d be wrong. While related, a printer drum is not a printer cartridge – one can’t function without the other, but they are most definitely distinct and separate components. 

In this blog, Toner City explains what a drum is, how it functions, and how you can tell when you need to change it.  Read on and better understand your printer.  Continue reading What Is A Printer Drum Unit?

Whether you’re eyeing off a new model, grappling with a problem with your current one, or just wondering how it turns your files into pieces of paper, it can be valuable to understand how you printer works.  Continue reading What Is the Difference Between an Inkjet & a Toner Printer? 

Are your documents coming out smudged? Are the beautiful colours of your photographs smeared everywhere? Your toner drum may need a clean. Continue reading How To Clean A Toner Drum

The quality of physical photographs relies largely on the quality of the printer so if your printer isn’t good, you can be sure your photograph won’t be as sharp and clean as it appears on your camera viewfinder or computer screen. If you want good quality prints, you need to choose the printer carefully. Continue reading How to Choose the Right Photo Printer