Odds are, if you are investing in an all-in-one color laser printer, you are making a strategic move towards consistent high-quality color output. Laser printers are phenomenal for achieving eye-catching print, as innovative laser technology produces a color grade that is hard to match with traditional inkjet printers. Although color laser printers are renowned for their exceptional print quality, some offices may struggle to find their footing. If you’ve tried troubleshooting your device and haven’t identified any significant issues affecting your print quality, there may be a simple but transformative fix.
Why Compatible Toner Matters
Typically, when offices experience poor document color quality, toner is the first culprit. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you are experiencing a major malfunction with your device, like a broken nozzle or malfunctioning lasers. Often, it can mean using an incompatible toner for your specific device. Although this is a small error, switching it out with the compatible toner for that specific device can be transformative for your print quality.
For example, if you source your toner from a place that doesn’t have a reputable catalog of brand-compatible toner, it’s likely that the same toner will cause issues with your print quality. We want to avoid this, as it can cost you significantly due to wasted money on poor print quality. Additionally, low print color quality also reduces the professionalism of your business, so avoiding this is crucial.
The easiest fix? Partnering with a reputable and trusted print technology company like BDS for all your toner and supply needs! BDS is authorized by the top office print technology manufacturers in the world to provide brand-compatible toner and other relevant supplies to local New England and Florida businesses like yours!
OEM VS Refilled Toner: Which is Right for Me?
Original Equipment Toner (OEM) is a brand-compatible toner that guarantees the best print quality for a specific device. BDS service technicians stress the importance of OEM toner for superior print quality because it’s the safest and easiest way to ensure your color quality stays consistent. For example, if you are operating with an HP printer, the best toner for that device will be the OEM toner by HP. The toner is specific for those devices and will provide a vastly better experience.
Now, you may be wondering, are there other options available? With many offices looking to make significant strides towards sustainability, they are refilling their toner cartridges, sometimes with after-market toner that isn’t brand-compatible but cheaper. On paper, this seems like a great alternative, as it reduces print-related toner waste and saves money by using non-OEM toner. But is it the right choice for the long term?
The truth is, for offices seeking higher image quality, refilled toner can actually have the opposite effect, especially if using after-market toner. The number one image quality issue we find with refilled toner is inferior quality in comparison to using brand-new toner. This means your prints may not be as vibrant or clear, with smudges and other inconsistencies. Additionally, depending on the toner used, it can potentially damage your printer, which can lead to even more costly repairs.
So, we recommend you stick with OEM toner for the ultimate printing experience and safety/longevity of your device. BDS offers an expansive toner collection from popular brands to ensure we can adequately serve our dedicated community. To stay updated on the latest industry news and trends at BDS, follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok today.
