HP 126A Toner Cartridges
HP 126A toner cartridges (CE310A, CE311A, CE312A, CE313A) provide standard yield printing across black and colour variants, with cost-effective compatible alternatives available alongside original HP cartridges. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance. Designed for HP Colour LaserJet Pro printers, this four-colour system uses standard capacities to maintain clear text and consistent tone output.
Printers Compatible with HP 126A Toner Cartridges
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Black HP 126A cartridges yield up to 1,200 pages, while cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges yield up to 1,000 pages, rated according to ISO/IEC 19798 testing standards. The CE314A drum unit operates independently, supporting up to 14,000 pages before replacement is required.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126A | Standard | Black | 1,200 | $0.099 |
| 126A | Standard | Cyan | 1,000 | $0.13 |
| 126A | Standard | Magenta | 1,000 | $0.13 |
| 126A | Standard | Yellow | 1,000 | $0.13 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
What to know about compatible cartridges
Compatible 126A toners reduce printing costs by over 70% compared to original cartridges while maintaining full physical fit and optical density in LaserJet printers. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more about performance differences in our genuine vs compatible comparison.
Choosing the right cartridge setup
If you print mainly text documents, order individual CE310A black cartridges to maintain low per-page costs. If you print mixed graphics or marketing collateral, keep a set of cyan, magenta, and yellow toners on hand to prevent interruptions when a single colour depletes. All compatible cartridges are backed by a money-back guarantee if they do not perform as expected. View our full terms in our Returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We ship directly from fast-dispatch warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our complete range of HP toner cartridges for other workspace models.
Pro Tip
The CE314A imaging drum collects toner across all four colour channels; replacing it promptly when prompted prevents vertical streaking and light background shading across printed pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the imaging drum need replacement if the toner cartridges are still full?
The CE314A drum unit is an independent consumable that transfers image electrostatically for all four toner cartridges. It wears out based on total page rotations (14,000 pages) regardless of remaining toner levels in individual cartridges.
Can I replace only one colour cartridge when it runs out, or do all four need to be replaced together?
You can replace each HP 126A cartridge individually as it empties. The printer tracks remaining levels per colour channel independently, so replacing cyan will not affect magenta, yellow, or black operation.
How do ISO/IEC 19798 yield ratings apply to real-world office printing on 126A cartridges?
ISO/IEC standard ratings assume 5% coverage per colour page. Standard office documents with heavy graphic elements, logos, or full-width page headers use significantly more toner, which reduces page output below the standard 1,000–1,200 page rating.
