HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 8745 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 and 8745, which use the HP 955, 955XL, and 959XL ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Aug 2016. Designed for demanding business workflows, these all-in-one printers handle rapid double-sided printing and heavy document queues. Upgrading from standard 955 (L0S60AA) black cartridges to high-yield 955XL (L0S72AA) options reduces per-page expenses significantly. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Page Yields and Ink Consumption
Page yields for the HP 955 series are calculated under ISO/IEC 24711 standard testing conditions based on 5% page coverage. High-volume office printing with dense text or graphics will exhaust ink faster than basic coverage estimates.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 955 | Standard | Black | 1,000 | $0.053 |
| 955 | Standard | Cyan | 700 | $0.058 |
| 955 | Standard | Magenta | 700 | $0.058 |
| 955 | Standard | Yellow | 700 | $0.058 |
| 955XL | High Yield | Black | 2,000 | $0.044 |
| 955XL | High Yield | Cyan | 1,600 | $0.043 |
| 955XL | High Yield | Magenta | 1,600 | $0.043 |
| 955XL | High Yield | Yellow | 1,600 | $0.043 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Compatible Cartridge Options
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Premium compatible 955XL cartridges deliver significant cost savings for high-volume office tasks while maintaining dependable text clarity. Learn more about performance comparisons in our guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges.
Smart Purchasing and Fast Delivery
For high-volume text printing, high-yield 955XL (L0S72AA) cartridges or multipacks offer the lowest cost per page. All compatible cartridges come backed by our money back guarantee for peace of mind. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Explore our complete selection of HP ink cartridges and review our returns policy before ordering.
Pro Tip for Ink Management
When purchasing 955 series cartridges for business printing, opt for high-yield 955XL or 959XL black cartridges even if your colour printing volume is low, as document-heavy workloads consume black ink at double the rate of colour tanks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 and 8745 use the same ink cartridges?
Yes, both models use the exact same HP 955, 955XL, and 959XL cartridge series, making them completely interchangeable between both printers.
Can I mix standard 955 and high-yield 955XL cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, standard 955 and high-yield 955XL cartridges share identical physical dimensions and work seamlessly together. You can replace individual colours as needed without changing the entire set.
What is the difference between 955XL and 959XL black cartridges?
The 959XL black cartridge is an extra-high-yield option providing up to 3,000 pages, designed for extreme printing volumes, whereas the 955XL (L0S72AA) yields approximately 2,000 pages.
Will installing compatible 955XL ink trigger printer firmware warnings?
Compatible 955XL cartridges are equipped with updated microchips to work with current HP firmware, though accepting standard setup prompts on the printer screen may be required during installation.
