Kyocera MA2101cfx Toner Cartridges
Shop toner cartridges for the Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cfx, which uses the Kyocera TK-5484 and TK-5494 toner series. Built for active office workflows, this compact A4 colour laser multifunction printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges to produce sharp text and clear graphics. Standard-yield and high-yield cartridge options give workplaces the flexibility to match toner capacity with their print volume while helping reduce replacement frequency and printing interruptions. Ink Depot has supplied consumables for this printer model since Apr 2025 and is rated 4.8 by customers on Google.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Toner yield ratings follow the ISO/IEC 19798 standard for colour laser printing, measured at 5% page coverage. High-volume office printing with heavy graphics or logo coverage will exhaust cyan, magenta, and yellow toner faster than standard text documents.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK-5484K | Standard | Black | 1,250 | $0.064 |
| TK-5484C | Standard | Cyan | 1,250 | $0.083 |
| TK-5484M | Standard | Magenta | 1,250 | $0.083 |
| TK-5484Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,250 | $0.083 |
| TK-5494K | High Yield | Black | 2,800 | $0.038 |
| TK-5494C | High Yield | Cyan | 2,400 | $0.066 |
| TK-5494M | High Yield | Magenta | 2,400 | $0.066 |
| TK-5494Y | High Yield | Yellow | 2,400 | $0.066 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible cartridges
Switching to high-yield compatible TK-5494 cartridges provides a lower cost-per-page for busy office setups. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our comprehensive genuine vs compatible cartridge guide to evaluate performance and savings for your team.
How most users manage replacements
Stocking multi-pack bundles or maintaining a spare TK-5494K black cartridge prevents workflow interruptions when printing high volumes. If you opt for third-party options, all compatible cartridges carry a 100% money-back guarantee under our returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Order your replacement Kyocera toner cartridges today.
Pro Tip
Always let new toner cartridges reach room temperature before installation if they were delivered during cold or hot weather, as temperature shifts can temporarily affect toner powder flow inside the cartridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix TK-5484 standard yield and TK-5494 high yield cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, the ECOSYS MA2101cfx accepts mixed capacity cartridges simultaneously. You can run a high-capacity TK-5494K black toner alongside standard-yield TK-5484 colour cartridges without causing error messages or calibration issues.
Why does my colour toner level decrease even when I print mostly black and white text?
Kyocera ECOSYS printers run periodic automatic colour calibration cycles to maintain registration and tone consistency. These maintenance checks consume tiny amounts of cyan, magenta, and yellow toner even if your document settings are forced to monochrome.
Are TK-5494 high yield cartridges physically larger than TK-5484 standard cartridges?
No, both cartridge series share identical exterior dimensions to fit the same internal slots. The TK-5494 simply contains a higher volume of toner powder internally.
