Kyocera TASKalfa 2551ci Toner Cartridges
The Kyocera TASKalfa 2551ci uses the Kyocera TK-8329 toner series. Designed for high-volume office workflows, this robust A3 colour multifunction printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges to produce sharp text and vivid graphics. Workplaces handling regular administrative printing may use black toner faster than the colour cartridges, so keeping spare black toner or a complete toner set available can help minimise unexpected printing interruptions. Ink Depot has supplied consumables for this printer model since Jun 2014 and is rated 4.8 by customers on Google.
How long these cartridges last in real use
Operating with high-capacity laser toner, the black TK-8329K cartridge delivers an impressive 18,000 pages, while each colour unit yields 12,000 pages based on standard office coverage metrics. Laser toners use ISO/IEC standards to calculate yields at five percent page coverage, making these figures dependable for corporate budgeting. Because text-heavy documents dominate office workloads, black toner depletes at nearly double the rate of individual colour cartridges, requiring a staggered replacement cycle rather than simultaneous multi-cartridge swaps.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK-8329K | Standard | Black | 18,000 | $0.004 |
| TK-8329C | Standard | Cyan | 12,000 | $0.010 |
| TK-8329M | Standard | Magenta | 12,000 | $0.010 |
| TK-8329Y | Standard | Yellow | 12,000 | $0.010 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
Selecting compatible alternatives offers a substantial cost reduction without compromising print clarity or document longevity. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Review our detailed guide on genuine and compatible cartridges to understand how third-party manufacturing delivers identical page yields at a fraction of the expense.
How most users manage replacements
If your office prints mostly text documents and reports, stock up primarily on extra black TK-8329K cartridges to prevent unexpected workflow interruptions. For graphic-heavy corporate presentations, maintaining a complete set of cyan, magenta, and yellow ensures vibrant output without delays. Compatible options include a money-back guarantee if they do not perform to your expectations. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our local warehouses located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Explore our full range of Kyocera toner cartridges for other office printing solutions.
Pro Tip
Always keep a spare black toner on hand before starting large print runs, as laser printers halt operation immediately when the black cartridge depletes, even if colour toners remain full.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix genuine Kyocera toners with compatible TK-8329 cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, the TASKalfa colour system accepts mixed sets without issue, allowing offices to transition to compatible cartridges gradually as individual colours empty.
Why does the black TK-8329K cartridge run out faster than the colour units?
Standard business documentation consists primarily of black text, causing the 18,000-page black toner to deplete much quicker than the 12,000-page colour counterparts.
Do compatible TK-8329 toner cartridges drop in print density near the end of their lifecycle?
No, advanced toner formulations maintain consistent particle charge right up until the cartridge registers empty, preventing fading on final pages.
