Kyocera TASKAlfa 3050CI 3550CI Toner Cartridges
Shop toner cartridges for your Kyocera TASKAlfa 3050ci and 3550ci printers, which use the Kyocera TK-8309 toner cartridge series along with WT-860 waste toner bottles. Designed for demanding A3 corporate document output, Replacing depleted TK-8309K black cartridges early avoids unexpected pauses during heavy daily print runs, while TK-8309 colour units ensure balanced cyan, magenta, and yellow coverage across all shared network jobs. Our 4.8 Google rating proves it: we consistently supply premium cartridges backed by rock-solid reliability.
Expected page output and toner performance
Page yields for the Kyocera TK-8309 series are calculated in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798 standards for colour laser printers based on 5% page coverage. High-capacity TK-8309K black and TK-8309 colour toners ensure lower cost-per-page operation during heavy corporate document runs.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK-8309K | Standard | Black | 25,000 | $0.004 |
| TK-8309C | Standard | Cyan | 15,000 | $0.008 |
| TK-8309M | Standard | Magenta | 15,000 | $0.008 |
| TK-8309Y | Standard | Yellow | 15,000 | $0.008 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible TK-8309 toners
For cost-conscious offices handling internal paperwork, compatible TK-8309 toners deliver substantial savings without compromising output clarity. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide to evaluate performance differences.
WT-860 Waste Toner Collection
The WT-860 waste toner bottle collects excess toner particles during daily print cycles to prevent background scattering on output pages. Experience Tip: The WT-860 waste toner bottle is a separate physical unit designed for a multi-cartridge lifespan, collecting excess toner from many TK-8309 replacement cycles before requiring exchange.
Managing office inventory and fast dispatch
If you print primarily monochrome invoices and text documents, stock up on TK-8309K black cartridges to keep active print queues moving. If you produce client proposals and visual graphics, ordering full colour sets maintains print accuracy. Compatible options carry a full money-back guarantee for complete peace of mind. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. All orders ship directly from our national distribution warehouses located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our full range of Kyocera toner cartridges or review our returns policy for details.
Pro Tip for TK-8309 Replacements
Keep a spare WT-860 waste toner bottle in office storage alongside spare TK-8309 toners, as the printer will suspend all printing operations immediately when the waste bottle reaches full capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the Kyocera TASKAlfa 3050ci and 3550ci use the exact same toner cartridges?
Yes, both the TASKAlfa 3050ci and 3550ci share the TK-8309 toner cartridge series, including TK-8309K black, TK-8309C cyan, TK-8309M magenta, and TK-8309Y yellow.
Why does the TK-8309K black toner offer a higher yield than colour cartridges?
Monochrome printing accounts for the vast majority of enterprise output, so the TK-8309K black cartridge is manufactured with a larger toner reservoir to match daily office document ratios.
When should the WT-860 waste toner bottle be replaced?
The printer alerts users on screen when the WT-860 container is full, which typically occurs after consuming several full sets of TK-8309 colour and black toner cartridges.
Can I mix genuine Kyocera TK-8309 toners with compatible TK-8309 cartridges?
Yes, compatible TK-8309 cartridges work seamlessly alongside genuine Kyocera toners, allowing individual colour slots to be replaced independently as they run out.
