Lexmark MC3426i Toner Cartridges
Your Lexmark MC3426i uses the Lexmark C3230 and C343X toner cartridge series along with 20N0W00 waste toner bottles. The Lexmark MC3426i is a compact multifunction colour laser printer engineered for fast document output in busy office environments. Ink Depot has been supplying genuine consumables for this printer since Oct 2022. Upgrading from standard C3230 cartridges to extra high yield C343X options significantly reduces cost-per-page while minimising physical replacement frequency. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Standard C3230 cartridges deliver 1,500 pages across all colours, while C343X extra high yield cartridges provide up to 3,000 black and 4,500 colour pages. Lexmark measures page yields under ISO/IEC 19798 standards for colour laser printing, giving small businesses accurate output estimates for daily documentation.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3230K0 | Standard | Black | 1,500 | $0.097 |
| C3230C0 | Standard | Cyan | 1,500 | $0.11 |
| C3230M0 | Standard | Magenta | 1,500 | $0.11 |
| C3230Y0 | Standard | Yellow | 1,500 | $0.11 |
| C343XK0 | Extra High Yield | Black | 3,000 | $0.066 |
| C343XC0 | Extra High Yield | Cyan | 4,500 | $0.069 |
| C343XM0 | Extra High Yield | Magenta | 4,500 | $0.069 |
| C343XY0 | Extra High Yield | Yellow | 4,500 | $0.069 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Lexmark Waste Toner Bottle Components
The Lexmark MC3426i requires a 20N0W00 waste toner bottle to collect excess toner dust during ongoing printing cycles. Experience Tip: The genuine 20N0W00 waste toner bottle carries a rated lifespan of 15,000 pages, meaning it lasts through several toner cartridge replacements before requiring renewal.
Selecting toner options for your office setup
For light administrative printing, standard C3230 toner cartridges offer a lower upfront investment. If your team handles routine report runs or high-volume paperwork, opting for C343X extra high yield cartridges or multipacks provides maximum cost savings over time. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, with fast dispatch directly from our national warehouses located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our full range of genuine Lexmark toner cartridges to maintain clean print output. View our returns policy for details on product support.
Pro Tip
When planning toner purchases, calculate your colour ratio; replacing all four colours with C343X extra high yield cartridges drops the colour cost-per-page from 11 cents to under 7 cents, delivering substantial savings over the lifetime of the printer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix standard C3230 toner cartridges with extra high yield C343X cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, standard C3230 and extra high yield C343X cartridges share identical physical dimensions and fit the exact same slots. You can replace individual colours with C343X cartridges as each shade depletes without needing to replace all cartridges simultaneously.
Why do C343XC0 colour cartridges yield 4,500 pages while the C343XK0 black yields 3,000 pages?
Lexmark formulates extra high yield colour cartridges to accommodate total page coverage patterns across cyan, magenta, and yellow toner tanks, balancing high-capacity colour printing with single-tank replacement schedules in small office workflows.
How do I know when to replace the 20N0W00 waste toner bottle?
The printer monitors waste toner accumulation and provides an explicit status notification when the 20N0W00 bottle approaches its 15,000-page operational threshold, ensuring surplus toner powder does not overfill into internal printer assemblies.
