OKI MC873dnct Toner Cartridges
Shop toner cartridges for your OKI MC873dnct, which uses the OKI 45862828-45862832 toner cartridge series along with 44844481, 44844482, 44844483, 44844484 drum units, 44846204 transfer belt unit, and 44848805 fuser unit. The MC873dnct is an A3 colour multifunction LED printer built for high-demand office environments. High-volume document creation depletes 45862832 black toner rapidly, while 45862828, 45862829, and 45862830 colour cartridges ensure sustained productivity. Our 4.8 Google rating proves it: we consistently supply premium cartridges backed by rock-solid reliability.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for OKI MC873dnct toner cartridges are measured under ISO/IEC 19798 testing standards at 5% coverage. High-volume workgroup environments printing dense text documents or full-colour graphics will experience variable output based on page coverage levels.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45862832 | Standard | Black | 15,000 | $0.024 |
| 45862830 | Standard | Cyan | 10,000 | $0.047 |
| 45862829 | Standard | Magenta | 10,000 | $0.047 |
| 45862828 | Standard | Yellow | 10,000 | $0.047 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Managing Drums, Belts, and Fusers
The OKI MC873dnct relies on separate long-life components alongside standard toner cartridges to maintain high-speed printing. Replacing individual image drums (44844481, 44844482, 44844483, 44844484), the transfer belt (44846204), or fuser unit (44848805) only when prompted ensures low operational expenses.
Experience Tip: The 44846204 transfer belt unit features an 80,000-page operational rating, outlasting up to eight standard black toner replacements before requiring renewal.
Stocking Strategy and Fast Shipping Options
To keep your workgroup operational, keeping a spare 45862832 black toner on hand prevents unexpected stoppage during peak document cycles. We ship directly from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide to ensure prompt delivery nationwide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. All genuine products are covered by our flexible returns policy. Browse our full selection of OKI toner cartridges to maintain optimal output for your office.
Pro Tip
Colour toners (45862828, 45862829, 45862830) are rated for 10,000 pages while the 45862832 black toner yields 15,000 pages; ordering black toner independently of colour sets prevents storing surplus stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to replace the image drum at the same time as the toner cartridge?
No, the image drums (such as 44844484) have a rated life of 30,000 pages and operate independently of the toner cartridges, meaning they only require replacement after multiple toner changes.
How do page coverage levels affect the 15,000-page yield on the 45862832 black toner?
The 15,000-page yield rating is based on standard 5% coverage; printing heavy text documents, bold logos, or A3 spreadsheets increases coverage per page and reduces the total page output proportionally.
What happens when the 44846204 transfer belt reaches its 80,000-page lifespan?
The printer will display a prompt indicating the transfer belt needs replacement soon, allowing you to secure a new unit before print quality degrades or the printer halts print jobs.
