Ricoh Aficio SP C231SF SP C232SF Toner Cartridges
Your Ricoh Aficio SP C231SF and SP C232SF printers use the Ricoh 406483-406486 toner cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for these printers since Jan 2009. Designed for busy office workgroups needing print, scan, copy, and fax capabilities, routine document workflow exhausts black 406483 toner quickest, while 406484, 406485, and 406486 colour cartridges handle charts and marketing materials. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Print yields for Ricoh 406483 to 406486 toners are measured according to ISO/IEC 19798 standard testing for colour laser printers. High-capacity cartridges produce up to 6,500 mono pages and 6,000 pages per colour, maintaining predictable output costs across demanding office printing environments.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 406483 | Standard | Black | 6,500 | $0.036 |
| 406484 | Standard | Cyan | 6,000 | $0.022 |
| 406485 | Standard | Magenta | 6,000 | $0.042 |
| 406486 | Standard | Yellow | 6,000 | $0.022 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
Compatible 406483-406486 cartridges provide a cost-effective alternative for daily business documentation without sacrificing print clarity or volume. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more by reading our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide.
Best way to stock these cartridges
For standard office documents, replacing individual colour cartridges as they run out avoids unnecessary stock overhead. If you rely heavily on compatible toners, all purchases are backed by a money-back guarantee. Orders are dispatched quickly from dispatch centres in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Explore our complete selection of Ricoh toner cartridges or check our returns policy for total peace of mind.
Cartridge Selection Advice
Pro Tip: Replacing all three colour toners (406484 Cyan, 406485 Magenta, 406486 Yellow) at the same time is not necessary; individual cartridge sensors track each toner independently, allowing you to run every single unit down completely before replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the Ricoh Aficio SP C231SF and SP C232SF use the same toner cartridges?
Yes, both the SP C231SF and SP C232SF printers use the exact same Ricoh 406483 black, 406484 cyan, 406485 magenta, and 406486 yellow toner series.
What happens if one colour toner runs completely out on the SP C232SF?
When a colour toner (such as 406485 Magenta) depletes, the printer stops colour printing to prevent image defects, though mono printing can often continue briefly depending on firmware settings. Keeping spare high-yield colour units on hand prevents workflow halts.
Can I mix genuine Ricoh black toner with compatible colour cartridges?
Yes, compatible 406484, 406485, and 406486 cartridges operate alongside genuine 406483 black toners seamlessly without causing printer errors or chemical interference.
How do the page yields of 406483 black and colour toners compare during general office use?
The 406483 black toner is rated for 6,500 pages, whereas 406484, 406485, and 406486 colour toners yield 6,000 pages at 5% coverage. In standard business settings, black depletes roughly twice as fast as individual colours due to high text document volume.
