Sharp MX-3116 Toner Cartridges
Shop toner cartridges for your Sharp MX-3116, which uses the Sharp MX-23GT toner cartridge series. The Sharp MX-3116 is a versatile A3 colour laser printer built for busy office workflows. Ink Depot has been supplying quality consumables for this printer since Oct 2023. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Installing high-yield MX-23GT-BA black cartridges yields up to 18,000 pages, keeping text-heavy document production moving while MX-23GT-CA, MX-23GT-MA, and MX-23GT-YA handle colour output.
Expected Page Output for MX-23GT Toner Cartridges
The Sharp MX-23GT series is tested under ISO/IEC 19798 standards for colour laser printers. The MX-23GT-BA Black cartridge produces up to 18,000 pages, whereas cyan (MX-23GT-CA), magenta (MX-23GT-MA), and yellow (MX-23GT-YA) cartridges yield up to 10,000 pages at standard 5% coverage.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-23GT-BA | Standard | Black | 18,000 | $0.003 |
| MX-23GT-CA | Standard | Cyan | 10,000 | $0.005 |
| MX-23GT-MA | Standard | Magenta | 10,000 | $0.005 |
| MX-23GT-YA | Standard | Yellow | 10,000 | $0.005 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Compatible cartridges.
Choosing Compatible Cartridge Options
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. High-grade compatible toners provide an economical alternative to original cartridges without sacrificing text sharpness or colour background density. Learn more in our guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges.
Cartridge Supply and Delivery Options
If you print mostly monochrome office reports, buying single MX-23GT-BA Black cartridges keeps inventory lean, while multi-packs offer efficient replacement for full CMYK requirements. All compatible cartridges come with a money-back guarantee if they fail to perform. Orders dispatch quickly from warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Review our returns policy for details, or explore our full range of Sharp toner cartridges.
Pro Tip
When purchasing MX-23GT toner set replacements, track your Black toner usage separately from colour; in general office environments, MX-23GT-BA Black cartridges are replaced roughly twice as often as individual colour cartridges due to standard document workflow demands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the MX-23GT-BA Black toner have a higher page yield than the colour cartridges?
Sharp designs the MX-23GT-BA Black cartridge with an 18,000-page capacity to accommodate standard office text volume, whereas the MX-23GT-CA, MX-23GT-MA, and MX-23GT-YA colour cartridges hold 10,000 pages to reflect lower average coverage in everyday business documents.
Will replacing a single depleted MX-23GT toner cartridge interrupt ongoing print jobs?
No, the Sharp MX-3116 allows individual replacement of each MX-23GT colour cartridge. You only need to swap the specific depleted colour toner while the remaining cartridges continue operating normally.
How should spare MX-23GT toner cartridges be stored prior to installation?
Store spare MX-23GT cartridges horizontally in their original sealed packaging, away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity, to preserve toner powder consistency and ensure crisp print resolution upon installation.
