Finding the Correct Printer Cartridges
If you have recently bought a printer for your home or office, you will eventually arrive at the moment when the cartridge in your unit starts running out of ink or toner. You will then need to do a little research and establish which printer cartridges fit your device and where the best place is to get replacements from.
The easiest way to find out which printer cartridges are correct for your specific unit is to find the model number of the machine, which is either going to be displayed on the front of the device or on the back on a label. In some instances, the label may be inside the machine and can be found when you open the machine to remove the spent unit. If you are still not certain or cannot find the model number anywhere on the device, look for the model name or number on the cartridge you have removed for replacement. The model number may also be found in the documentation that came with your device, provided that you kept it.
Once you know which manufacturer made your device, and what model number it is, you can then conduct an internet search for the correct printer cartridges or go with the far easier alternative of contacting a reputable printing consumables supplier, such as Raydian. Our knowledgeable staff will make sure that you get the right printer cartridges for your device at the best prices and eliminate the risk of you buying the wrong thing or ending up with a replacement that delivers poor quality.
Inkjet or Laser?
Nine times out of ten, printers found in homes and offices will either be inkjet machines or laser-based machines. The two technologies these machines employ are fundamentally different. The Oxford dictionary defines ink as a coloured fluid or paste used for writing, drawing, printing, or duplicating. Laser toner does not qualify as an ink. Inkjet technology, as the name implies, use ink in the true sense of the word. The cartridges for inkjet units contain liquid ink, with a viscosity similar to water. Replacements for these types of devices come in two forms, namely dye-based and pigment-based inks. Dye-based replacements are less costly, but images produced with dye-based inks are prone to fading over time or when exposed to light. The pigment-based options cost more but produce far more fade-resistant prints.
Inkjet printer cartridges can be distinguished from a laser toner cartridge fairly easily. They are generally far smaller than a laser cartridge and contain a water-like fluid. They won’t have flaps and gears or a photosensitive drum.Lasers use a dry powder called toner to create an image or text. Toner is made up of extremely small particles of plastic mixed with pigment. Intense light from a laser is used to charge a spinning drum, so laser printer cartridges are larger and more mechanically complex than inkjet units.
Talk to The Professionals
Owning a printer or multifunctional device that is not covered by a service contract means you will need to purchase consumables from time to time. Whether toner or ink printer cartridges, or drums and ribbons, we supply all multifunctional device and printing consumables, as well as parts for most leading models. We stock a choice of original cartridges made by the manufacturer of the device or compatibles made by a third-party company. Compatible cartridges are often better priced than genuine OEM units whilst still offering good print quality. However, if you want the very best, you can opt to stick with an original OEM unit, which gives you the assurance that it will provide high yield, superior quality, better fade resistance, and trouble-free functionality.
Let us help you save time and costs by giving you the best solution and the correct printer cartridges for your device. We advise you on which printer cartridges and parts are the correct and most cost-effective for your specific equipment. While it’s always good to do one’s own research at the end of the day, advice from professionals is going to be the best and provide the peace of mind that comes with dealing with a reputable company with a reputation for service.
At Raydian, we provide a vast range of warranted printer cartridges for most brands and models. Engage with Raydian for professional advice on anything to do with printers and printing and make an informed decision. We offer delivery directly to you, reduce your risk of sitting with redundant stock, and offer a high-quality, stringently tested product range.