How long does the toner of a laser printer lasts?

sandracrump

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what is the life of a printer toner cartridge in a laser printer if left alone and not used for a long time like 2 to 4 months.
 

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sandracrump said:
what is the life of a printer toner cartridge in a laser printer if left alone and not used for a long time like 2 to 4 months.
Laser printer toner ink doesnt have a use by date; it will last for months if not years..:)
 

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The Hat said:
sandracrump said:
what is the life of a printer toner cartridge in a laser printer if left alone and not used for a long time like 2 to 4 months.
Laser printer toner ink doesnt have a use by date; it will last for months if not years..:)
+it depends how you keep it. A shadowy chilly place will not decrease its lifespan.

PS nevermind the expiration dates.
 

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The toner cartridge has powder inside the cartridge so as long as you keep it in a dry place it will last for years.
 

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A laser printer give you a good service 1/2 years. My printer also lasting for 11 month
 

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I have to agree with ian here - if you keep the cartridge in a dry place, it should last for years.
Inks for example if not opened, have like 2 years shelf life.
 

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dsecocleaning said:
A laser printer give you a good service 1/2 years. My printer also lasting for 11 month
How long you can USE it of course depends on the kind of toner/printer and how much you use it.
 
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