[Hidden-tech] New vs. recycled toner cartridges?

[Lynn Nichols]

Hi Deb,

My husband has a Brother HL-2040 and we've used both new and recycled 
toner cartridges (from Ink & Toner Solutions)... and our verdict (and 
I'm sorry to say this because I try to recycle were I can and I really 
like I&TS) is that the recycled cartridges don't last as long. I'm back 
to buying new. I've had good luck with TonerMax.com... their price for a 
new Brother HL-2040 cartridge is $58.94... here's the link:

http://www.tonermax.com/product/BROTHER-20HL-2040-TONER-BLACK/TN-350/14239

Lynn

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On 3/13/12 12:48 PM, Deborah Chandler wrote:

> I need to replace the toner cartridge in my laser printer soon. For a
> while now, I've been buying the brand name cartridges, because I had
> problems with recycled cartridges in the past (the gears skipped, and
> it may have done damage to a previous printer)
>
> But now, it's been years since buying recycled and I'd like to
> consider it again. I would like feedback from folks as to whether the
> quality is better on recycled these days. The lesser impact on the
> environment is in alignment with my values, and the lower price is an
> incentive, too.
>
> My printer is a Brother HL-2040 (and I adore it!), the cartridge is
> the TN 350, and the prices I've gotten so far are:
> Ink&  Toner Solutions (Northampton) recycled toner cartridge: $45.99
> Staples: new, $65.49  (free shipping)
> ($19.50 difference)
>
> If recycled is recommended, I'd love to hear thoughts on Ink and Toner
> Solutions and/or any one else you buy from.