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

[Carey Baker]

Hi Deb,

So I try to use the recycled carts too. Here is my short review. If you need to use for close or near color matching recycle does not measure up. Go with brand to machine. On the question of service the Ink and Toner Solution in Northampton has been awesome. If I have a printer just for everyday printing B&W no problem.

Carey Baker
413-265-7116
www.midnightsondesigns.com
carey at midnightsondesigns.com
Northampton, MA

On Mar 13, 2012, at 12:48 PM, Deborah Chandler <debchandler411 at gmail.com> wrote:

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> Hi,
> 
> 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.
> 
> Thanks,
> Deb
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