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How long does toner last?

post #1 of 4
3/13/07 at 4:18pm
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I have a bunch of HP51640 toner cartridges which are now simply called HP40 that have a mfgr stamp date of 2002. Is this too old to use?

Jay
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post #2 of 4
3/19/07 at 6:49pm

Re: How long does toner last?

I've used expired ink before, but I'm not sure about toner...

I don't think this really helps, but meh..

Sorry for the response if it doesn't help at all.
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post #3 of 4
4/2/07 at 8:54pm

Re: How long does toner last?

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Originally Posted by Jay H
I have a bunch of HP51640 toner cartridges which are now simply called HP40 that have a mfgr stamp date of 2002. Is this too old to use?

Jay

I wouldn't see a problem with using the old toners, the actual toner is just powder so no worries about it drying up like ink. My suggestion is try one in your printer and see how the print quality is, check and more importantly listen for any unusual noises when printing. If the printer makes any weird noises trash the toner since most likely something is stuck inside the toner and it may damage the printer. A check for excess toner in the printer after is a good idea as well.
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post #4 of 4
4/3/07 at 5:56pm

Re: How long does toner last?

As long as it was sealed, you shouldn't have an issue. If it was left open for that long, it could be ruined by the humidity.
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