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KU055

Cartridge Comparison Guide

Cartridge Types
Ink & Toner Basics
Number of Pages & Shelf Life

Cartridge Type

	Genuine or OEM (Original) Cartridges	Remanufactured Cartridges	Compatible Cartridges
Description	OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer, meaning the cartridge was made by the same company that made your printer. Original brand cartridges are very reliable and sometimes the only option if your printer is new to market or uncommon.	Remanufactured ink is a genuine brand cartridge that has gone through one cycle of use. After use, the cartridge is recycled, acquired by a remanufacturing facility and put through a rigorous professional refurbishing process. During the refurbishing process the cartridge is disassembled, thoroughly cleaned and tested for quality. It's then carefully refilled, tested again and brought back to life. Buying remanufactured prevents one less cartridge from ending up in a landfill.	A compatible cartridge is a brand new ink cartridge built by a manufacturer other than your printer. It's like buying the generic version of the genuine brand. Most are uniquely designed to differentiate from genuine cartridges. Despite any structural difference you may notice, the cartridge will still fit in your machine and print a full yield, just like the original brand.
Price Factors	Many printer manufacturers follow the razor-and-blades business model which may result in higher priced genuine cartridges.	Remanufactured ink is much cheaper than the original brand ink. It's far more cost effective to refurbish a previously used cartridge than create a new OEM from scratch.	Compatible ink is much cheaper than the original brand. Compatible suppliers don't have to worry about the additional costs that hinder OEMs like new printers or firmware, which lets them keep prices low.
Quality	Original cartridges work extremely well and are covered under a warranty by the printer manufacturer	High quality remanufactured ink will match the quality of the original, but not all remanufactured ink is created equal. Make sure you buy from a reputable supplier in order to get the absolute best results.	High quality compatible ink will match the quality of the original, but not all compatible ink is created equal. Make sure you buy from a reputable supplier in order to get the absolute best results.

What's the difference between ink and toner cartridges?

	Ink Cartridges	Toner Cartridges
Printer Type	Work with inkjet printers	Work with laser printers
Material	Liquid ink	Dry powder
How it works	Inkjet printers use a series of nozzles that spray tiny drops of ink directly on the print suface	Laser toner printers use static electricity and heat to bond dry toner powder to a page
Commonly used by	Casual home users, small business and photographers	Large businesses and schools

Number of Pages You Can Print	A cartridge's page yield is the estimated number of pages you can print. Page yield is based on 5% page coverage. This means that the quoted page yield is based upon printed pages where only 5% of the page has been imprinted with ink. For example, a short memo has approximately 5% coverage. If you have a cartridge that has a yield of 500 pages, it can print 500 pages of that short memo. If you are printing letters, photos or graphics, your coverage will vary greatly and your page yield will drop significantly.
Cartridge Warranty and Shelf Life	Most ink and toner cartridges include a warranty or "best by" date on their box. Remanufactured and compatible ink cartridges can last 12-18 months unopened, and toner cartridges can last up to 3 years.
Cartridge Care and Storage	Only open a cartridge when you need it. Opened cartridges will eventually dry out, especially if the protective tape or clip has been removed. If you have an open ink cartridge around and would like to try and prevent it from drying out, place it nozzle side up in a plastic airtight tub. If your cartridge came with protective tape or a clip reapply both before storing. Place a damp cloth or paper towel in the tub, next to the cartridge and keep it stored in a cool, dark place.

Compatible Alternative to Dell Laser Cartridge w/ Smart Chip, 1320c High Yield Magenta Toner KU055

86% Recommend this product

Reg. Price $74.99

Our Price $13.49

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Buy 3 or More Magenta for $12.99 each (save $1.50+)

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Dell - Color Laser

1320c

Description

InkCartridges.com offers compatible laser toner cartridges to replace the Dell KU055 / 3109064 high yield magenta laser cartridge exclusively designed for your Dell Color Laser 1320c printer. Our laser toner cartridges are built entirely from new parts, and are of the highest caliber. Our LD brand compatible laser cartridges are backed by a 2 Year Guarantee and ship fast! Replaces the following Dell part numbers: KU055, 310-9064, TP115, 310-9065, RY855, WM138, CT200946.

Specifications

Item Code

Product Type

Printer Brand

Model Name

Ink Color

Cartridge Yield Type

Page Yield

Cost Per Page

Shelf Life

Instructions
Instructions

KU055

Toner Cartridge

Dell

KU055

Magenta

High Yield

2000

0.67 cents

24-36 Months

*Average cartridge page yield in accordance with ISO IEC 24711

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Compatible Alternative for KU052 HY Black Toner for Dell 1320c

4.8

(based on 119 reviews)

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

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Most Liked Positive Review

Always the best!

I have purchased toner many times now without a single problem. Finding my product and paying is simple and easy with annoying glitches. The product is always fresh, accurate as described and works...Read complete review

Most Liked Negative Review

trouble with print quality

the 'compatible' cartridges seem to leave a residue inside the printer, and the text keeps getting lighter and lighter and lighter.... this is not corrected by putting in a brand new cartridge, so it's not a matter of the ink getting low. it's just not feeding in correctly. I think we may have to go back to the Dell brand. hate to pay the price, but also don't want to ruin the printer!

Reviewed by 119 customers

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9/26/2017

5.0

I have been buying these products for years.

By Marc

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU052 HY Black Toner for Dell 1320c:

I have a Dell printer. The ink jets I bought for it are easy to install.

8/1/2017

5.0

I do buy this product

By Michelle

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU052 HY Black Toner for Dell 1320c:

Great value, have used these for years

8/1/2017

5.0

I would and have bought 'this product several times

By Michelle

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible for Dell 1320c HY Toner Cartridge Set:

Best dell replacement for less!

7/12/2017

5.0

Works for us!

By Richard

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU054 HY Yellow Toner for Dell 1320c:

As always, a very good product, reasonable price, and fast delivery.

7/12/2017

5.0

Good product

By Richard

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU053 HY Cyan Toner for Dell 1320c:

Fast delivery! We're buying from LD again.

7/12/2017

5.0

Five stars!

By Richard

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU052 HY Black Toner for Dell 1320c:

Good product, fast delivery!

6/27/2017

5.0

Last a long time.

By Monika

from undisclosed

Comments about Compatible for Dell 1320c HY Toner Cartridge Set:

Last a long time.

5/1/2017

5.0

Pleased with the serviced received

By Herb

from Alabama

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU054 HY Yellow Toner for Dell 1320c:

I am very pleased with the service I received on this order.
I have not used the product so for that reason I must withhold my judgement. Check with me at a later date.

3/29/2017

5.0

Reliable and fast deluvery

By Mary

from Athol, ma

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU054 HY Yellow Toner for Dell 1320c:

I have a color laser jet printer for home use

2/24/2017

5.0

Great Service and Delivery

By James

from Upland, CA

Comments about Compatible Alternative for KU052 HY Black Toner for Dell 1320c:

Great service . I have used LD for the past 5 years. The website makes it easy to find the printing cartridge you need and buy the product. It usually shows up within 2-3 days. Great Service!! I give them a 10.

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The price stated in regular price does not reflect Dell OEM pricing. It is a reflection of general industry-wide pricing for alternative products to replace Dell OEM products.

* This toner management system is not endorsed, associated, designed or approved by Dell.

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