CF226A black · standard
CF226A is a HP black standard cartridge rated at ~3100 pages (3.1¢/page at $95.00).
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The HP CF226A is a standard rated toner cartridge designed for use with black ink. This cartridge fits two specific printer models and is suitable for general printing needs. When choosing between standard and high yield cartridges it's worth considering that this particular standard rated one has a relatively long page yield of about 3100 pages.
Printers that use CF226A
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the CF226A?
2 printers in our database use the CF226A, including the HP LaserJet Pro M402dn and HP LaserJet Pro MFP M426fdw.
Is the CF226A a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The CF226A is a standard-yield cartridge. Where a range also offers a high-yield XL version, it costs more upfront but prints more pages for a lower cost per page.
How many pages does the CF226A print?
The CF226A is rated at about 3100 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the CF226A cost per page?
At a list price of $95.00 and about 3100 pages, the CF226A works out to roughly 3.1 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the CF226A safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the CF226A that usually cost much less. Most work well, though quality varies by seller. If your printer can receive firmware updates that block non-OEM ink, check that printer's page first.
Related cartridges
Other colors and standard or high-yield versions used in the same printers.
Guides worth reading before you buy
- HP LaserJet toner compatibility chart: which printer takes which CE, CF or W number
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does HP block third-party ink? Yes, and here is how Dynamic Security works
- HP cartridge not recognized: how to fix it, and how to tell it apart from a firmware block
- HP Instant Ink: how it works, is it worth it, and what happens when you cancel
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