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- Why choose the genuine HP 81A toner cartridge
- 81A or 81X: which capacity?
- Printers compatible with the CF281A
- Page yield
- Installation and maintenance
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Related products
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 81A toner cartridge
The CF281A is the standard black cartridge of the HP 81 series. All-in-one cartridge: toner, imaging drum and developer are replaced together, so print quality is like new at every change, with no separate drum to replace. Genuine HP toner powder matched to the fuser and paper of these printers: sharp text, even solids, no "cartridge not recognized" message.
81A or 81X: which capacity?
The CF281A (10,500 pages) suits occasional or moderate use. From about a hundred pages a month, the CF281X (25,000 pages) costs less per page and is replaced less often; both fit the same printers.
Printers compatible with the CF281A
The CF281A is compatible with 18 HP models (manufacturer list):
- tout-en-un HP OfficeJet Pro 8730 (D9L20A)
- HP LaserJet Managed M630hm (L3U61A)
- HP LaserJet Flow Managed M630zm (L3U62A)
- HP LaserJet Flow Managed M630hm (P7Z48A)
- HP LaserJet Managed M605xm (L3U54A)
- HP LaserJet Managed M605dnm (L3U53A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M630h (J7X28A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M630f (B3G85A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M630dn (B3G84A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise flow M630z (B3G86A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise Flow M630h (P7Z47A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M606x (E6B73A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M606dn (E6B72A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x (E6B71A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M605n (E6B69A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M605dn (E6B70A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M604n (E6B67A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M604dn (E6B68A)
Check the exact reference of your printer (label at the back or Information menu); suffixes (dn, dw, fdw, n) are variants of the same series and use the same consumables.
Page yield
10,500 pages per ISO/IEC 19752 (5% coverage, letter-type documents). Graphics or photo-heavy pages reduce the actual yield. The cost per page shown next to the price is calculated from the current price and this yield.
Installation and maintenance
Tool-free replacement: open the cover, remove the used cartridge, take the new one out of its bag, rock it gently to distribute the toner, pull the protective tab if present, then insert until it clicks. The printer recognizes the cartridge and resets the counter. Used HP cartridges are returned free of charge through HP Planet Partners.
Use and tips
The CF281A suits intensive or shared use: the cartridge (10,500 pages) lasts over 2 years at 300 pages per month and about 10 months at 1,000 pages per month. Beyond that, the CF281X (25,000 pages) costs less per page.
Store the cartridge in its packaging, flat, away from light and humidity, and unpack it only when installing. At the "Low" alert, order: the printer keeps printing until "Very low" then "Replace". The driver's EconoMode extends life for drafts. Genuine cartridges preserve the printer's HP warranty.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | CF281A |
|---|---|
| HP number | 81A |
| EAN code | 887758147894 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Color | black |
| Capacity | Standard |
| Page yield | 10,500 pages (ISO/IEC 19752) |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 391 x 193 x 300 mm |
| Origin | Japan |
| Compatible printers | 18 models |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the CF281A compatible with my printer?
Yes if it appears in the list above (18 HP models). If in doubt, send us the exact model (e.g. "tout-en-un HP OfficeJet Pro 8730") and we confirm.
What is the difference between 81A and 81X?
Same cartridge, same printer: the 81X holds more toner (25,000 pages vs 10,500) and costs less per page.
Where can I find the safety data sheet and the manual?
On our HP support page: safety data sheet for the CF281A, drivers, manuals and FAQ for your printer, by country.