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- Why choose the genuine Ricoh 4500 developer unit
- When to replace it
- Printers compatible with the B2969640
- Page yield
- Installation
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine Ricoh 4500 developer unit
The developer unit carries the toner to the drum. A long-life wear part, replaced at the counter: a genuine Ricoh unit keeps print density and avoids gray backgrounds.
When to replace it
The printer shows a message when the part's counter reaches end of life (Supplies status or Reports menu). Replacing it then avoids downtime and wear on other parts.
Printers compatible with the B2969640
The B2969640 is compatible with the following models and series (manufacturer data):
- MP3500
- MP3500AD
- MP3500SP
- MP4000
- MP4000B
- MP4500
- MP5000
- MP5000BAD
- MP5000CSP
Check the exact reference of your printer (label or Information menu); suffixes are variants of the same series and generally use the same consumables. If in doubt, send us the exact model.
Page yield
300,000 pages (manufacturer data, about 5% coverage). Graphics or photo-heavy pages reduce the actual yield.
Installation
Installation described in the manufacturer's maintenance guide: switch the printer off, let hot parts cool down before working, replace the part, then reset the counter in the maintenance menu. A technician is recommended for fuser and transfer units.
Use and tips
Order as soon as the end-of-life message appears to avoid printer downtime.
Keep the part in its packaging until the intervention. After installation, check that the counter has restarted from zero (Supplies status or Maintenance menu).
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | B2969640 |
|---|---|
| Commercial number | 4500 |
| EAN code | 4250081518581 |
| Type | Developer unit |
| Brand | Ricoh |
| Color | black |
| Page yield | 300,000 pages (manufacturer data) |
| Compatible printers | 9 models or series |
Frequently asked questions
Is the B2969640 compatible with my printer?
Yes if it appears in the list above. If in doubt, send us the exact model (e.g. "MP3500") and we confirm.
Genuine or compatible?
We sell genuine Ricoh parts and consumables only: dimensions and lifetime in line with the manufacturer's data, printer warranty preserved.
Where can I find the safety data sheet?
The safety data sheet (SDS) for the B2969640 and the manufacturer documentation are available on request from our customer service: contact us.