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HP 981A (J3M68A) Cyan Ink Cartridge 6000 Pages

SKU CH-D8W3-Q7YHB MPN J3M68A

Delivers up to 6000 cyan pages for HP PageWide 556 and 586 series printers

  • Cartridges includedSingle Pack
  • Ink or toner colorCyan
  • Ink droplet size8.02 pl
  • Ink or cartridge typeDye-based
  • Estimated page yield6000 Pages
  • Operating humidity range10 to 90% RH
  • Professional colour quality from genuine HP engineering
  • Up to 6000 pages per cyan cartridge
  • Low cost per page for enterprise printing
  • Reliable performance at high PageWide speeds
  • Operates from 41 to 95°F and 10 to 90% humidity

HP 981A Cyan Cartridge 6000 Pages

The HP 981A (J3M68A) is a genuine cyan ink cartridge rated for approximately 6000 pages. It uses dye-based ink with an 8.02 pl drop size and is designed for HP PageWide Enterprise 556 and 586 series printers. This single pack suits offices that need consistent colour output at high speed.

Replaces depleted HP 981A cyan supply

The cartridge replaces an empty HP 981A cyan unit in the same printer. The jump is worth it when the current cartridge reaches end of life and print quality fades or the device prompts for replacement. It restores the original page yield and colour accuracy for the 556 and 586 series.

PageWide dye-based ink limits

Dye-based ink can be sensitive to moisture and extreme temperatures; operating humidity should stay between 10 and 90% RH and temperature between 41 and 95°F. Storage outside the -40 to 140°F range may degrade performance. The cartridge is engineered only for the listed PageWide Enterprise models.

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Price $125.99
Pricier than about 75% of the 1,504 comparable items (median $60.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model name981A
Part numberJ3M68A
Ink or toner colorCyan
Performance
Ink droplet size8.02 pl
Estimated page yield6000 Pages
Size & build
Shipping weight0.19 kg
Package size215 × 48 × 28 mm
Compatibility
Replacement forHP
In the box
Cartridges includedSingle Pack
Environment & compliance
Operating humidity range10 to 90% RH
Storage humidity range0 to 100% RH
Operating temperature range41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage temperature range-40 to 140 °F (-40 to 60 °C)
More details
Ink or cartridge typeDye-based

Questions about this item

Which HP PageWide printers accept the 981A cyan cartridge?

The HP 981A cyan cartridge works with HP PageWide 556 and 586 series printers.

How do I install the HP 981A cartridge correctly?

Open the printer's front access door, wait for the carriage to stop, press the old cartridge to release it, then slide the new 981A in until it clicks.

When should I replace the HP 981A cyan cartridge?

Replace the cartridge after approximately 6000 pages or when print quality fades; store unused cartridges between -40 and 140°F.

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