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Black toner cartridge in a rectangular plastic housing with a green drum cover and side handle

MADE IN USA TONER

MADE IN USA TONER TK-897K Black Toner Cartridge 12000 Pages

SKU CH-QSSQ-APJ6M

Compatible black toner cartridge yielding 12000 pages for Kyocera and Copystar printers

  • Cartridges included1 Pack
  • Replaces brandKyocera
  • Product typeCompatible Toner
  • Prints up to 12,000 pages per cartridge, measured under ISO/IEC 19798 test conditions
  • Compatible with Kyocera FS-C8520, FS-C8525, TASKalfa 205c and 255c models
  • Replaces Kyocera TK-897K and Copystar TK-899K part numbers directly
  • Formulated and produced in the USA for over 30 years
  • Machine-tested for line resolution, colour density and page yield consistency

Compatible Black Toner for Kyocera Printers

This cartridge replaces Kyocera TK-897K and Copystar TK-899K toner for use in Ecosys FS-C8520, FS-C8525 and TASKalfa 205c, 255c models. It is an aftermarket product manufactured in the USA for business and home printing needs. The single black cartridge installs directly into the listed devices without modification.

Consistent Output Across Long Print Runs

Machine testing verifies line resolution, colour density and page yield match original supply performance over extended use. The formulation is designed for reliability and high image quality page after page, lowering everyday printing costs. Production standards maintained for over 30 years support dependable results throughout the cartridge life.

12000-Page Yield at ISO 19798 Coverage

The cartridge delivers 12,000 pages based on the ISO/IEC 19798 industry standard of 5% page coverage. This yield figure determines whether the supply interval fits your print volume requirements. Buyers who need a higher page count per cartridge or a different colour toner should consider other options.

How it compares

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Price $36.99
Cheaper than about 63% of the 15,190 comparable items (median $47.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKyocera
Product typeCompatible Toner
Compatibility
Replaces brandKyocera
In the box
Cartridges included1 Pack

Questions about this item

Does the TK-897K cartridge run hot or draw extra power during long print runs?

The cartridge is a passive toner supply with no moving parts or electronics, so it adds no heat or power draw beyond the printer’s normal operation.

Which Kyocera printers must I already own for this TK-897K cartridge to work?

It fits Kyocera Ecosys FS-C8520, FS-C8525, FS-C8520MFP, FS-C8525MFP, TASKalfa 205c and TASKalfa 255c models.

Will the TK-897K work in my older Kyocera machine that uses the TK-899K part number?

Yes, the cartridge is listed as compatible with Copystar TK-899K, so it will function in printers that originally took that part.

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