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Troy Group

Troy Group 02CF258X001 MICR Toner Secure High Yield Cartridge

SKU CH-NDQE-24BFS MPN 02CF258X001

High-yield MICR toner cartridge for HP M404 and M428 printers with fraud-resistant red-bleed security feature

  • High-yield cartridge prints more pages per unit
  • Red-bleed toner reveals chemical tampering instantly
  • Built on genuine HP cartridge for reliability
  • Patented MICR formula ensures strong signal quality
  • Replaces original part 02-81586-001 directly

Secure MICR Cartridge for M404 and M428 Printers

This Troy Group cartridge replaces the original HP 02-81586-001 toner with a high-yield MICR Toner Secure formulation. It is built for businesses that print cheques or other negotiable documents requiring magnetic ink character recognition. The cartridge starts as a brand-new HP unit before receiving the proprietary upgrade.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

As a toner cartridge, this product has no active cooling, fan or power consumption of its own. It operates passively within the printer's existing thermal and electrical envelope. Normal use adds no audible noise beyond the printer's standard mechanism and draws no additional power from the wall.

Build Quality and Daily Handling

The cartridge uses an original HP housing upgraded with patented MICR toner that bleeds red if chemical alteration is attempted. High-adhesion toner particles are rigorously tested to maintain a strong MICR signal throughout the print run. The standard form factor fits directly into M404 and M428 devices without adapters or special mounting steps.

How it compares

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Price $272.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 15,190 comparable items (median $47.99).

Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight1.81 kg
Package size358 × 234 × 104 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 02CF258X001 cartridge in my HP M404 or M428 printer?

Open the front cover, remove the old cartridge by pulling it straight out, unpack the new 02CF258X001, gently rock it to distribute toner, remove the sealing tape, and slide it firmly into the slot until it clicks.

What maintenance or replacement will this MICR cartridge need over time?

The 02CF258X001 is a high-yield consumable; replace it when print quality fades or the printer signals low toner. No separate drum or developer unit requires servicing for this model.

What limit appears first during heavy MICR printing runs?

The cartridge page yield is the first limit reached; after the rated high-yield volume the toner is exhausted and the 02CF258X001 must be replaced to maintain MICR signal strength.

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