SKU:

CS-Canon-051-BK

Printer Brand:

Canon

OEM Number:

2168C001

Ink Color:

Black

Page Yield:

Black: 1700

Printer Type:

Laser Cartridge

Condition:

New Compatible

Frequently Asked Questions

Let's start with the honest number: what does a page cost with this cartridge?

This single Canon 051 cartridge costs $27.70 and is rated at 1,700 pages, which works out to about 1.63¢ per page. That is the standard-yield rate for this family — not the lowest number on this page, and we won't pretend otherwise. It makes sense when your printing is light and the smallest upfront outlay matters more than the per-page figure.

How long does a 1,700-page cartridge actually last?

It depends entirely on your pace. At around 50 pages a month, a Canon 051 (2168C001) can last well over two years. At 150 pages a month, plan on just under a year. A busy desk turning out 400 pages a month will finish it in a little over four months. The 1,700-page rating assumes standard test pages, so dense documents with heavy coverage will use it up sooner.

What does the 051H give me for $2.09 more?

The high-yield Canon 051H (2169C001) costs $29.79 and belongs to the 4,000-page class — well over twice the rated pages of this standard cartridge for $2.09 extra. If you print most weeks, that step up is usually the better buy. The standard Canon 051 stays the sensible pick when the printer sits idle for long stretches or when you want to try a compatible cartridge for the first time with the least money on the table.

How do I check this is the cartridge my printer takes?

Match the number, not the printer's marketing name. If your current cartridge is marked Canon 051, or carries the part number 2168C001, this is the standard-yield black cartridge for your machine. The same number appears in the printer's supply information, so a quick check of the cartridge you are replacing settles it.

What does "compatible" mean here — is this made by Canon?

No. This is a third-party cartridge built to match the Canon 051 (2168C001) in fit and rated yield, sold under the Clever Supplies name rather than Canon's. What stands behind it is our own cover: a full one-year warranty and one year of free returns, so trying a compatible cartridge does not mean carrying the risk yourself.

What happens if the cartridge gives me trouble?

Every cartridge we sell is covered for a full year, and returns are free for a year as well — the details are on our shipping and returns page. If you would rather talk to a person, our support team is available Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM CST.

About This Canon 051 Cartridge

This is the standard-yield compatible Canon 051 black toner cartridge, part number 2168C001, rated at 1,700 pages and priced at $27.70 as a single. Orders leave from whichever of our four warehouses — Illinois, Pennsylvania, Georgia or California — is closest to you. For the high-yield Canon 051H, the multi-packs and the rest of the range, see our Canon toner range.