ECOSYS P3045dn
Kyocera built the ECOSYS P3045dn around its long-life drum philosophy, so the only consumable you replace regularly is the TK-3160 toner cartridge — the drum itself stays in the machine for years. This monochrome workgroup printer pairs automatic duplexing with standard network connectivity, keeping per-page costs low for busy offices that print thousands of pages a month. A dependable choice when the print queue never really empties and reliability matters more than flashy features.
| Cartridge | Code | Page yield |
|---|---|---|
| Black toner cartridge (standard) | TK-3160 | Up to 12,500 pages |
| Black toner cartridge (high yield) | TK-3170 | Up to 15,500 pages |
| Black toner cartridge (extra high yield) | TK-3190 | Up to 25,000 pages |
Page yields are rated per ISO/IEC 19752.
Frequently asked questions
Which toner does the ECOSYS P3045dn use?
The ECOSYS P3045dn uses the TK-3160 toner series: the standard TK-3160, the high-yield TK-3170 or the extra-high-yield TK-3190.
What is the difference between TK-3160, TK-3170 and TK-3190?
All three fit the same printers; the difference is capacity. The TK-3160 prints approximately 12,500 pages, the TK-3170 approximately 15,500 pages and the TK-3190 approximately 25,000 pages (ISO/IEC 19752).
Does the ECOSYS P3045dn need a separate drum replacement?
The drum is a separate long-life component on this model. These are toner-only cartridges, so you replace just the toner when it runs low.
Do these cartridges fit other ECOSYS models too?
Yes. The TK-3160 series is shared across the ECOSYS P3045dn, P3050dn, P3055dn and P3060dn.