OkiPage 13E

The OkiPage 13E is a lesser-known monochrome printer from OKI's early desktop line, the kind of machine that survives in back offices long after flashier printers have been replaced. Available documentation points to the Type 5 black toner cartridge, 52109001, as its consumable. When a printer is this obscure, the cartridge number matters more than the model name, and 52109001 is the number to match.

Owners of a 13E rarely have a manual within reach, and spec sheets for the model are thin. That makes the ordering rule simple and reliable: ignore the marketing name, read the number off the cartridge already in the machine, and buy that number. The listings here are all built around the 52109001, in single and multi-pack form, so the only choice is quantity.

Toner Cartridges for OkiPage 13E

52109001 — single cartridge, black, see product page
52109001 — 5-pack, black, see product page
52109001 — OkiPage 10 listing, single, black, see product page
52109001 — OkiPage 10 listing, 2-pack, black, see product page
52109001 — OkiPage 10 listing, 3-pack, black, see product page
52109001 — OkiPage 10 listing, 5-pack, black, see product page
52109001 — OkiPage 10 listing, 10-pack, black, see product page

Which cartridge should you buy?

For a legacy machine like the 13E, quantity is a judgment about how much longer the printer will stay in service. A single cartridge is the sensible buy if the 13E prints occasionally or may be retired soon. If it still earns its place printing every day, the 5-pack and 10-pack listings lower the cost of each cartridge considerably. Check the yield figure on the product page of the listing you choose, and let your monthly page count, not habit, decide the pack size.

Chip, toner and everyday use

A 13E that has sat unused for months usually wakes up fine. Toner settles inside a resting cartridge, so slide it out and rock it gently end to end to loosen the powder before judging the first print. Store spares still sealed, lying flat and out of direct sunlight, and they will keep until needed. Remember that any page-yield figure is an estimate based on 5% page coverage; dense letters and forms use toner faster than light memos do.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cartridge does the OkiPage 13E use?

The 13E uses the OKI 52109001 toner cartridge, the Type 5 black cartridge documented for this model. It is a single-cartridge monochrome printer, so that one number covers all of its toner needs.

My 13E's prints are getting progressively lighter. What should I do?

Gradually lightening output is the classic sign of a depleting 52109001 cartridge. Rock the cartridge gently to redistribute the remaining toner and you will usually recover acceptable pages for a while, but treat it as a warning to have a replacement ready.

The 13E sat unused for months. Will the cartridge still work?

Usually, yes. Remove the 52109001, rock it gently to loosen toner that settled while the machine rested, and reinstall it. If prints stay faded after that, the cartridge is empty or dried out and should be replaced.

Can I stock one cartridge for the 13E and other OkiPage printers?

Yes, if the other machines are from the same OkiPage family listed below. The 52109001 serves the whole group, which is exactly what makes keeping an old 13E supplied so straightforward.