Aficio MP-161SPF
The Aficio MP-161SPF is the fully loaded member of its line: scanning, printing and fax gathered around the same 16-page-per-minute copier core as the base model. Three functions still drink from one well — a single black cartridge, the 841718, rated at about 7,000 pages, is the only supply the machine asks for.
For whoever looks after office equipment, the SPF's appeal is operational rather than flashy. One device type to support, one cartridge to reorder, and no surprises when a department adds a second or third unit. Every 161SPF in the building behaves identically and eats identically, which makes budgeting for toner a matter of counting machines rather than studying a chart.
Toner Cartridges for Aficio MP-161SPF
| Cartridge | Color | Pack | Page Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 841718 | Black | Single | Up to 7,000 pages |
| 841718 | Black | 2 Pack | Up to 7,000 pages |
| 841718 | Black | 4 Pack | Up to 7,000 pages |
Which cartridge should you buy?
SPF machines tend to be the hardest-worked in their family because they absorb scanning projects, copying and the fax traffic on top of regular printing. Treat the 2-pack as the working minimum for a unit in daily use — it keeps a spare beside a machine that several workflows depend on. A single 841718 is enough for a standby unit in a low-traffic corner. Fleets with multiple SPF machines, or a mix of 161 and 171 models, get the cleanest economics from the 4-pack: the cartridges are identical everywhere, so bulk stock stays useful no matter which machine empties first.
Chip, toner and everyday use
When the panel warns of low toner, the swap itself is quick: the spent cartridge lifts out from the front and the replacement slides home, its chip registering with the machine straight away. A useful habit with these units is to print a test page after a change — one page confirms the new cartridge is seated and printing cleanly before the next scan-to-email job lands. Spares keep best in a cool, dry cupboard in their original packaging; pulling one out months later, it will print like it was bought yesterday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the SPF configuration change about toner?
Nothing at all. Scanning, printing, fax and copying are all served by the same 841718 black cartridge — the SPF letters add functions, not supplies.
Does scanning use up toner?
No. Scanning turns paper into a digital file without touching the toner; toner is spent only when the machine prints or copies a page. Heavy scanning projects cost the cartridge nothing.
How many pages does one cartridge give the MP-161SPF?
Up to 7,000 pages at the standard 5% coverage. Pages heavy with text or images use more toner per sheet, so real-world totals land lower on copy-heavy machines.
Can one spare cartridge cover several different machines?
Yes — that is the quiet strength of this family. The 841718 fits the whole 161 and 171 range and beyond, so a single spare on the shelf can rescue whichever unit runs dry first.
More printers that use the same cartridges
Every model below runs on the same 841718 cartridge, which is why one spare can cover several different machines: Lanier 015F, Lanier 015SPF, Lanier 016SPF, Lanier 117, Lanier 117SPF, Lanier LD 015, Lanier LD015, Lanier LD117, Lanier LD220, Savin 3515, Savin 3515F, Savin 3515MF, Savin 816, Savin 917, Savin 917F, Savin 917SPF, Savin 920, Aficio 1515, Aficio 1515F, Aficio 1515MF, Aficio 717, Aficio 717F, Aficio MF-201SPF, Aficio MP 161L, Aficio MP-161, Aficio MP-161F, Aficio MP-171, Aficio MP-171F, Aficio MP-171SPF, Aficio MP-20, Aficio MP-201F, 415DSM, 415F, 415PF, DSM 415, DSM415, DSM516.