Aficio MP401SPF
The Ricoh Aficio MP 401SPF is the multifunction answer for departments that live on black-and-white volume: print, copy, scan and fax in one unit, with the document feeder doing the heavy lifting on multi-page jobs. It feeds on a single long-life toner, the 841886 black cartridge, rated for up to 10,400 pages. When the printer is also the copier, this is the class to buy.
Departmental mono does not get more straightforward than this. The MP 401SPF is built to be the shared hub a whole department routes its documents through, and the cartridge is sized to match: at up to 10,400 pages, toner changes are rare events rather than a standing chore. One cartridge type covers every function the machine performs, because everything it produces is black-and-white print on paper.
Toner Cartridges for Aficio MP401SPF
| Cartridge | Color | Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| 841886 | Black | Up to 10,400 pages |
| 841886 2 Pack | Black | Up to 10,400 pages |
| 841886 4 Pack | Black | Up to 10,400 pages |
Which cartridge should you buy?
The 841886 is the only cartridge this machine takes, so the choice is quantity and rhythm. Departments that run the feeder hard can cover serious page counts on a single cartridge, which makes the single a respectable default for a first stocking. Most established departments standardize on 2-packs or 4-packs: the per-cartridge cost drops, and a feeder-heavy machine that empties a cartridge mid-run always has the next one in the building. There is no color set and no separate drum purchase in this supply list. Note that the same cartridge also serves the printer-only Aficio SP4520DN, so shared stock covers both chassis.
Chip, toner and everyday use
These 841886 cartridges are built with a working chip, and the MP 401SPF recognizes them and tracks toner like the original. Fitting is a front-cover change that takes a couple of minutes even mid-run. Give the new cartridge a gentle end-to-end rock before fitting so the toner lies level after shipping. Yield is rated at up to 10,400 pages at standard coverage; departments that scan and copy dense originals should expect real-world numbers to vary with coverage. Keep the reserve cartridge sealed, stored flat in a cool place, and swap it in as soon as output starts to fade evenly across the page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which toner does the Ricoh Aficio MP 401SPF use?
The 841886 black toner cartridge (Ricoh Type MP401), rated for up to 10,400 pages. Singles, 2-packs and 4-packs are listed in the table above.
Does the 841886 fit any other model?
Yes - the printer-only Aficio SP4520DN runs on the same 841886 cartridge, so one stock can serve both machines.
Is there a color cartridge or a separate drum to buy for this model?
No. The MP 401SPF is a monochrome machine with a single toner cartridge on its supply list; there is no color set to maintain.
Are these compatible cartridges?
Yes - every cartridge here is a compatible replacement made for the MP 401SPF, with a working chip, covered by a 1-year warranty and 1-year returns.
More printers that use the same cartridges
The 841886 cartridge is also used by: Aficio SP4520DN.