Aficio SP C252SF
Multifunction convenience without the enterprise footprint is the Ricoh Aficio SP C252SF's brief: copying, scanning and fax join full-color printing in one workgroup machine. Its supplies mirror its printer sibling exactly, the 407653 black cartridge rated up to 6,500 pages, with the 407654 cyan, 407655 magenta and 407656 yellow rated up to 6,000 pages each. Four numbers cover every function the machine performs.
An MFP like this becomes the document hub of a small department: contracts get scanned, handouts get copied in color, and day-to-day printing lands on the same engine. That concentration of work is why the bigger cartridge ratings matter more here than on a printer-only box, because every function draws from the same four slots. The C252SF rewards offices that consolidated two or three aging devices into one and would rather not consolidate their supply headaches along with them.
Toner Cartridges for Aficio SP C252SF
| Cartridge | Color | Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| 407653, 407654, 407655, 407656 (4-Color Set) | Black, cyan, magenta, yellow | See product page |
| 407653 (2-Pack) | Black | See product page |
| 407653 (3-Pack) | Black | See product page |
| 407653 (5-Pack) | Black | See product page |
| 407653 | Black | Up to 6,500 pages |
| 407654 | Cyan | Up to 6,000 pages |
| 407655 | Magenta | Up to 6,000 pages |
| 407656 | Yellow | Up to 6,000 pages |
| 407653, 407654, 407655, 407656 (5-Color Set) | Black, cyan, magenta, yellow | See product page |
| 407653, 407654, 407655, 407656 (8-Color Set) | Black, cyan, magenta, yellow | See product page |
| 407654, 407655, 407656 (6-Color Set) | Cyan, magenta, yellow | See product page |
| 407654, 407655, 407656 (3-Color Set) | Cyan, magenta, yellow | See product page |
Which cartridge should you buy?
Because copies and prints draw on the same cartridges, watch the machine's own level reports rather than a calendar when planning orders. Singles handle the normal pattern: one slot empties, one cartridge gets ordered by number. The black multipacks suit copy-heavy teams whose output is mostly text. When several slots sag together, the four-color set is the one-order reset, while the 3- and 6-count color sets cover color-led depletion and the 5- and 8-count sets stock a small fleet. All cartridges listed are compatible, chipped, and covered by a 1-year warranty and 1-year returns.
Chip, toner and everyday use
The chip fitted to each cartridge lets the C252SF confirm the unit and estimate remaining toner across both print and copy work. Replacements are slot-specific: match the cartridge number to the color bay, give the new unit a gentle side-to-side rock so the toner settles, and slide it in until it locks. Store unopened spares flat, sealed and away from heat. Treat the headline yields, measured at about 5% coverage, as best-case guides: a run of full-color copies will move the needle on a color cartridge far faster than the same count of memos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the C252SF use the same toner as the C252DN?
Exactly the same: 407653 black, 407654 cyan, 407655 magenta and 407656 yellow. Any listing on this page fits either machine, which keeps stocking simple if your office runs both.
Will copying in color drain the cartridges quickly?
Color copies spend color toner just like color prints, page for page. The 6,000-page color ratings give the machine long legs, but a department that copies graphics-heavy material in volume should keep a color set in reserve.
How long will the black cartridge last?
It is rated at up to 6,500 pages at standard coverage. In mixed MFP duty, meaning prints, copies and faxes combined, black is normally the first slot to need attention.
Are these cartridges compatible or original?
Compatible, built for this model with working chips, and backed by a 1-year warranty and 1-year returns. Each color is ordered by its own six-digit number.
More printers that use the same cartridges
The printer-only model in the family shares every cartridge: Aficio SP C252DN.