A guide on storing the cartridges correctly.

Do you have toner or ink cartridges in stock? Well, they should be stored properly to make them last longer. Storing cartridges properly can increase the life of your supplies.  In a commercial setting, it is always a good idea to have a spare toner or ink cartridges on-hand. Authorized hp printer repair near me shops are always a good option to order for more backup stock. However, it is extremely important that you know how to store them properly. By not storing your toner or ink cartridges properly can inadvertently destroy or damage your cartridges.

How long can printer cartridges be stored?

Toner or Ink cartridges can be stored for up to two years from the production date. You can find the production date of your cartridge on the bottom or side of the box.

Store it at Low Temperature.

Always keep your ink or toner cartridges at or even below room temperature. They should be stored in a cool place. If you live in an area with very high temperatures in the summer, you should try to store your cartridges somewhere cooler.  Find a room with air conditioning or a relatively cool and dry area.  The higher air temperatures can cause the toner powder to “melt” inside the cartridge & cause bubbling and foaming in the liquid in ink cartridges. There is a chance that you’ll accidentally get the liquid on your hands, do check the best ways to remove printer ink off your hands. Extreme heat can even damage the toner cartridge casing itself, causing the plastic to warp. If you are using a toner cartridge with a built-in drum (such as HP toner cartridges,) then too much heat can cause the aluminum drum to warp, leading to poor print quality.

Keep cartridges dry

Humidity and moisture are just about the worst things that could come into contact with your cartridges liquid or toner powder. Any moisture buildup inside your cartridge will cause toner to clump together, leading to many problems. Such as uneven toner distribution and poor print quality. If you live in an area with high humidity, always try to store your cartridges in an area with lower humidity.

Keep them in box

Keep the toner cartridge in the box until you are ready to install it. The packaging keeps your cartridges safe from light, dust, and debris, as well as keeping the drum unit free of scratches which cause grainy images. If your toner cartridge takes up too much space to keep it in the box, then at the very least you should not remove the cartridge from the sealed plastic bag it comes in. Storing opened cartridges: If your cartridges are already outside their packaging, they must be placed in a plastic tub.

Leave the lights off

If you are storing toner cartridges with built-in drum units, you should always make sure to leave the lights off. The drums are photosensitive units and over-exposure can keep them from holding images properly when printing. This can lead to grainy prints or prints with missing sections and the quality of the ink in cartridges can be degraded by direct sunlight.

We hope this helps you keep your toner and ink cartridges in good working condition. If you have any questions about storing your cartridges, or if you need any help regarding printer cartridges. Do comment below.

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