LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 3,500, available at our Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD store. This compatible yellow cartridge replaces the HP 216A (W2412A) yellow toner and fits the HP Color LaserJet Pro M155, MFP M182, and MFP M183 printer range. Each LIGHTWAVE 216A cartridge carries a standard 850-page yield at 5% coverage, matching the figure published for the genuine 216A part. At roughly KSh 4.12 per printed page, the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge lowers colour printing costs for offices that run HP's compact colour laser machines every working day.
This cartridge suits small business owners, accountants, lawyers, real estate agents, schools, churches, and print shops across Kenya that depend on the HP M182 or M183 for invoices, flyers, certificates, and marketing sheets. Many Nairobi offices buy the printer cheaply, then face high running costs once the starter toner empties. The LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge answers that exact problem. It restores full-colour output at a price that keeps a busy office printing through KRA filing season, school report week, or a Saturday flyer rush without straining the supplies budget.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that stock only original toner at three or four times the cost, Mascom International offers a tested compatible option alongside honest guidance on what it does and does not match. Buyers throughout Kenya tell us the colour stays clean and the chip reads correctly on their M182 and M183 units. You can collect the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge at our Nairobi CBD counter or order it for pay-on-arrival delivery to any of the 47 counties, paying only once the cartridge reaches your desk.
Common Questions About the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner
Is the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner compatible with my HP printer?
The LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow cartridge fits the HP Color LaserJet Pro M155a, M155nw, and M155dw single-function printers, plus the MFP M182n, M182nw, M183fw, M183rw, and M183fdw multifunction printers. These models all use the 216A toner family. Before ordering, open your printer's front cover or supplies menu and confirm it calls for cartridge number 216A or part W2412A for yellow. If your machine lists a different number, such as 207A or 415A, this cartridge will not seat or print correctly.
How many pages does the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow cartridge print?
The cartridge prints up to 850 yellow pages at 5% A4 coverage, the same standard yield quoted for the genuine HP 216A colour cartridge.Real-world output depends on how much yellow each page uses. Documents heavy with colour graphics, photos, or full-page backgrounds drain yellow faster, while text pages with light colour accents last longer. Most small offices printing mixed documents replace a colour cartridge every few months.
Is this a genuine HP cartridge or a compatible one?
This is a compatible replacement cartridge, not an original HP product. LIGHTWAVE manufactures it to fit and function in HP 216A printers at a much lower price than the branded W2412A toner. Mascom International states this clearly so you buy with full information. The cartridge produces standard 216A yellow output and is built to drop into the same slot, but it is not made by HP and does not carry HP branding or HP's own warranty. Our 6-month Mascom warranty covers it instead.
Will a compatible cartridge void my HP printer warranty?
No. Printer manufacturers cannot legally cancel your warranty simply because you fit a compatible or own-brand cartridge. Your HP M182 or M183 warranty stays valid for hardware faults unrelated to the toner. If a defective cartridge ever causes damage, that specific issue may fall outside HP cover, which is why Mascom International tests stock and backs every LIGHTWAVE 216A cartridge with a 6-month replacement warranty. In practice, thousands of Kenyan offices run compatible toner for years without printer trouble.
Why is the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow cheaper than the original HP toner?
Original HP 216A yellow toner often sells for several times the KSh 3,500 LIGHTWAVE price because you pay for HP branding, packaging, and distribution margins. LIGHTWAVE produces a functional equivalent without those costs, passing the saving to you. The toner powder, plastic housing, and page-count chip are built to the same 216A specification. For offices printing hundreds of colour pages monthly, the gap between original and compatible toner can save tens of thousands of shillings across a year of normal use.
Does the LIGHTWAVE 216A cartridge work with the printer's toner-level display?
Yes. The cartridge includes a page-count chip that lets your M182 or M183 read and show the remaining toner level on the printer panel and HP software.After a printer firmware update, some compatible chips occasionally show a "non-HP cartridge" notice. This message does not stop printing; you tap to continue and the cartridge works normally. Mascom International can advise on firmware settings if a prompt appears.
Do I need all four colour cartridges to print?
Yes. The HP M155, M182, and M183 printers need all four toner cartridges, black, cyan, magenta, and yellow, installed and reading as present before they print anything, even a black-only page. If your yellow cartridge is empty or missing, the printer pauses every job. That is why keeping a spare LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Tonerr Cartridge on the shelf matters for any office that cannot afford printing downtime during a deadline.
How fast can I get the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner delivered in Kenya?
Mascom International ships the cartridge the same day within Nairobi and its environs, and within 1 business day to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, and other major towns. Outer counties receive delivery in 2 to 3 business days. You pay on arrival, so you only release money once the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge is in your hands. Call, email, or order on our website, and we dispatch from our Nairobi CBD store.
Technical Specifications
Toner Function and Print Output
- Produces yellow as one of four toners that combine on the page for full-colour documents, flyers, and certificates
- Standard dry laser toner powder fuses onto paper for prints that resist smudging and water marks
- Tuned to the 216A colour profile so yellow tones stay consistent across a print run
- Suited to invoices, marketing sheets, school reports, and event posters printed in colour
- Handles both plain A4 office paper and heavier card stock up to the printer's rated weight
- Yellow channel works alongside the black, cyan, and magenta cartridges for accurate skin tones and logos
Printer Compatibility
- Fits HP Color LaserJet Pro M155a, M155nw, and M155dw single-function colour printers
- Works in HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M182n and M182nw multifunction printers used in small offices
- Supports HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M183fw, M183rw, and M183fdw multifunction units
- Replaces the HP 216A yellow part number W2412A in every machine that lists the 216A family
- Drops into the same cartridge slot with no adapter, tray change, or extra hardware needed
- Does not fit printers that call for 207A, 415A, or other toner numbers, so check before buying
Cartridge Build and Page-Count Chip
- Sealed plastic housing keeps toner powder contained until you remove the protective strip at setup
- Page-count chip reports remaining toner level to the printer panel and HP companion software
- Pull-tab seal and shake-before-install steps match the standard 216A cartridge routine
- Chip may trigger a non-HP cartridge notice after some firmware updates without blocking printing
- Single-use design is not built for refilling once the yellow powder runs out
- Cartridge body resists minor knocks during transport and installation in a busy office
Yield and Running Cost
- Rated for up to 850 yellow pages at 5% A4 coverage under standard test conditions
- Works out to about KSh 4.12 per page on the yellow channel at the KSh 3,500 price
- Colour-heavy pages with photos or full backgrounds use yellow faster and lower the page count
- Light-colour text documents stretch the cartridge well beyond average office expectations
- Far lower cost per page than original HP 216A yellow toner for the same printer range
- Buying a spare cartridge ahead of time keeps a colour printer running through deadline weeks
Storage and Handling
- Store the sealed cartridge upright in a cool, dry place away from direct Nairobi sunlight
- Keep the protective seal in place until the moment you install the cartridge
- Shake the cartridge gently side to side before fitting to spread toner evenly
- Avoid touching the green drum surface or the chip contacts during installation
- Unopened cartridges hold their print quality for long storage, useful for stocking spares
- Recycle or return empty cartridges responsibly rather than disposing of them with general waste
Package Contents
- One LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow compatible toner cartridge (W2412A replacement)
- Protective sealing strip and packaging
- Basic installation guidance
Note:Compatible black (W2410A), cyan (W2411A), and magenta (W2413A) 216A cartridges are stocked separately at Mascom International for buyers refilling the full colour set.
Warranty
The LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. If a cartridge arrives faulty or fails to print correctly within the cover period, our Nairobi CBD service desk handles a direct replacement. This Mascom warranty applies in place of any manufacturer cover, since the cartridge is a compatible part.
Where to Buy the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge in Kenya
LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to confirm the cartridge matches your HP printer before purchase.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the LIGHTWAVE 216A Yellow Toner Cartridge across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the cartridge reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive the cartridge within 1 business day. Outer counties receive delivery within 2 to 3 business days.
Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles after-sales support directly, including help with firmware prompts and printer setup. Mascom International's magenta and deep navy storefront is a known stop for honest toner advice, accurate compatibility checks, and reliable warranty backing. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for fair pricing and dependable supplies on every cartridge we stock.
