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LIGHTWAVE CF217A Compatible Toner Cartridge | 1,600-Page Black Yield | HP LaserJet M102 and M130 Series
Budget replacement printing for Nairobi home offices, schools, and small businesses
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
The LIGHTWAVE CF217A compatible toner cartridge is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 2,250, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. This black laser cartridge replaces the HP 17A (CF217A) and prints roughly 1,600 pages at 5% coverage. It fits the HP LaserJet Pro M102a, M102w, and the MFP M130a, M130nw, M130fn, and M130fw printers. The LIGHTWAVE CF217A gives Kenyan offices a lower-cost option than original HP toner while matching the same page count for everyday document printing.
Small offices, schools, and home-based businesses across Kenya feel the pinch of printing costs, and original HP toner often doubles the running expense. The LIGHTWAVE CF217A addresses that gap directly. It suits accountants filing KRA returns, university students printing assignments, church administrators running weekly bulletins, and cyber café operators handling walk-in print jobs. For any office running an HP LaserJet M102 or M130 printer, the LIGHTWAVE CF217A keeps the machine working without the high cartridge bill that slows down a tight budget.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya who stock toner without confirming the printer match, Mascom International verifies that the LIGHTWAVE CF217A fits your exact HP LaserJet model before you pay. Buyers across Kenya tell us cartridge guesswork wastes both money and time. We stock the LIGHTWAVE CF217A alongside the matching CF219A drum unit so your printer has everything it needs. Visit our Kimathi Street store to confirm compatibility, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery to any of the 47 counties.
Common Questions About the LIGHTWAVE CF217A
How do I know the LIGHTWAVE CF217A fits my printer?
The LIGHTWAVE CF217A works only with the HP LaserJet Pro M102 and M130 printer families. Compatible models are the M102a, M102w, M130a, M130nw, M130fn, and M130fw. Check the model label on the front or back of your printer before ordering. If your machine reads M102 or M130 in the name, this cartridge fits. Mascom International confirms the match against your printer model whenever you order, so you avoid buying the wrong toner.
How many pages does the LIGHTWAVE CF217A actually print?
The LIGHTWAVE CF217A prints around 1,600 pages at 5% page coverage, the same standard yield as the original HP 17A. That coverage figure matches typical text documents such as letters, invoices, and reports. Heavy graphics, dark fills, or photo-style pages use more toner and lower the count. For a small office printing standard paperwork, 1,600 pages covers several weeks to a few months of normal use.
Does the LIGHTWAVE CF217A need a separate drum unit?
Yes. The CF217A is a toner-only cartridge and does not contain a drum. Your HP LaserJet M102 or M130 printer also needs the CF219A (HP 19A) imaging drum, which is sold separately and lasts roughly 12,000 pages. One drum outlasts several toner cartridges before it needs replacing. Mascom International stocks the CF219A drum alongside this toner, so you can buy both together and keep your printer fully supplied.
Is the LIGHTWAVE CF217A genuine HP or a compatible cartridge?
The LIGHTWAVE CF217A is a new compatible cartridge, not an original HP product. It is built to replace the HP CF217A and matches its page yield and print quality for everyday black-and-white documents. Compatible toner costs far less than original HP toner, which is why many Kenyan offices switch to it. The cartridge is new, never previously used or refilled, and Mascom International backs it with a 6-month warranty.
Will using the LIGHTWAVE CF217A void my printer warranty?
No. Using a compatible toner cartridge does not void your HP printer warranty under normal use. A printer maker cannot legally cancel coverage simply because you chose a non-original consumable. Should a cartridge fault ever damage a printer, Mascom International stands behind the products it sells. Thousands of Kenyan offices run compatible cartridges daily without issue, and our service desk handles any concern directly from our Nairobi CBD location.
Is the LIGHTWAVE CF217A worth KSh 2,250 in Kenya's market?
At KSh 2,250 for roughly 1,600 pages, the LIGHTWAVE CF217A costs about KSh 1.40 per page in toner. Original HP 17A toner in Kenya often sells for more than double that price for the same page count. For schools, churches, and small offices printing in volume, that saving adds up fast across the year. The cartridge handles the same document workload at a fraction of the original-toner running cost.
Does the LIGHTWAVE CF217A include a level-reading chip?
Most LIGHTWAVE CF217A cartridges ship with a built-in chip that lets your printer display the toner level on screen. If a unit arrives without a working chip, the printer still prints normally; it simply shows a generic low-toner notice. Mascom International tests cartridge recognition before dispatch so you know what to expect.
How fast can Mascom deliver the LIGHTWAVE CF217A across Kenya?
Mascom International ships the LIGHTWAVE CF217A countrywide with pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, and other major towns get it within one business day. Locations including Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within two to three business days. You inspect the cartridge and pay only once it reaches you.
Technical Specifications
Print Output and Page Yield
- Black monochrome toner prints crisp text for letters, invoices, and reports in any small office
- Rated for roughly 1,600 pages at 5% coverage, matching the original HP 17A standard yield
- Page count follows the ISO/IEC 19752 measurement standard used across the toner industry
- Dense graphics, dark backgrounds, and full-page fills draw more toner and reduce the page total
- Standard-yield format suits offices printing moderate document volumes each week
- Consistent black density holds across the cartridge life for legible KRA, school, and church paperwork
Supported Printer Models
- Fits the HP LaserJet Pro M102a and M102w single-function laser printers used in home offices
- Works with the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M130a, M130nw, M130fn, and M130fw multifunction printers
- Single cartridge covers both print-only and print-scan-copy machines in the M102 and M130 lines
- Check the model name on your printer label before ordering to confirm it reads M102 or M130
- Mascom International matches the cartridge to your exact printer model at the point of sale
- Not compatible with HP LaserJet machines outside the M102 and M130 series
Cartridge Construction and Chip
- New compatible cartridge built fresh, never refilled or salvaged from previously used shells
- Black toner powder formulated for clean, even coverage across plain A4 office paper
- Most units carry a recognition chip so the printer shows toner level on its display
- Drop-in design installs the same way as the original HP 17A, with no tools required
- Sealed packaging protects the toner from moisture and Nairobi-area dust before installation
- Quality-checked for fit and print recognition before leaving the Mascom International counter
Drum Unit Pairing with CF219A
- The CF217A is a toner-only cartridge and must work alongside the CF219A imaging drum
- The CF219A (HP 19A) drum is sold separately and is required for the printer to function
- One CF219A drum prints roughly 12,000 pages, outlasting several CF217A toner cartridges
- Replace the toner often and the drum only occasionally, keeping per-page cost low
- Mascom International stocks the CF219A drum so you can buy the full set in one visit
- Pairing the right toner and drum prevents print faults and faded output on your printer
Storage, Shelf Life, and Handling
- Store the cartridge in its sealed pack, away from direct sunlight and high heat
- Toner powder does not dry out like inkjet ink, giving the cartridge a long shelf life
- Keep the cartridge level and avoid shaking it hard once the seal is removed
- Install in a clean, dust-free spot to protect the internal components during the swap
- Recycle spent cartridges responsibly rather than discarding them with general office waste
- Sealed compatible toner typically stays usable for around three years from purchase
Package Contents
Each LIGHTWAVE CF217A order from Mascom International includes one new compatible black toner cartridge sealed in protective packaging. The box contains the cartridge only; the CF219A drum unit and printer paper are sold separately. No installation tools are required, as the cartridge drops straight into your HP LaserJet M102 or M130 printer. A basic fitting guide is available from our counter staff, and Mascom International can pair the toner with a matching CF219A drum on request.
Warranty
The LIGHTWAVE CF217A carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. Coverage applies to faults in the cartridge under normal printing use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles any warranty claim directly, and we replace a confirmed faulty cartridge that still holds usable toner. Bring your purchase record to claim.
Where to Buy the LIGHTWAVE CF217A in Kenya
The LIGHTWAVE CF217A compatible 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 your printer model and test cartridge recognition before purchase. The cartridge comes in black, the standard color for the HP LaserJet M102 and M130 series.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the LIGHTWAVE CF217A across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay when the cartridge reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret get it within one business day. Locations including Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within two to three business days.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest product information, current pricing, and direct after-sales support on every printer cartridge we stock. Ask our team about pairing the CF217A with a matching CF219A drum for a complete printing set.
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