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Lightwave Universal Toner CE285A/35A/36A/78A | 2,000-Page Yield, HP & Canon Compatible
Black laser cartridge that fits LaserJet Pro and i-SENSYS printers in Kenyan offices and shops
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Lightwave Universal Toner CE285A/35A/36A/78A is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 2,200, available at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. This black laser cartridge prints roughly 2,000 pages at 5% coverage and fits the HP 85A, 35A, 36A, and 78A cartridge codes in one unit. It carries a pre-installed chip your printer reads on first insertion. Lightwave built the cartridge to OEM-equivalent standards, so HP LaserJet and Canon owners across Kenya get the same page count at a lower running cost. Mascom International stocks it for same-day Nairobi delivery.
Lightwave Universal Toner suits small offices, cyber cafes, law firms, schools, and home-based businesses that run HP LaserJet P1102, P1505, M1132, or M1212nf machines daily. Original HP cartridges often cost three to four times more, which strains print budgets for accountants filing KRA returns, lawyers printing case bundles at Milimani, and shops printing receipts. The Lightwave cartridge solves that cost problem without forcing you to buy a new printer. One unit covers four common HP codes, so you stop guessing which cartridge your model needs. Reception desks and admin teams across Nairobi reorder it in bulk.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that stock only original cartridges at high prices, Mascom International keeps compatible Lightwave toner on hand at KSh 2,200 per unit. At Mascom International, we're seeing more offices switch to compatible cartridges to control monthly printing costs. Customers across Nairobi report the same page yield and dark, even text they expect from genuine HP toner. The pre-installed chip means no error messages on most supported models. Visit our Kimathi Street store to confirm your printer model before buying, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties.
Common Questions About the Lightwave Universal Toner
Which printers does the Lightwave Universal Toner CE285A/35A/36A/78A fit?
The Lightwave cartridge fits HP LaserJet P1102, P1102w, P1005, P1006, P1505, P1505n, P1566, and P1606dn printers. It also works in HP LaserJet Pro M1132, M1212nf, M1217nfw, M1120, M1522n, M1522nf, and M1536dnf multifunction units. On the Canon side, it covers i-SENSYS LBP6020, LBP6030, MF4410, and several LaserShot models that use the Canon 125 cartridge. One Lightwave unit replaces the HP 85A, 35A, 36A, and 78A codes. Check your printer label or bring the model number to our Kimathi Street counter.
How many pages does the Lightwave toner print?
The Lightwave Universal Toner prints about 2,000 pages at 5% page coverage, the same testing standard HP uses for its rated yields. Coverage means how much of each page carries toner. Plain text documents, invoices, and KRA forms sit near 5%, so you reach roughly 2,000 pages. Pages heavy with logos, tables, or dark graphics use more toner and lower that count. A busy reception desk printing 40 pages a day gets close to seven weeks from one cartridge before reordering.
Is compatible Lightwave toner as good as original HP toner?
For everyday text printing, the Lightwave cartridge produces dark, even black output that matches original HP toner on most documents. It is built to ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards with a chip that supported printers read without error. Original HP cartridges may hold a slight edge on dense photo-style graphics, which laser printers rarely handle well anyway. For invoices, contracts, school notes, and reports, customers across Kenya report no visible difference. The main gap is price, where Lightwave saves you thousands of shillings per cartridge.
Will the Lightwave toner void my printer warranty?
No. Using a compatible cartridge like the Lightwave Universal Toner does not legally void your HP or Canon printer warranty in Kenya. Manufacturers cannot cancel a warranty simply because you chose third-party toner, though they may decline cover for damage a faulty cartridge directly causes. Lightwave cartridges are tested to reduce that risk and ship with a fresh chip. If a defective unit ever harms your printer, Mascom International handles the claim through our Nairobi CBD service desk. Most offices run compatible toner for years without issues.
Why is the Lightwave cartridge cheaper than original HP toner?
The Lightwave Universal Toner costs KSh 2,200 because it is a compatible cartridge, not a branded HP original carrying marketing and distribution markups. Compatible makers reuse proven cartridge shells and fill them with quality toner powder, cutting cost without cutting page yield. Original HP 85A or 78A cartridges often retail above KSh 7,000 in Kenya. For an office printing 2,000 pages a month, that price gap saves tens of thousands of shillings a year. The print quality stays close enough for daily document work.
How do I install the Lightwave toner cartridge?
Installation takes under two minutes. Open your printer's front cover, slide out the old cartridge, and remove the Lightwave unit from its sealed bag. Pull the orange or yellow protective tab fully to release the seal, rock the cartridge gently side to side to spread the toner, then slide it into the slot until it clicks. Close the cover and print a test page. The pre-installed chip registers automatically on supported HP and Canon models. A short installation guide ships inside every Lightwave box.
What is the difference between compatible and refurbished toner?
Compatible toner like the Lightwave cartridge is a newly manufactured unit built to match HP and Canon specifications, not a recycled shell. Refurbished or remanufactured toner reuses old emptied cartridges that are cleaned, refilled, and re-chipped. Both cost less than originals, but new compatible cartridges avoid the wear and leakage risk that comes with reused parts. The Lightwave Universal Toner ships brand new and sealed, never refilled. Mascom International stocks only new compatible cartridges so your print quality stays consistent from the first page.
Can I buy Lightwave toner in bulk for my office?
Yes. Mascom International supplies the Lightwave Universal Toner in single units at KSh 2,200 and in multi-pack quantities for offices, schools, and cyber cafes that print heavily. Buying several cartridges at once cuts your per-page cost and keeps a spare on hand so printing never stops mid-deadline. Procurement officers and admin teams across Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru order in volume through our store. Call our Kimathi Street counter for current bulk pricing and we deliver countrywide on pay-on-arrival terms.
Technical Specifications
Print Output and Page Yield
- Prints roughly 2,000 black pages at 5% coverage, enough for two months of typical small-office text printing
- 5% coverage standard matches HP's own yield testing, so the page estimate reflects real document use
- Even toner spread produces dark, legible text for contracts, invoices, and KRA filings without streaking
- Higher-coverage pages with logos or dark tables draw more toner and shorten the rated page count
- Toner powder meets ISO9001 quality standards for consistent print density across the cartridge life
- Single black output suits document printing, the main task for these HP and Canon laser models
Printer Compatibility Range
- One cartridge replaces HP 85A, 35A, 36A, and 78A codes, removing guesswork over which unit fits
- Works in HP LaserJet P1102, P1102w, P1005, P1006, P1505, P1505n, P1566, and P1606dn printers
- Fits HP LaserJet Pro M1132, M1212nf, M1217nfw, M1120, M1522n, M1522nf, and M1536dnf multifunction machines
- Covers Canon i-SENSYS LBP6020, LBP6030, MF4410, and LaserShot models that use the Canon 125 cartridge
- Pre-installed chip lets supported printers register the cartridge automatically without manual setup steps
- Check the code printed on your old cartridge or printer label to confirm a match before buying
Cartridge Build and Reliability
- Newly manufactured shell, never a refilled or recycled body, lowering the risk of toner leakage
- Built to ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards covering both product quality and cleaner manufacturing methods
- Fresh chip installed on each unit so most supported printers show no cartridge-error warnings
- Sealed protective bag keeps toner stable during storage in Kenya's humid coastal and warm inland climates
- Sturdy outer shell handles countrywide courier transport without cracking or spilling toner in transit
- Drum and toner section sit in one assembly, so replacement is a single clean swap
Box Contents and Handling
- One sealed Lightwave Universal Toner cartridge per box, ready to install straight from the bag
- Printed installation guide explains seal removal, toner spreading, and slot insertion in simple steps
- Protective tab seals the toner during shipping and pulls free in one motion before use
- No printer, cable, or adapter is included, since the cartridge is a standalone consumable
- Store unopened cartridges upright, away from direct sunlight, to keep toner powder evenly settled
- Recyclable packaging reduces waste for offices tracking environmental targets across Nairobi and beyond
Package Contents
Each Lightwave Universal Toner box from Mascom International contains one sealed black cartridge with a pre-installed chip, a protective seal tab, and a printed installation guide. No printer, USB cable, or power adapter is included, as toner is a standalone consumable. The cartridge arrives brand new and never refilled. For offices running several machines, Mascom International supplies multi-pack quantities on request. Compatible Lightwave cartridges for other HP and Canon printer models are also stocked at our Kimathi Street store.
Warranty
The Lightwave Universal Toner carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. If a cartridge arrives faulty, prints poorly from the start, or fails to register in a supported printer, our Nairobi CBD service desk replaces it directly. The warranty covers defects, not toner used up through normal printing.
Where to Buy the Lightwave Universal Toner CE285A/35A/36A/78A in Kenya
The Lightwave Universal Toner 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 collect the cartridge in person. We stock it as single black units and in bulk multi-packs for offices.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Lightwave Universal Toner across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you pay only when the cartridge reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret arrive within one business day. Outlying counties including Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The Lightwave Universal Toner carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects, handled directly by our Nairobi CBD service desk. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest specifications, accurate pricing, and dependable warranty backing on every toner cartridge we stock. Our brand colours, magenta and deep navy, mark genuine Mascom International service.
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