The Canon 046A Cyan Toner Cartridge is a genuine Canon standard-capacity colour toner engineered to deliver vivid, reliable cyan output in compatible Canon colour laser printers. With an approximate yield of up to 2,300 pages at 5% coverage, it is well suited to everyday business printing such as reports, charts, presentations and marketing materials. The finely formulated toner provides bright, consistent cyan tones with smooth fills and crisp edges, ensuring logos, graphics and coloured text appear clean and professional. Developed to work in harmony with Canon imageCLASS and i-SENSYS print engines, the Canon 046A Cyan Cartridge helps maintain stable performance, minimising streaks, banding and backgrounding. Its all-in-one design integrates toner and key imaging components, simplifying maintenance and enabling fast, mess-free cartridge changes to keep your device running efficiently.
Key Features
Original Canon Colour Toner: Official Canon 046 Cyan (046A) cartridge for guaranteed compatibility and performance.
Approx. 2,300-Page Yield: Standard-capacity cartridge rated for up to about 2,300 pages at 5% coverage.
High-Quality Cyan Output: Produces vivid cyan tones and clean detail in charts, photos and graphics.
All-in-One Cartridge Unit: Combines toner and imaging elements for easy installation and consistent print quality.
Optimised for Canon Colour Lasers: Designed for selected Canon imageCLASS / i-SENSYS printers to support long-term engine reliability.
Technical Specifications Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Canon 046A Cyan Toner Cartridge |
| Model / Part Number | Canon 046 Cyan (typically 1246C002 series) |
| Toner Type | Colour laser toner – Cyan |
| Page Yield | Approx. 2,300 pages at 5% coverage (ISO/IEC standard conditions) |
| Print Technology | Laser (electrophotographic) |
| Compatible Printers | Selected Canon imageCLASS / i-SENSYS models (e.g. MF731Cdw, MF733Cdw, MF735Cdw, LBP654Cdw – model dependent) |
| Cartridge Type | Original (OEM) Canon toner cartridge |
| Colour Set | Part of Canon 046 series (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Typical Applications | Colour documents, charts, marketing material, general office printing |
| Storage Conditions | Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
FAQ Section
1. What is the difference between Canon 046 and 046H Cyan?
Canon 046 (046A) is the standard-yield cyan cartridge rated for around 2,300 pages, while Canon 046H Cyan is a high-yield option designed to print significantly more pages for higher-volume users.
2. Which printers are compatible with the Canon 046A Cyan Cartridge?
It is intended for selected Canon colour laser models, typically including imageCLASS MF731Cdw, MF733Cdw, MF735Cdw and LBP654Cdw or their i-SENSYS equivalents. Always check your printer’s supplies guide for exact compatibility.
3. How many pages can I expect from one 046A Cyan cartridge?
Under standard ISO/IEC test conditions (5% coverage on A4/Letter sheets), you can expect up to approximately 2,300 pages. Actual yield varies with coverage, job type and printer settings.
4. Can I use this cartridge alongside third-party toners?
While the printer may operate with mixed brands, Canon recommends using genuine Canon toner for all colours to ensure optimal print quality, colour consistency and long-term reliability of the print engine.
5. Does the cyan toner dry out if the printer is not used for a long time?
Toner is a dry powder and does not dry out like inkjet ink. If the cartridge is stored correctly in its packaging or left installed inside the printer in a cool, dry environment, it should remain usable within its recommended shelf life.
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