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- Why choose the genuine Ricoh 408296 imaging drum
- Drum and toner: two consumables
- Printers compatible with the 408296
- Installation
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine Ricoh 408296 imaging drum
The drum (photoconductor) lays the toner onto the sheet; it is a wear part separate from the toner and outlasts several cartridges. A genuine Ricoh drum keeps sharpness and avoids marks repeated at regular intervals; the printer tracks its wear and signals replacement.
Drum and toner: two consumables
The toner holds the powder; the 408296 drum lays it on the sheet. Marks repeated at regular intervals or a gray background: it is the drum to change, not the toner.
Printers compatible with the 408296
The 408296 is compatible with the following models and series (manufacturer data):
- SP 230 DNw
- SP 230 FNw
- SP 230 SFNw
- SP 230 Series
Check the exact reference of your printer (label or Information menu); suffixes are variants of the same series and generally use the same consumables. If in doubt, send us the exact model.
Installation
Tool-free replacement: open the cover, remove the used assembly, unpack the new drum without touching the green surface or exposing it to light for long, refit and close. Follow the guide to reset the counter if the printer asks for it.
Use and tips
The 408296 drum is replaced far less often than the toner. The printer's counter tracks its wear and warns ahead of time.
Keep the drum in its packaging until installation; do not touch the green surface and limit exposure to light. Marks repeated at regular intervals or a gray background: replace the drum, not the toner.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | 408296 |
|---|---|
| EAN code | 4961311926648 |
| Type | Imaging drum |
| Brand | Ricoh |
| Compatible printers | 4 models or series |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 408296 compatible with my printer?
Yes if it appears in the list above. If in doubt, send us the exact model (e.g. "SP 230 DNw") and we confirm.
Genuine or compatible?
We sell genuine Ricoh parts and consumables only: dimensions and lifetime in line with the manufacturer's data, printer warranty preserved.
Where can I find the safety data sheet?
The safety data sheet (SDS) for the 408296 and the manufacturer documentation are available on request from our customer service: contact us.