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- Why choose the genuine HP 05A toner cartridge
- 05A or 05X: which capacity?
- Printers compatible with the CE505A
- Page yield
- Installation and maintenance
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Related products
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 05A toner cartridge
The CE505A is the standard black cartridge of the HP 05 series. All-in-one cartridge: toner, imaging drum and developer are replaced together, so print quality is like new at every change, with no separate drum to replace. Genuine HP toner powder matched to the fuser and paper of these printers: sharp text, even solids, no "cartridge not recognized" message.
05A or 05X: which capacity?
The CE505A (2,300 pages) suits occasional or moderate use. From about a hundred pages a month, the CE505X (6,500 pages) costs less per page and is replaced less often; both fit the same printers. The CE505D pack (2 cartridges) lowers the unit cost further.
Printers compatible with the CE505A
Check compatibility on your printer's page.
Check the exact reference of your printer (label at the back or Information menu); suffixes (dn, dw, fdw, n) are variants of the same series and use the same consumables.
Page yield
2,300 pages per ISO/IEC 19752 (5% coverage, letter-type documents). Graphics or photo-heavy pages reduce the actual yield. The cost per page shown next to the price is calculated from the current price and this yield.
Installation and maintenance
Tool-free replacement: open the cover, remove the used cartridge, take the new one out of its bag, rock it gently to distribute the toner, pull the protective tab if present, then insert until it clicks. The printer recognizes the cartridge and resets the counter. Used HP cartridges are returned free of charge through HP Planet Partners.
Use and tips
The CE505A suits regular office use: the cartridge (2,300 pages) lasts about 8 months at 300 pages per month and about 2 months at 1,000 pages per month. Beyond that, the CE505X (6,500 pages) costs less per page.
Store the cartridge in its packaging, flat, away from light and humidity, and unpack it only when installing. At the "Low" alert, order: the printer keeps printing until "Very low" then "Replace". The driver's EconoMode extends life for drafts. Genuine cartridges preserve the printer's HP warranty.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | CE505A |
|---|---|
| HP number | 05A |
| EAN code | 883585695775 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Color | black |
| Capacity | Standard |
| Page yield | 2,300 pages (ISO/IEC 19752) |
| Weight | 0.85 kg |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 340 x 109 x 205 mm |
| Origin | Japan |
| Compatible printers | see above |
Related products
Frequently asked questions
Is the CE505A compatible with my printer?
It fits the printers. If in doubt, send us the exact model and we confirm.
What is the difference between 05A and 05X?
Same cartridge, same printer: the 05X holds more toner (6,500 pages vs 2,300) and costs less per page.
Where can I find the safety data sheet and the manual?
On our HP support page: safety data sheet for the CE505A, drivers, manuals and FAQ for your printer, by country.