Model: HL-L8430CDWT
from $589.99
The Brother HL-L8430CDWT is a business color laser printer designed for efficient, high-volume printing. It features dual paper trays and a 50-sheet multipurpose tray, accommodating various media sizes up to 8.5 x 14 inches and a total paper capacity of 820 sheets. With a print speed of 33 ppm for both black and color, automatic duplex printing, and Wi-Fi 4 connectivity, this printer is ideal for busy office environments requiring reliable color output.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $589.99.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Brother HL-L8430CDWT Business Color Laser Printer with Dual Paper Trays is available at bhphoto, cdw, starting at $589.99.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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