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Product Features
Technical Overview
This imaging drum cartridge operates with laser print technology, utilizing a magenta color component to produce vibrant prints in color documents and graphics. The drum's typical print yield of 50,000 pages provides extended service life, reducing replacement frequency in high-volume printing scenarios.
Compatibility is specific to Dell color laser printers, including the 5130cdn and C5765dn models, ensuring proper fit and electrical interface alignment. The cartridge dimensions measure 6.30 inches in height and 5.50 inches in width, with an approximate weight of 3.30 pounds for straightforward handling during maintenance.
Relevant factors for this section include Print Technology, Print Color, Typical Print Yield, Height. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The Dell T229N Imaging Drum Cartridge offers several practical benefits for maintaining printer performance and print quality in business settings.
Genuine OEM Reliability
As a genuine Dell component, this imaging drum ensures exact compatibility and consistent performance, supporting printer longevity and reducing potential print defects.
- Manufacturer-direct quality
- Precise electrical and mechanical fit
- Maintains printer warranty compliance
High-Yield Efficiency
With a 50,000-page typical yield, this drum cartridge minimizes frequent replacements, supporting continuous printing operations and reducing maintenance downtime.
- Extended service interval
- Cost-effective per-page operation
- Suitable for moderate to high-volume environments
Color-Specific Performance
The magenta imaging drum delivers accurate color reproduction in conjunction with cyan, yellow, and black drums, ensuring vibrant full-color output for documents and graphics.
- Consistent color saturation
- Precise toner transfer
- Supports professional color printing
Deployment / Use Cases
This imaging drum cartridge is designed for deployment in office environments where Dell 5130cdn or C5765dn color laser printers require maintenance or consumable replacement. It serves as a critical component in the color printing process, transferring magenta toner to paper during print cycles.
Primary use cases include routine printer maintenance when drum replacement is indicated, new printer setup requiring initial drum installation, and print quality restoration when color output shows degradation. The cartridge supports general office documentation, marketing materials, presentations, and any business printing requiring reliable magenta color reproduction.
Office Printer Maintenance
Replace aging or depleted imaging drums in Dell color laser printers to restore print quality and prevent color banding or inconsistency in business documents.
Color Printing Operations
Maintain vibrant color output for brochures, reports, graphics, and presentations by ensuring the magenta imaging drum functions optimally alongside other color components.
Physical Profile
The imaging drum cartridge features a compact design measuring 6.30 inches in height and 5.50 inches in width, with an approximate weight of 3.30 pounds. This physical profile allows for straightforward installation and removal during printer maintenance procedures. The cartridge construction supports secure handling and stable placement within the printer's drum compartment.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 6.30" (160.02 mm), 5.50" (139.70 mm), 3.30 lb (1496.85 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 5.50" (139.70 mm)
- Height
- 6.30" (160.02 mm)
- Weight
- 3.30 lb (1496.85 g)
Highlights
- Genuine Dell OEM imaging drum cartridge for reliable performance
- Magenta color component for vibrant color printing
- Laser print technology ensures precise toner transfer
- 50,000-page typical yield reduces replacement frequency
- Compatible with Dell 5130cdn and C5765dn color laser printers
- OEM package ensures proper fit and function
- Single-unit packaging for individual replacement needs
- Compact dimensions for straightforward installation
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dell Technologies |
| Manufacturer Part Number | T229N |
| Brand Name | Dell |
| Product Name | 5130cdn/5765dn Imaging Drum Cartridge |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Package Type | OEM |
| Product Type | Imaging Drum |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Laser |
| Print Color | Magenta |
| Typical Print Yield | 50000 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 6.30" (160.02 mm) |
| Width | 5.50" (139.70 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 3.30 lb (1496.85 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Dell Color Laser Printers: 5130cdn C5765dn |
| Brand Compatibility | Dell |
| Device Supported | Printer |
| Country of Origin | China |
FAQ
What Dell printer models is this imaging drum cartridge compatible with?
This Dell T229N Imaging Drum Cartridge is specifically compatible with Dell Color Laser Printers models 5130cdn and C5765dn. It is designed as a genuine OEM component for these printer families, ensuring proper mechanical fit, electrical connection, and performance integration. Using this cartridge in supported models maintains print quality and printer reliability.
What is the page yield for this imaging drum cartridge?
The Dell T229N Imaging Drum Cartridge has a typical print yield of 50,000 pages. This yield represents the expected lifespan under normal printing conditions, providing extended service before replacement is needed. The high-yield design supports continuous printing operations in office environments, reducing maintenance frequency.
What color does this imaging drum cartridge produce?
This is a magenta imaging drum cartridge, producing the magenta color component in full-color prints. It works in conjunction with cyan, yellow, and black drums to create the complete color spectrum. The magenta drum ensures vibrant reds, purples, and pink tones in documents and graphics.
Is this an OEM or compatible imaging drum cartridge?
This is a genuine OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) imaging drum cartridge from Dell. It is manufactured by Dell Technologies to exact specifications for compatibility and performance. OEM cartridges typically ensure proper fit, reliable operation, and maintain printer warranty compliance compared to third-party alternatives.
How many cartridges come in the package?
The package contains one imaging drum cartridge. It is sold as a single-unit replacement part, allowing for individual drum maintenance or replacement. This packaging is suitable for replacing a specific color drum or for initial installation in a new printer setup.
What print technology does this imaging drum use?
This imaging drum cartridge uses laser print technology. It is designed for use in laser printers where toner particles are transferred to paper through an electrostatic process. The drum's surface holds an electrostatic charge that attracts magenta toner, which is then fused to paper during the printing cycle.