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Product Features
Technical Overview
This imaging drum utilizes laser print technology to create electrostatic images on the drum surface, which then attract toner particles for transfer to paper. The black color specification indicates this drum is optimized for monochrome printing applications.
The OEM packaging ensures this replacement part meets the same specifications as the original factory-installed component. With a packaged quantity of one, this unit is supplied as a single replacement drum ready for installation.
This section brings together practical product details such as Print Technology, Print Color, Compatibility, Brand Compatibility, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This genuine Sharp imaging drum offers several advantages for maintaining your copier's performance. As an OEM component, it provides exact compatibility and reliable operation within supported Sharp copier models.
Exact Compatibility
Designed specifically for Sharp AR-M355 and AR-M455 series copiers, ensuring proper fit and function without compatibility concerns.
- AR-M355N, AR-M355U, AR-M355UA models
- AR-M455N, AR-M455U, AR-M455UA models
- DM-3551, DM-4551 series variants
OEM Quality Assurance
Manufactured to Sharp's original specifications, this drum maintains print quality and reliability standards expected from factory components.
- Consistent electrostatic performance
- Reliable toner transfer
- Durable construction
Deployment / Use Cases
The Sharp AR455DR black imaging drum is deployed as a maintenance replacement component in office environments using compatible Sharp copiers. When the existing drum reaches its service life or shows signs of wear, this replacement unit restores print quality and reliability.
This component is particularly valuable in business settings where document production volume demands regular maintenance of printing equipment. Office administrators, IT departments, and managed print service providers utilize these replacement drums to maintain operational continuity and print quality standards.
Highlights
- Genuine Sharp OEM imaging drum replacement
- Black color for monochrome laser printing
- Compatible with AR-M355 and AR-M455 series copiers
- Laser print technology for consistent output
- Single unit packaging (quantity: 1)
- Manufacturer part number: AR-455DR
- Designed for Sharp AR printer models
- Suitable for copier maintenance and repair
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sharp Electronics |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AR-455DR |
| Brand Name | Sharp |
| Product Name | Black Drum |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Package Type | OEM |
| Product Type | Imaging Drum |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Laser |
| Print Color | Black |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Sharp Copiers: AR-M355N AR-M355U AR-M355UA AR-M355UB AR-M355UBJ AR-M355UJ AR-M455N AR-M455NA AR-M455NB AR-M455U AR-M455UA DM-3551 DM-3551F DM-4551 DM-4551F DM-4551N DM-4551S |
| Brand Compatibility | Sharp |
| Printer Type Compatibility | AR Printers |
| Device Supported | Copier |
FAQ
What Sharp copier models is the AR455DR drum compatible with?
The Sharp AR455DR black imaging drum is compatible with multiple Sharp copier models including the AR-M355 series (AR-M355N, AR-M355U, AR-M355UA, AR-M355UB, AR-M355UBJ, AR-M355UJ), AR-M455 series (AR-M455N, AR-M455NA, AR-M455NB, AR-M455U, AR-M455UA), and DM series models (DM-3551, DM-3551F, DM-4551, DM-4551F, DM-4551N, DM-4551S). This comprehensive compatibility covers numerous office copier variants within these product families.
Is this a genuine Sharp OEM part or a compatible alternative?
This is a genuine Sharp OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) imaging drum. The product comes in OEM packaging and is manufactured to Sharp's exact specifications, ensuring it matches the quality and performance of the original factory-installed component. Using genuine OEM parts helps maintain your copier's reliability and print quality standards.
What print technology does this imaging drum use?
The Sharp AR455DR utilizes laser print technology. In this process, the drum surface receives an electrostatic charge pattern from a laser, which then attracts toner particles. These particles transfer to paper to create the printed image. Laser technology provides consistent, high-quality output suitable for business document production.
How many drums come in each package?
Each package contains one imaging drum unit. The packaged quantity is listed as 1, making this a single replacement unit suitable for maintaining one copier at a time. This packaging approach is standard for imaging drum replacements in office equipment maintenance scenarios.