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HP

HP CB540A 125A Black Toner Cartridge 2200 Pages

SKU CH-VYB9-1ZPAA MPN CB540A

Genuine HP black toner prints 2200 pages for CP1215, CM1312, CP1515 and CP1518 series printers

  • Cartridge QuantitySingle Pack
  • Cartridge ColorBlack
  • Replacement ModelHP
  • Compatible ProductsHP Color LaserJet CP1215 / CP1515n / CP1518ni / CM1312 MFP S
  • Approximate Page Yield2200 Pages
  • Operating Humidity20 to 80% RH
  • Print-shop quality text with HP ColorSphere toner
  • Reliable output avoids reprints and wasted supplies
  • Standard-yield cartridge prints approximately 2200 pages
  • Works with HP Color LaserJet CP1215, CP1515, CP1518 and CM1312 series
  • New genuine HP cartridge ensures consistent performance

Genuine HP 125A Black Toner 2200 Pages

This genuine HP CB540A black toner cartridge delivers approximately 2200 pages of laser output. It is designed for home offices, small teams and managed corporate environments that require reliable monochrome documents from compatible HP Color LaserJet printers.

Replaces Empty 125A Cartridges in CP1215

The cartridge replaces a depleted HP 125A unit in printers such as the CP1215, CP1217, CP1515n, CP1518ni and CM1312 MFP series. The upgrade is worthwhile when print quality fades or the printer signals low toner, restoring sharp text and consistent density for another standard-yield cycle.

Laser Standard-Yield Limits for Light-Volume Use

Standard-yield toner suits light-volume printing; high-volume departments will replace cartridges more frequently. Operating range is 50 to 86°F with 20 to 80% RH, while storage tolerates -4 to 104°F and 10 to 90% RH. Exceeding these conditions can affect print consistency and cartridge life.

Highlights

  • Print-shop quality text with HP ColorSphere toner
  • Reliable output avoids reprints and wasted supplies
  • Standard-yield cartridge prints approximately 2200 pages
  • Works with HP Color LaserJet CP1215, CP1515, CP1518 and CM1312 series
  • New genuine HP cartridge ensures consistent performance

Specifications

BrandHP
ModelHP 125A Black (CB540A)
Part NumberCB540A
Cartridge QuantitySingle Pack
Cartridge ColorBlack
Replacement ModelHP
Compatible ProductsHP Color LaserJet CP1215 / CP1515n / CP1518ni / CM1312 MFP Series
Approximate Page Yield2200 Pages
Operating Humidity20 to 80% RH
Storage Humidity10 to 90% RH
Operating Temperature50 to 86°F
Storage Temperature-4 to 104°F
FeaturesPrint Technology: Laser
Print Color: Black
Yield Type: Standard
Typical Print Yield: 2200 Page
Compatibility: HP Color LaserJet Printers: CM1312CM1312NCM1312nfiCP1215CP1217CP1514nCP1515nCP1518niRecycled: YesRecycled Content: 19%Post-consumer-waste%: 0%
Assembly Required: NoGreen Compliant: YesGreen Compliance Certificate/Authority: Design for the Environment (DfE)
Country of Origin: Japan
Shipping weight0.79 kg
Package size366 × 114 × 107 mm

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Questions about this item

Which HP printers accept the CB540A 125A black cartridge?

The CB540A fits the Color LaserJet CP1215, CP1217, CP1514n, CP1515n, CP1518ni and the CM1312 MFP series including CM1312nfi and CM1312nfi MFP.

How do I install the HP 125A toner and what step is often missed?

Open the front cover, pull the old cartridge straight out, remove the new unit from its bag, rock it gently side-to-side to distribute toner evenly, peel off the sealing tape completely, then slide it in until it clicks.

When should I replace the CB540A and how should I store a spare?

Replace when prints fade or the printer signals low toner at roughly 2,200 pages; store spares sealed at 10–90 % RH and -4 to 104 °F.

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