What toner does the Kyocera ECOSYS M2040dn need, plus 3 compatible models

Looking for toner for your Kyocera ECOSYS M2040dn or any other in its family? The consumable you need is the Kyocera TK-1170. Our compatible version yields 7,200 pages with the same print quality as the original and costs a fraction of its price. See the compatible TK-1170 toner.

Is it compatible with your printer?

The TK-1170 is the only toner fitted by these monochrome laser multifunction machines of the ECOSYS series. If you have any of these four models, this is your cartridge:

• Kyocera ECOSYS M2040dn
• Kyocera ECOSYS M2540dn
• Kyocera ECOSYS M2540dw
• Kyocera ECOSYS M2640idw

The letters at the end only indicate the connectivity and equipment; they don't change the toner. The d is duplex printing (automatic double-sided), the n adds wired network connection (Ethernet), the w is WiFi and the i signals the larger touch panel. That's why an M2540dn (network) and an M2540dw (WiFi) use exactly the same cartridge. Not clear on your model? Check it in our printer finder.

The consumable you need and what it yields

The compatible Kyocera TK-1170 toner yields 7,200 pages according to the ISO/IEC 19752 standard, the measurement standard for monochrome toner calculated at 5% coverage per page. It's the same reference and the same declared yield as the branded cartridge, so you change consumable without changing results: sharp text and solid blacks page after page.

These ECOSYS machines work with a single black toner cartridge, you don't need to buy several colours. When the level drops, you remove the used TK-1170 and fit the new one in less than a minute and with no tools.

How much printing costs you

Here's the real difference. With the same 7,200-page yield, the compatible toner gives you the same number of copies as the original while paying much less per cartridge. Translated to cost per page, your monochrome printing becomes notably cheaper without touching the quality.

Want to see how much you save in your specific case? Enter how many pages you print a month in our savings calculator and compare the annual spend with original against compatible. For a user who prints daily, the accumulated saving over a year is the main reason to make the jump to compatible.

Frequently asked questions

Does the compatible TK-1170 suit my Kyocera ECOSYS M2540dn?

Yes. The same TK-1170 cartridge is valid for the M2040dn, the M2540dn, the M2540dw and the M2640idw. All four fit the same reference, so you only have to check that your model appears on that list.

How many pages does it print?

It yields 7,200 pages measured with the ISO/IEC 19752 standard (at 5% coverage). It's the same declared yield as the original; if your documents carry more load per page (tables or dense images), the real number will be somewhat lower, just as it happens with the branded cartridge.

Does using a compatible toner void the printer's warranty?

No. By law, using compatible consumables does not void your machine's warranty: article 120 of RDL 1/2007 (the General Law for the Defence of Consumers) protects your right to choose. The manufacturer could only reject a claim if it proves that the consumable directly caused the fault, something that does not happen with a toner manufactured to specification. You can review the conditions on our warranty page.

How long does shipping take?

We ship within 24-48 hours across mainland Spain and shipping is free from €50 of purchase. You'll receive your TK-1170 ready to install in a couple of working days.

Looking for more options? Explore the whole range of toner for copiers and multifunction machines or resolve doubts with our guide how to know which toner your printer needs and the analysis are compatible cartridges reliable?. All Startoner toners are manufactured under ISO 9001 certification and are backed by a 3-year warranty, so you print with the same peace of mind as with the original and at a much more sensible price.