Description

The HP 83A (standard yield) and HP 83X (high yield) are the all-in-one toner cartridges designed for the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fn series.

Like other classic HP desktop engines, this uses an All-in-One cartridge architecture. The toner supply, internal green OPC drum cylinder, developer roller, charging roller, and waste hopper are integrated into a single unit. Replacing the cartridge refreshes the entire imaging system.

Compatible Printer Models:

This cartridge family is widely compatible across HP’s popular compact monochrome desktop laser and multifunction lineup:

  • LaserJet Pro MFP M127fn / M127fw

  • LaserJet Pro MFP M125a / M125nw / M125rnw

  • LaserJet Pro MFP M225dn / M225dw / M225rdn

  • LaserJet Pro M201dw / M201n

Technical Specifications & Part Numbers:

Feature Standard Yield (83A) High Yield (83X)
HP Part Number CF283A CF283X
Page Yield Approximately 1,500 pages Approximately 2,200 pages
Color Monochrome (Black) Monochrome (Black)
Coverage Basis ISO/IEC 19752 standard (5%) ISO/IEC 19752 standard (5%)

⚠️ Physical Compatibility Warning: The high-yield CF283X (83X) cartridge features a physically deeper toner hopper belly. It is designed to work in the M201 and M225 series, but it will not fit your MFP M127fn printer. For the M127fn, you must strictly use the standard-yield CF283A (83A) cartridge.

Key Technical Information:

  • Smart Chip Integration: The cartridge features an electronic contact smart chip located on the top corner guide track. This chip handles serialization, alerts the printer to low toner status, and records regional data. Aftermarket or non-original cartridges require a matching 83A replacement chip to bypass “Toner Low” warnings on the M127fn display panel.

  • Canon Cross-Reference (Engine Twin): Because HP shares engine architectures with Canon, the HP CF283A is structurally and functionally identical to the Canon CRG-137 (used in imageCLASS MF211/MF227dw series) and Canon CRG-737 (European variant).

  • Component-Level Rebuilding Spec: For remanufacturers or technical teardowns, the internal components share a legacy profile:

    • OPC Drum Cylinder: Uses a standard gears-attached 240mm total length green aluminum core.

    • Wiper Blade & PCR: Completely interchangeable with components from the older HP 35A (CB435A) and 85A (CE285A) families, making bulk sourcing highly efficient.

Brand

HP

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