Toner Cartridge Model: AC-HF400XK/1XC/2XY/3XM

Phase of Preparation

Phase of Implement

Phase of Verification

Marketing Research

Project Planning

Full Process Evaluation

Approval

Application to Run the Project

Approval

Project Evaluation

Approval

Product Designing

Design Evaluation

Technics Evaluation

Pilot Run Trial Production

Mass Trail Production

Quality Planning and Documents Set

ting-up

Approval

Mass Production

Product Verification

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NG Sample

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R&D System

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Testing Items Needed Instruments Standard

Film Stripping Strength Testing Tensiometers MIL STD 810F

Torque Testing Torque Fixtures SAE

PQ1/PQ2 Testing Computer/ Printer/70-80g Papers/ Electronic Scale/Density Tester PQ-001.1

Life Testing Computer/ Printer/70-80g Papers/ Electronic Scale/Density Tester ISO 19798

Environmental TestingComputer/ Printer/Environmental Chamber/70-80g Papers/ Electronic Scale/Density Tester

MIL STD 810F

Pinhole Prevention Testing Computer/ Printer/Density Tester or OPT2000 Tester MIL STD 810F

Reliability Testing 1

Testing Items Needed Instruments Standard

Accelerated Aging TestingComputer/Printer/Constant Temperature Chamber/ Papers/Density Tester

MIL STD 810F

High and Low Temperature Testing

Computer/Printer/Environmental Chamber/70-80g Paper/Density Tester

MIL STD 810F

Drop/Drunken Test Drunken Test Machine ISTA 1A

Vacuum Testing for Airlift Cleaner/Vacuum Packaging Machine MIL STD 810F

Grey Background TestingComputer/ Printer/X-rite/70-80g Paper/Electronic Scale/Density Tester

ASTM 1423

Fixing rateComputer/ Printer/70-80g Papers/ Density Tester/Adhesive Tape/Weight

ASTM D3359

Reliability Testing 2

Testing Equipments

Automated Shaking Machine

Vacuum Test MachineEnvironment Test Machine

High Temperature Storage Bin

Testing Equipments

Video Measuring System

Blade Gap Testing Machine

Hardness Tester

Electric Resistance Examine Machine

Testing Equipments

Torque TesterLight Densitometer

Granulometer Tensiometer

Quality ControlAster Graphics delivers cartridges that are produced according to the highest quality standards and reach or exceed OEM quality at highly competitive prices.

1. Inbound Raw Materials and Components Tests

We work with the top tier suppliers of raw materials and components to ensure the reliability and consistency of our product quality. All incoming materials: drums, toner, blades, PCRs, magnetic rollers, etc. are verified against stringent standards before they reach the production floor.

2. Sort Empty Cartridges

All empty cartridges are sorted and graded. Only premium empty cartridges are used to ensure optimal quality.

3. Ultrasonic Welding

For new compatible cartridges, ultrasonic welding will be used to prevent leaks.

4. Filling Process

By using automated filling equipment ,each cartridge is precisely filled to the exact specified weight. Toner hoppers are filled with premium toners, which are technically matched to the OPCs (drum) for optimal yields and printer performance.

5. Assembly

Every step of production is strictly watched by the Quality Assurance Team, and there are checking spots for the key production steps to conduct a 100% inspection.

6. 100% Post Testing

Every cartridge is tested at the end of assembly to capture and identify any assembly or component errors.

7. Retain Samples Testing

2% packaged cartridges will be randomly selected to perform life testing and extensive environmental testing.

8. Packaging Inspection

All cartridges receive a final inspection to ensure they conform to our stringent quality standards. Cartridges are cleaned, polished, heat-sealed in a static resistant bag and boxed. A full set of instructions and warranty information is included.

9. Tracking System for All Products Sold

All Aster products are traceable. Each cartridge has a bar code contains its components, production date and production team information, etc. It is easy for us to analyze the returned defective cartridges and good for our continuous improvement on quality.

• Cartridge Reliablity

• Page Yield

Brand color Total page yield @5%

Percent of Stated Page Yield

Standard Page Yield

Aster BK 2760 98.57% 2800

OEM BK 2812 100.43% 2800

Aster C 2547 110.74% 2300

OEM C 2451 106.57% 2300

Aster M 2738 119.04% 2300

OEM M 2415 105.00% 2300

Aster Y 2287 99.43% 2300

OEM Y 2311 100.48% 2300

• Average Maximum Density

Brand Color 0 500 1000 1500 2000

Aster BK 1.294 1.359 1.363 1.385 1.393

OEM BK 1.298 1.310 1.307 1.310 1.309

Aster C 1.334 1.381 1.355 1.416 1.414

OEM C 1.305 1.298 1.305 1.305 1.305

Aster M 1.267 1.303 1.299 1.337 1.317

OEM M 1.189 1.183 1.184 1.189 1.188

Aster Y 0.895 0.912 0.916 0.914 0.910

OEM Y 0.714 0.720 0.720 0.714 0.709

• Grey Background

Brand Color 0 500 1000 1500 2000

Aster BK 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.005 0.004

OEM BK 0.001 0.002 0.002 0.003 0.003

Aster C 0.001 0.001 0.004 0.005 0.005

OEM C 0.003 0.002 0.004 0.004 0.003

Aster M 0.001 0.003 0.004 0.004 0.004

OEM M 0.003 0.003 0.003 0.003 0.003

Aster Y 0.002 0.002 0.004 0.004 0.004

OEM Y 0.003 0.002 0.003 0.004 0.003

• Fusing Level

Brand Color D1 D2 D3 D4 D5

Aster BK 1.306 1.269 1.301 1.271 1.253

OEM BK 1.229 1.264 1.246 1.236 1.261

Aster C 1.204 1.268 1.284 1.277 1.281

OEM C 1.301 1.319 1.294 1.288 1.309

Aster M 1.13 1.271 1.275 1.261 1.268

OEM M 1.151 1.167 1.123 1.126 1.161

Aster Y 0.961 0.922 0.928 0.901 0.915

OEM Y 0.671 0.682 0.641 0.634 0.626