What is ISO/IEC 29142-1 about?
ISO/IEC 29142 discusses print cartridge characterization. ISO/IEC 29142 characterizes print cartridges and provides transparency between manufacturers, suppliers, and customers.
ISO/IEC 29142-1 is an international standard that provides a framework for the print cartridge characterization.
ISO/IEC 29142-1 is the first part of a multi-part series standard that specifies terms, symbols, notations, and framework for characterizing toner and ink cartridges that are used in printing devices that have a digital input printing path and multi-function devices.
ISO/IEC 29142-1 defines a foundation for measuring, evaluating or specifying characteristics of toner and ink cartridges.
Note: ISO/IEC 29142-1 is intended to be used for the equipment used in the offices.
Who is ISO/IEC 29142-1 for?
ISO/IEC 29142-1 on cartridge characterization framework is relevant to:
- Printing device manufacturers
- Ink cartridges manufacturers and dealers
- Multi-function device manufacturers
- All-in-one toner cartridge manufacturer
- Cartridge manufacturers
- Original, non-original manufacturers, re-original manufacturers
Why should you use ISO/IEC 29142-1?
Manufacturers of cartridges have different expressions regarding the characteristics of cartridges. To aid transparency between manufacturers, suppliers, and customers regarding selected characteristics of cartridges a framework should be there to characterize cartridges.
ISO/IEC 29142-1 assist by providing general information regarding print cartridge characterization for developing new printing devices and cartridges.
ISO/IEC 29142-1 guides in measuring and evaluating toner and ink cartridges to improve the quality of cartridges.
ISO/IEC 29142-1 guides the user in selecting an efficient print cartridge for their printing and multi-function devices.
Print cartridge characterization can enhance the level of transparency between the manufacturers, suppliers, and customers regarding cartridges.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS ISO/IEC 29142-1:2021 supersedes BS ISO/IEC 29142-1:2013 which is withdrawn. BS ISO/IEC 29142-1:2021 has been revised with respect to BS ISO/IEC 29142-1:2013.