Kyocera ECOSYS MA4500fx Monochrome Multifunction Printer

45ppm Mono | Print | Copy | Scan | Fax | Auto Duplex | 75-Sheet RADP | Gigabit Ethernet | Up to 150,000 Pages/Month

The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4500fx is an A4 monochrome laser multifunction printer built for workgroups that require fast, high-volume document output combined with full fax capability. Printing and copying at 45 pages per minute, it handles print, copy, scan, and fax from a single networked device. A 75-sheet Reverse Auto Document Processor (RADP) is included as standard, supporting duplex scanning and batch document processing suited to offices handling regular volumes of inbound and outbound paperwork. Automatic duplex printing is standard, and the printer supports paper input expandable up to 2,600 sheets with optional cassettes — making it capable of sustaining demanding print environments without frequent paper replenishment. With a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle, a comprehensive security suite including data overwrite, encryption, and Trusted Platform Module, and the low-running-cost ECOSYS platform that separates drum and toner for reduced consumable spend, the MA4500fx is a practical choice for workgroups prioritising speed, reliability, and total cost of ownership in monochrome document production.

Key Features at a Glance

• 4-in-1 functionality: print, copy, scan, and fax from a single A4 monochrome network device
• 45ppm mono print speed — consistent high-throughput output for document-intensive workgroups
• Print resolution up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi for sharp text and fine detail across business documents
• Automatic duplex printing standard — reduces paper consumption across daily print jobs
• 75-sheet Reverse Auto Document Processor (RADP) included as standard, supporting duplex scanning and batch copy/scan workflows
• 500-sheet standard paper cassette plus 100-sheet multi-purpose tray — expandable to 2,600 sheets total with optional feeders
• Full Super G3 fax with network fax support, encrypted transmission, and polling capability
• Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BASE-T), USB 2.0 — optional Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) and Wi-Fi Direct
• Mobile printing via AirPrint and Mopria (with optional wireless module)
• TK-3404 toner cartridge: Black, 12,500 pages at 5% coverage
• Separate drum unit: DK-3204 — long-life component design reduces per-page running costs over the device's working life
• Monthly duty cycle: up to 150,000 pages
• Security: Trusted Platform Module, data overwrite and encryption, Secure Boot, Runtime Integrity Check, TLS 1.3, S/MIME support
• Scan destinations: scan to email, FTP, SMB, and USB host — network TWAIN, WIA, and WSD scan protocols
• Time to first page: 5.3 seconds; warm-up time: 16 seconds

Full Technical Specifications

Compatible Toner Cartridges — TK-3404

The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4500fx uses the TK-3404 black toner cartridge. All genuine TK-3404 toner is available from CartridgesDirect.

TK-3404 Toner Cartridge

The TK-3404 is the toner for the MA4500fx, yielding 12,500 pages at 5% coverage. For a workgroup printing 3,000 pages per month, a single cartridge covers approximately four months of output. The separate DK-3204 drum unit — with a 300,000-page guaranteed life — means toner and drum are replaced independently, keeping per-page running costs lower than all-in-one designs over the printer's working life.

Compatibility warning: The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4500fx uses the TK-3404 toner exclusively. Do not confuse with TK-3402, TK-3400, TK-3314, or TK-3104 — these are designed for different Kyocera models and are not interchangeable with the MA4500fx. Always verify toner model compatibility at time of purchase.

Kyocera MA4500fx vs MA4500x: Which Model Is Right for Your Business?

The ECOSYS MA4500fx and MA4500x share the same core hardware platform — identical print speed, paper handling, scanning capability, connectivity options, and toner. The single distinction is fax: the MA4500fx includes a full Super G3 fax with network fax support, encrypted fax transmission, and polling, while the MA4500x does not. For organisations that have moved entirely to digital workflows, the MA4500x delivers the same 45 ppm print and scan performance at a lower price point. For offices in sectors where fax remains a compliance or day-to-day requirement, the MA4500fx is the appropriate choice.

The Verdict

If your office actively uses fax — for referrals, legal correspondence, vendor communication, or compliance reasons — the MA4500fx is the correct model. It delivers the same 45 ppm speed, security features, and scanning capability as the MA4500x, with Super G3 fax, network fax, and encrypted transmission added. If fax plays no role in your workflows, the MA4500x provides identical performance. Both models use the same TK-3404 toner cartridge, available from CartridgesDirect with fast Australia-wide delivery.

Who Is the Kyocera MA4500fx Best Suited For?

The MA4500fx is suited to small and medium workgroups producing high volumes of monochrome documents that also require fax capability alongside scan-to-email and network printing. Its 45 ppm throughput, 150,000-page duty cycle, and ECOSYS low-running-cost design make it particularly well-matched to industries where fast turnaround on paperwork and reliable fax communication are part of daily operations.

Why Choose the Kyocera ECOSYS MA4500fx?

The MA4500fx prints at 45 pages per minute with a first-page-out time of 5.3 seconds — output performance that suits workgroups producing steady daily volumes of mono documents. The 75-sheet RADP handles duplex batch scanning at 60 images per minute for simplex mono, making it efficient for teams processing inbound mail, multi-page contracts, or client forms. Scan-to-email, FTP, SMB, and USB host destinations are standard, reducing manual handling in document workflows. With standard paper input of 600 sheets expandable to 2,600 sheets, and a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle, the MA4500fx is built to run without interruption in offices where the printer is a core operational tool.

The TK-3404 toner cartridge yields 12,500 pages at 5% coverage — for a team printing 2,500 pages per month, a single cartridge runs approximately five months. The separate DK-3204 drum unit, guaranteed by Kyocera for 3 years or 300,000 pages, means drum and toner are replaced independently. This separation is central to the ECOSYS cost model: businesses replace only what is consumed rather than discarding a combined unit when one component is exhausted. Over a typical device lifespan, this results in a measurably lower cost per page compared to all-in-one toner-drum designs.

The MA4500fx's security features — Trusted Platform Module, Secure Boot, Runtime Integrity Check, data overwrite and encryption, TLS 1.3, and S/MIME support — are standard inclusions, not add-ons. Super G3 fax with encrypted transmission and network fax capability makes it the relevant choice over the otherwise identical MA4500x for offices in medical, legal, real estate, and public sector environments where fax remains a daily requirement. For genuine Kyocera toner cartridges with fast delivery across Australia, order the TK-3404 at CartridgesDirect.

Product specifications subject to change without notice. Page yields are based on ISO/IEC 19752 at 5% coverage. Images are representative only. All prices and availability are subject to confirmation at time of order. Always verify toner model compatibility at time of purchase. Kyocera part number: MA4500FX.