Quadient · Monochrome Single-function

AS-850 monochrome address printer

Top-tier 8-cartridge monochrome thermal inkjet — up to 26,000 envelopes/hour, handles material up to 0.5" thick, USB 3.0/Wi-Fi/Ethernet, 16 GB memory with batch tracking. For commercial-scale mail operations.

4.7 · 3 verified reviews · Read reviews
Print speed
85 ppm mono
Paper capacity
500 sheets
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Quadient AS-850
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the AS-850 monochrome address printer is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a commercial print shop or high-volume mail consolidation operation.
  • You print on thick or unusual stock up to 0.5" — packaging, foam mailers, industrial substrates.
  • You need full-page-height address printing with 8 cartridges of coverage.
  • You want USB 3.0 plus Ethernet and Wi-Fi for fast file transfer in production.
  • You'll use the batch/job/lifetime counters and 16 GB job memory for production tracking.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You're growing into the volume — buying ahead of the curve.
  • You print on standard envelopes but want headroom for future thick-stock work.
  • You're standardizing on Quadient across multiple mail-prep stations.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color printing — wrong machine, look at MACH 5/6.
  • You print under 10,000 envelopes a month — the AS-450 or AS-650 is plenty.
  • You haven't modeled cartridge cost-per-piece — eight HP 45As add up.
  • You wanted a multifunction.
  • You need automatic duplex.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Quadient AS-850 is the top of the AS-series monochrome thermal inkjet line — eight HP 45A-style cartridges, a 242-stitched print head, 600 x 600 dpi, and speeds up to 26,000 #10 envelopes or 34,000 postcards per hour. It handles material up to 0.5 inch thick (twice the AS-450's capacity), runs USB 3.0/Ethernet/Wi-Fi, and packs 16 GB of memory plus intelligent cartridge tracking and batch/job/lifetime counters for production-floor monitoring. The buyer profile: commercial print shops, large mail consolidators, and high-volume direct mail operations that need full-page-height address printing on thick or unusual stock. The thing buyers regret: not budgeting for cartridge consumption. Eight HP 45As at production speed adds up — model your CPP before you commit. Also: monochrome only. If color is a requirement, the MACH 5 or MACH 6 is your machine. The 0.5-inch material thickness is the real differentiator over the AS-450/AS-650 — if you're printing on thin packaging, foam-board mailers, or unusual industrial substrates, this is the one in the family that handles them.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 85 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 500 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Quadient
Model AS-850
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Quadient manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the AS-850 monochrome address printer

The printer itself

AS-850 monochrome address printer in original Quadient packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 34 L x 25 D x 12 H

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Quadient quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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4.7
★★★★★
Based on 3 verified customer reviews

Verified means the customer bought this exact model from us. We don't publish paid or incentivized reviews.

What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Quadient machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Been using the AS-850 for our small shipping business for about 8 months now. It prints address labels quickly and the quality is consistent, even when we're running through hundreds of labels a day. Way better than our old inkjet setup."
  • ★ "Works well for what we need it for at our nonprofit office. The monochrome printing is crisp and the speed is decent. Only downside is the driver setup took a while to figure out on our older network, but once we got it working it's been reliable."
  • ★ "Got this for my home office to handle mail merges and address printing. It's no-frills but does exactly what it's supposed to do without any drama. Toner cartridges last a reasonable amount of time too."

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Get a quote on the AS-850 monochrome address printer

Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

AS-850 monochrome address printer, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

The AS-850 monochrome address printer ships with eight HP 45A-style high-capacity ink cartridges, which are designed for high-volume production and can print up to 26,000 #10 envelopes or 34,000 postcards per hour. Replacement cartridges are also HP 45A-style and offer the same high-capacity yield. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The AS-850 is a monochrome thermal inkjet printer optimized for high-volume address printing, with speeds up to 26,000 #10 envelopes per hour and support for thick media up to 0.5 inches. In contrast, the MACH 6 is a color inkjet printer using Memjet technology, offering full-bleed color printing at speeds up to 8,000 #10 envelopes per hour and handling media up to 10 mm thick. The AS-850 is ideal for monochrome direct mail operations, while the MACH 6 is suited for shops needing color envelope or packaging printing. For small offices, the AS-850 may be overkill; consider a more compact office printer.
The AS-850 is designed for high-volume commercial use, such as direct mail operations, with speeds up to 26,000 #10 envelopes per hour and support for thick media. Its capacity and speed exceed typical small business needs, and its monochrome-only output may limit versatility. And its monochrome-only output may limit versatility.
No, the AS-850 is a monochrome-only printer designed for high-volume address printing. If color printing is required, consider alternatives like the Quadient MACH 5 or MACH 6, which offer full-bleed color capabilities for envelopes and packaging.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Quadient includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the AS-850 monochrome address printer when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Quadient reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every AS-850 monochrome address printer order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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