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Sharp BP-50M36

36-ppm A3 mono MFP for workgroups of 20-40 — 100-sheet RSPF at 80 ipm, 650-sheet standard capacity (expandable to 6,300), 10.1-inch tilting touchscreen, native Universal Print and Teams folder support.

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Print speed
36 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp BP-50M36 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 workgroup of 20-40 people that needs A3 (11x17) mono output and prints 4,000-9,000 pages a month.
  • You scan stacks of multi-page docs daily — the 100-sheet RSPF runs at 80 ipm mono/color and dual USB 3.0 ports make scan-to-thumb-drive fast.
  • You want a tilting 10.1-inch touchscreen with the same UI as the rest of the BP-50 line — one driver and training across mono and color.
  • You need native Universal Print and Microsoft Teams scan-to-folder without a third-party connector.
  • You're picking the volume-priced 36-ppm slot in the mono BP-50M series — platen first-copy drops to 4.6 sec, noticeably faster than the M26/M31.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 2,500-4,000 pages a month — the chassis is overspecced but per-page cost stays reasonable on a 5-year lease.
  • You want Wi-Fi — the BP-EB10 wireless LAN adapter is an inexpensive add-on, not standard.
  • You need stapling or hole-punch — the BP-FN11 inner finisher and MX-PN14B 3-hole punch bolt on cleanly.
  • You're moving up from a BP-50M31 — same chassis, same panel, same drivers; only the engine speed changes.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color. This is mono only — look at the BP-50C36 for the same speed in color.
  • You print more than 10,000 pages a month — step up to the BP-50M45 or BP-50M55 to keep toner economics sane.
  • You want a small footprint — this is a 24 x 26 x 33-inch floor-standing unit weighing ~135 lb. before any finisher or stand.
  • You need PostScript 3, OCR, fax, or SSD out of the box — all are separate kits (MX-PK13L, MX-EB20L, BP-FX11, BP-SD10) that should be on the quote.
  • You expect Wi-Fi standard — wireless requires the BP-EB10 adapter on every BP-50 model.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp BP-50M36 is the mid-range 36-ppm monochrome A3 multifunction in Sharp's Essentials Series, sized for workgroups of 20-40 people printing 4,000-9,000 pages a month. It copies and prints 36 ppm on letter, scans up to 80 ipm mono/color through the standard 100-sheet reversing single-pass feeder, and ships with a 550-sheet drawer plus 100-sheet bypass for 650 sheets standard, expandable to 6,300 across optional drawers and the BP-LC10 3,000-sheet LCC. Print resolution is 1,200 x 1,200 dpi; platen first-copy drops to 4.6 sec — meaningfully faster off the glass than the M26 or M31. The 10.1-inch tilting color touchscreen is the same UI used across the entire BP-50M and BP-50C line — one driver, one user training, one toner family across speeds from 26 to 65 ppm and across mono and color. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus dual USB 3.0 standard; Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) via the optional BP-EB10 adapter. Native Universal Print, Microsoft Teams scan-to-folder, OneDrive, Box, and Dropbox are all in the base controller. The thing buyers regret: speccing the M36 for a 12,000-page office because it was cheaper than the M45 — toner economics get ugly above 10,000 pages a month.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 36 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 36 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 2500 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
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Sharp
Model Sharp BP-50M36
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 Sharp 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 Sharp BP-50M36

The printer itself

Sharp BP-50M36 in original Sharp packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 24 x 26 x 33 inches

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

Sharp 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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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.

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FAQ

Sharp BP-50M36, 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.

Yes, the Sharp BP-50M36 ships with a starter toner cartridge that yields approximately 40,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is BP-NT700, which is a high-yield cartridge also providing 40,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp BP-50M36 is a monochrome printer with a speed of 36 ppm, while the Sharp BP-70C31 is a color printer with a speed of 31 ppm in both black and color. The BP-70C31 also features a higher scan speed of 280 ipm compared to the BP-50M36's 80 ipm. Additionally, the BP-70C31 includes advanced security features like WPA3 wireless and TLS 1.3 encryption, making it suitable for industries with strict security requirements. For small offices with lower color printing needs, the monochrome BP-50M36 offers better toner economics.
The Sharp BP-50M36 is well-suited for small businesses with a monthly page volume of 4,000-9,000 pages. It offers a fast print speed of 36 ppm and a standard paper capacity of 650 sheets, expandable to 6,300 sheets. However, if your business exceeds 10,000 pages per month, consider stepping up to a commercial option for better toner economics.
No, the Sharp BP-50M36 is a monochrome printer and can only print in black and white. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Sharp BP-70C31, which offers color printing at 31 ppm.
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.
Sharp includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Sharp BP-50M36 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Sharp 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 Sharp BP-50M36 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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