Sharp · Color Multifunction

Sharp MX-5140N

51 ppm A3 color MFP, older generation, refurbished for offices doing 7,000 to 16,000 pages a month.

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Print speed
51 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Sharp Sharp MX-5140N
Authorized Sharp reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp MX-5140N 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...

  • Pick this if your dealer stocks MX-5140N parts locally.
  • Pick this if you do 7,000 to 16,000 mixed pages a month.
  • Pick this if 11 x 17 capability matters.
  • Pick this if your shop already has other prior-gen MX boxes.
  • Pick this if scan-to-email handles your scanning workflow.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if you accept the OSA panel.
  • It's fine if you stay wired and skip Wi-Fi.
  • It's fine if your finishing is desk-stapler level.
  • It's fine if you accept higher consumable costs than current gen.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if your dealer cannot confirm local parts stock.
  • Skip this if you want a current Android panel.
  • Skip this if you need a 5-year parts runway.
  • Skip this if refurb pricing is close to a new MX-5071.
  • Skip this if you print over 18,000 a month.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp MX-5140N is a 51 ppm A3 color MFP from Sharp's earlier workgroup family, sold today as off-lease or refurbished hardware. Volume target is 7,000 to 16,000 mixed pages a month for small offices and back-office teams. It supports 51 ppm color and B&W, 11 x 17, duplex print and scan, the OSA panel, Gigabit Ethernet, USB, and optional Wi-Fi. The thing buyers regret: parts pipelines for the MX-5140N are getting thinner — Sharp still supports it, but a complex repair (fuser plus drum plus controller) can sit waiting for parts longer than a current model. Confirm parts lead times with your dealer before signing a service contract. If parts are stocked locally and refurb pricing is sharp, this is reasonable; if your dealer has to source parts from regional warehouses, downtime risk goes up enough to wipe out the buy-side savings on a single bad service call.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 51 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 51 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 4.1 sec (B/W), 5.7 sec (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 51 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type Reversing single-pass feeder
Scan destinations E-mail, Desktop, FTP, Network Folder (SMB), USB
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 70000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 540,000 pages/month
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
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Sharp
Model Sharp MX-5140N
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.

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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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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 MX-5140N

The printer itself

Sharp MX-5140N in original Sharp packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 25.53038 inches (W x D x 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

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.

  • 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

Sharp MX-5140N, 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 MX-5140N ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter black toner yields approximately 40,000 pages, while the starter color toners (cyan, magenta, yellow) each yield around 18,000 pages at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toners include the MX-51NTBA (black, 40,000 pages) and MX-51NTCA/MX-51NTMA/MX-51NTYA (color, 18,000 pages each). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp MX-5140N is a 51 ppm A3 color MFP designed for small offices with a monthly volume of 7,000–16,000 pages, while the Sharp BP-70C31 is a 31 ppm A3 color MFP built for workgroups of 10–30 people. The BP-70C31 features a 10.1" tilting touchscreen, advanced security (WPA3, TLS 1.3), and faster scanning (280 ipm). The MX-5140N is an older model with potential parts availability concerns, whereas the BP-70C31 offers modern connectivity and workflows. For small offices needing reliability and advanced features, the BP-70C31 is the better long-term investment.
The Sharp MX-5140N is suitable for small businesses with a monthly print volume of 7,000–16,000 pages, offering 51 ppm color printing, duplex capabilities, and A3 support. However, its older design may lead to longer repair times due to parts availability.
Yes, the Sharp MX-5140N supports full-color printing at 51 ppm. It is a color MFP designed for both color and monochrome output.
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 MX-5140N 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 MX-5140N 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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