Toshiba · Monochrome Multifunction

Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A

55 PPM monochrome A3 multifunction on the current e-BRIDGE Next platform with tablet touchscreen and full finisher options for enterprise print rooms.

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Print speed
55 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A
Authorized Toshiba 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A 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 print 15,000-35,000 monochrome pages a month in an enterprise print room
  • You want the current-generation controller and UI
  • You scan to Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, or Box natively
  • You need A3, 50-sheet stapling, and booklet finishing
  • You have a print operator or power user managing the queue
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your monthly volume occasionally spikes to 45,000 pages
  • It's fine if you skip the booklet finisher initially
  • It's fine if you do not need fax
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you need any color output
  • Skip this if your monthly volume is under 10,000 pages
  • Skip this if floor space is limited
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

Production monochrome at 55 PPM in the e-BRIDGE Next era, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A is the current-generation refresh of the 5508A with an updated controller, faster scan pipeline, and the 10.1-inch tablet touchscreen. A3 tabloid, standard duplex at full speed, native cloud connectors, paper capacity scaling past 7,000 sheets, and finisher options including 50-sheet stapling and saddle-stitch booklet making all ship standard. The duty cycle handles 30,000-40,000 pages a month. For an enterprise print room standardizing on the latest Toshiba platform with monochrome-only economics, this is the right pick. The trade-off versus the 5508A is roughly 8-12% on price for the controller and UI updates.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 55 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 5.2 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 55 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Dual Scan Document Feeder
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations Google Drive, OneDrive
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 300 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 520000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 520,000 sheets/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 , Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A
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 Toshiba 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 37.6 x 28.9 x 48.3 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

Toshiba 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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  • 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

Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A, 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner has an estimated yield of 106,600 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the T-6518U (T6518U), which also yields 106,600 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A is a high-speed monochrome printer with a speed of 55 ppm and a monthly duty cycle of 30,000-40,000 pages, making it ideal for enterprise print rooms. In contrast, the Toshiba eSTUDIO3528A is designed for smaller departments, offering a speed of 35 ppm and a monthly duty cycle of 150,000 pages. The 5518A features a 10.1-inch tablet touchscreen and advanced cloud connectors, while the 3528A has a 9-inch color touchscreen and optional Wi-Fi connectivity. For small offices with lower print volumes, the 3528A offers a more cost-effective solution.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A is designed for high-volume environments with a monthly duty cycle of 30,000-40,000 pages and a speed of 55 ppm, which may exceed the needs of a typical small business. Its enterprise-level features, such as a 10.1-inch touchscreen and advanced finishing options, are better suited for larger print rooms. Small businesses with lower print volumes might find it more cost-effective to consider a commercial option tailored to their needs.
No, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A is a monochrome-only printer and does not support color printing. For color printing needs, consider alternatives such as the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5520AC, Toshiba e-STUDIO 6520AC, or Toshiba e-STUDIO 7520AC.
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.
Toshiba includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Toshiba 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 5518A 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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