Canon 137 Toner: Which imageCLASS Printers Use It and How the Models Differ
· Editorial policy Last Updated:Fourteen Canon imageCLASS printers take the same toner: the Canon 137 black cartridge, part number 9435B001 (also written 9435B001AA or CRG-137). It is rated at about 2,400 pages, the drum is built into the cartridge, and Canon makes it in one size only. If your printer is in the table below, that is the cartridge it needs.
This guide is based on Canon's documentation, retailer listings and owner reviews, not on our own lab testing. See our editorial policy.
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Which Printers Use Canon 137 Toner?
| Model | What it does | Speed | Automatic two-sided printing | Document feeder | Fax | Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LBP151dw | Print only | 28 ppm | Yes | None | No | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
| MF212w | Print, copy, scan | 24 ppm | No | None | No | Wi-Fi, USB |
| MF216n | Print, copy, scan, fax | 24 ppm | No | 35 sheets, one side | Yes | Ethernet, USB |
| MF217w | Print, copy, scan, fax | 24 ppm | No | 35 sheets, one side | Yes | Wi-Fi, USB |
| MF227dw | Print, copy, scan, fax | 28 ppm | Yes | 35 sheets, one side | Yes | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
| MF229dw | Print, copy, scan, fax | 28 ppm | Yes | 50 sheets, both sides | Yes | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, NFC |
| MF232w | Print, copy, scan | 24 ppm | No | None | No | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
| MF236n | Print, copy, scan, fax | 24 ppm | No | 35 sheets, one side | Yes | Ethernet, USB |
| MF244dw | Print, copy, scan | 28 ppm | Yes | 35 sheets, one side | No | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
| MF247dw | Print, copy, scan, fax | 28 ppm | Yes | 35 sheets, one side | Yes | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
| MF249dw | Print, copy, scan, fax | 28 ppm | Yes | 50 sheets, both sides | Yes | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, NFC |
| D570 | Print, copy, scan | 28 ppm | Yes | None | No | Wi-Fi, USB |
The imageCLASS MF226dn and MF242dw also take Canon 137 toner; they are not covered in detail here.
The MF216n and D570 have their own guides: What Toner Does the Canon imageCLASS MF216n Use? and What Toner Does the Canon imageCLASS D570 Use?
How the Model Numbers Work
The letters tell you most of what differs. A w means Wi-Fi, an n means wired network only, and a d means automatic two-sided printing. Within each generation the higher number adds features: the MF212w is the basic flatbed model, the MF217w adds a document feeder and fax, and the MF229dw and MF249dw add a feeder that scans both sides of a page in one pass.
The generations run MF210 series (2014), MF220 series (2015) and MF230/MF240 series (2016). Canon's later MF260 series switched to Canon 051 toner, so spare 137 cartridges will not fit a newer replacement printer.
How to Replace the Toner
- On the all-in-one models, lift the scanner platform, then open the toner cover. On the LBP151dw, open the top cover.
- Pull the old cartridge straight out.
- Rock the new 137 gently from side to side a few times, then pull the sealing tape out completely.
- Slide the cartridge in until it stops, close the cover and lower the scanner.
Problems Owners of These Printers Report Most
Why does it say "non-Canon cartridge" with genuine toner?
Owners report this with both genuine and compatible 137 cartridges. The usual cause is an expired or long-stored cartridge whose chip has aged out. Check the date on the box, reseat the cartridge and power-cycle the printer. Our compatible 137 carries a fresh chip, and we replace any cartridge a printer refuses under our 1-year guarantee.
Why does it keep dropping off Wi-Fi?
This is the most common complaint across the Wi-Fi models. The printer usually loses the router after sleep or when its network address is renewed. Reserve a fixed IP address for the printer in your router's settings. On models with an Ethernet port, a cable avoids the problem; the MF212w and MF217w have no Ethernet port, so a reserved address or USB are the options.
Why are my scans pale?
The flatbed scanner is the weak point of the all-in-one models. Raise the scan density in the driver, scan at 300 dpi and clean the glass. It is adequate for documents and soft for photos.
Why did the scanner stop working after an operating system update?
Canon's older MF scan driver often needs reinstalling after a major Windows or macOS update. Download the current MF Scan Utility from Canon's support site.
Are drivers still available?
Yes. Canon still hosts drivers for these models, and AirPrint and Mopria work on the networked models without a driver. Windows 11 finds them with Canon's current UFR II driver.
Is there a high-yield Canon 137?
No. Canon makes one size at about 2,400 pages (ISO/IEC 19752).
Notes on Each Model
imageCLASS LBP151dw
The only print-only model in the group. TechGearLab's review scored its speed 8 out of 10 and its text quality 3 out of 10, and called graphics and photo output poor, so treat it as a text printer. If text looks faint, turn off toner-save in the driver, raise the density setting and check that the sealing tape came out fully. It has a five-button panel with no screen, so set up Wi-Fi with the WPS button on your router, or connect by USB once and run Canon's wireless setup tool. Canon's later LBP122dw uses 071 toner.
imageCLASS MF212w
The entry flatbed model: no document feeder, no two-sided printing and no Ethernet port. Across 425 owner reviews at Best Buy the main complaints are the Wi-Fi dropouts described above and noise. Setup divides owners; those who followed the manual's WPS steps report no trouble. There is no toner-saving mode in the printer's own menu, but the driver's draft option does the same job from the computer.
imageCLASS MF217w
The fax model of the MF210 series, with Wi-Fi and a 35-sheet feeder that scans one side. The MF212w is the same printer without fax or feeder, and the MF216n swaps Wi-Fi for Ethernet. It does not print two-sided automatically; flip the stack by hand or use the driver's manual duplex option.
imageCLASS MF227dw
Launched in 2015 with print, copy, scan and fax, a 35-sheet feeder, a touchscreen and automatic two-sided printing. The MF247dw is its direct 2016 replacement with the same engine, feeder and toner and a refreshed panel, so advice for either model applies to both.
imageCLASS MF229dw
The top of the MF220 series. Its 50-sheet feeder scans both sides of a page, which sets it apart from the MF227dw, and it adds NFC. The MF249dw is its 2016 replacement with the same engine, feeder and toner.
imageCLASS MF232w
The flatbed-only model of the 2016 range: single-sided printing and no document feeder. It is one of the highest-rated printers in this group at Best Buy (4.6 across 169 reviews), mostly for easy setup and speed. Set up Wi-Fi with WPS or Canon's PRINT Business app. If you need a feeder and two-sided printing with the same toner, that is the MF244dw.
imageCLASS MF236n
The "n" means network: Ethernet and USB only, with no Wi-Fi. Most one-star reviews at Best Buy come from buyers who expected wireless; the MF232w and MF244dw are the Wi-Fi versions of the same engine. It includes fax and a 35-sheet feeder that scans one side. Canon's specifications list one-sided printing only for this model. A USB cable is not included, and most owners connect by Ethernet.
imageCLASS MF244dw
Automatic two-sided printing at up to 28 pages a minute, with Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB. The 35-sheet feeder scans one side only, and it has no fax; the MF247dw adds fax and the MF249dw adds two-sided scanning. Consumer Reports tested this model with the Canon 137.
imageCLASS MF247dw
The MF244dw with fax and a touchscreen. Two-sided originals take a second pass through the feeder. Best Buy owners rate it 4.6 and single out print quality for the price; scan quality is the weaker side.
imageCLASS MF249dw
The top of the MF240 series: a 50-sheet feeder that scans both sides in one pass, plus NFC tap-to-print. It is the only MF240 model that handles double-sided originals without a second pass.
Sources
Ratings were checked on November 7, 2026 and will change over time.
- Canon: MF249dw, MF247dw and MF236n machine specifications
- Consumer Reports: Canon imageCLASS MF244dw
- Consumer Reports: Canon imageCLASS MF229dw
- TechGearLab: Canon imageCLASS LBP151dw review
- Best Buy: MF212w owner ratings
- Best Buy: MF232w owner ratings
- Best Buy: MF236n owner ratings
- Best Buy: MF244dw owner ratings
- Best Buy: MF247dw owner ratings
- CDW-G: MF232w specifications
- Best Buy: Canon 137 toner (compatible printers)
- Castle Ink: Canon 137 toner (compatibility list)
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