Ricoh Drum Unit P 501 (418094) Photoconductor (OEM)

Original Ricoh photoconductor (Drum Unit) for the P 501 family. OEM part number 418094 (other references: 419095, D0A42021). Designed for Ricoh P 501 / P 501 TL and certain IM-series machines (e.g., IM 430Fb). Manufacturer yield (OEM): approx. 40,000 pages under standard coverage.

• Manufacturer: Ricoh.
• OEM part numbers: 418094 (419095 etc.).
• Compatibility: P 501, P 501 TL, IM 430Fb (vendor lists may include additional compatible models).
• GTIN / EAN: 4961311964961 (listed in product catalogs & reseller pages).

Note: Some third‑party or remanufactured items are advertised with higher yields (for example, offers quoting 70,000 pages). These are not the OEM Ricoh specification — check the seller description carefully if you need the Ricoh-rated unit.

Specifications

• Product: Drum Unit (Photoconductor) P 501
• OEM Part No.: 418094 (refs: 419095, D0A42021).
• Manufacturer: Ricoh.
• EAN / GTIN: 4961311964961
• Yield (OEM): approx. 40,000 pages (standard coverage).
• Compatible models (commonly listed): Ricoh P 501, P 501 TL, IM 430Fb (consult vendor for full list).
• Package contents: 1 x Drum Unit (418094)

Product review

The Ricoh Drum Unit P 501 (418094) is the OEM photoconductor designed to maintain consistent image quality in the P 501 and related Ricoh models. Installing the genuine Ricoh unit generally restores print density and image uniformity when the old drum is worn.

• Pros: OEM reliability, predictable OEM life (~40,000 pages), direct compatibility with Ricoh service parts lists.
• Cons: OEM part cost is typically higher than remanufactured/compatible options; some compatible units advertise different yields.

Recommendation: Use the genuine 418094 if you require guaranteed OEM performance and compatibility with Ricoh maintenance/firmware.