Xerox 497K18190 tray/feeder 2000 sheets

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At £958.56 ex-VAT for a “tray/feeder” module, this is only a sensible buy if you already run a Xerox setup that *definitely* takes this specific part and you need uptime more than you need thrift. For most offices, that kind of money is closer to “fix the printer properly” than “add a bit of capacity,” and the value only really shows up when you’re reducing admin time (fewer top-ups, fewer paper-related interruptions) and keeping jobs moving. If you’re printing consistently and staff are regularly wrestling with paper loading, then a 2,000-sheet feeder can be a genuine quality-of-life upgrade.

I’d be cautious if you’re unsure about compatibility, planning to replace the printer soon, or you only print occasionally—because at this price, you’ll likely pay back slowly (or not at all). Also, double-check that buying this rather than a service call/overhaul is the best route; sometimes a maintenance issue looks like “we need more paper capacity” but is really a feed problem. Who should buy? Teams with steady print volumes, a Xerox model it matches cleanly, and a clear need for longer unattended runs. Who shouldn’t? Small users, mixed/aging fleets, or anyone who might change printers in the next 12–18 months.