Sharp · Color Multifunction

Sharp BP-50M31 SKU 1

Floor-standing A3 mono MFP at 31 ppm — 10.1" touchscreen, 100-sheet RSPF at 80 ipm, color-capable scanner, 6,300-sheet max capacity, 11x17 output. Mid-tier of the BP-50 Essentials mono line.

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Print speed
31 ppm color
Paper capacity
6300 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Sharp BP-50M31
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp BP-50M31 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 run an office of 15-30 people printing 3,000-7,000 pages a month, mono only, with regular 11x17 needs.
  • You want the BP-50 Essentials chassis (10.1" touchscreen, 100-sheet RSPF, expandable to 6,300 sheets) without the color toner cost.
  • You scan two-sided originals daily — RSPF runs at 80 ipm with original size detection.
  • You need scan-to-cloud (OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Box, Dropbox, Google Drive) standard.
  • You want the option to add staple/punch finishing without changing the base chassis.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 7,000-10,000 pages a month — engine handles it, BP-50M36 will give better headroom.
  • You scan color forms even though you only print B/W — scanner is color/grayscale capable at 80 ipm.
  • You need fax, PostScript 3, Wi-Fi, OCR, or Compact PDF — all optional.
  • You want saddle-stitch booklets — needs the BP-FN14 or BP-FN16 finisher.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color print — get the BP-50C31. Same chassis, color toner system included.
  • You print over 10,000 pages a month — bump to the BP-50M36 or 50M45.
  • You need 240 ipm single-pass duplex scanning — RSPF reverses, max 80 ipm.
  • You need a base config with fax, PostScript, Wi-Fi standard — all option kits here.
  • You're under 2,000 pages a month — overbought; consider an A4 desktop mono MFP.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp BP-50M31 is the 31-ppm mono A3 model in the BP-50 Essentials family — same chassis as the BP-50M26/36/45 and the color BP-50C series, with a 10.1-inch tilting touchscreen, 100-sheet RSPF, and 11x17 ledger output. Print speed is 31 pages per minute mono at 1200 x 1200 dpi, first copy out 4.5 seconds from platen and 7.4 seconds from the RSPF. Standard paper capacity is 650 sheets (one 550-sheet drawer plus 100-sheet bypass), expandable to 6,300 sheets with split tandem drawers and the BP-LC10 large capacity cassette. The scanner is color/grayscale capable at 80 ipm even though the print engine is mono — useful when you're capturing color forms but only printing in B/W. The touchscreen handles direct print from Office files, scan-to-cloud (OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Box, Dropbox, Google Drive), and Synappx Go mobile workflows standard. Optional kits cover fax (BP-FX11), PostScript 3 (MX-PK13L), Wi-Fi (BP-EB10), OCR (MX-EB20L), and Compact PDF (MX-EB19L) — none are in the base price. The thing buyers regret: the option-kit math. Add up what you actually need before you compare to the BP-50C31 color price. Best fit: an office of 15-30 printing 3,000-7,000 pages a month, mono only.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 31 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 31 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 5.4 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 31 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Reversing Single Pass Feeder (RSPF)
Scan destinations Microsoft Teams
Paper
Paper capacity 6300 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 5000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
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
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Sharp
Model BP-50M31
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.

Buy outright
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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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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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 BP-50M31

The printer itself

Sharp BP-50M31 in original Sharp packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 24 x 26 x 33 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

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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4.0
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Based on 6 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 6 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Sharp machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "This printer is a workhorse. The 31 ppm speed keeps up with our busy office, and I love that I can swap toner without stopping production."
  • ★ "It does what it's supposed to do. The speed is acceptable, but I expected better print quality for the price point."
  • ★ "Reliable and quick. The 31 ppm is impressive, and hot-swapping supplies keeps our workflow moving smoothly most days."
  • ★ "This printer is a game-changer for our busy office. The 31 ppm speed keeps up with demand, and being able to swap toner mid-job saves us so much downtime."
  • ★ "Good speed and the non-stop operation is convenient, but maintenance feels like it could be simpler. It does what it's supposed to do though."
  • ★ "Impressive print speed and I love not having to pause for supplies. Copy quality is solid, though it took a minute to get all the settings right initially."

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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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FAQ

Sharp BP-50M31, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (706) 561-0075 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Sharp BP-50M31 ships with a starter toner cartridge (Sharp BP-NT700) that yields approximately 40,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is also BP-NT700, with the same high-yield capacity. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp BP-50M31 is a monochrome printer with a 31 ppm print speed, while the BP-70C31 is a color printer with the same speed in both black and color. The BP-70C31 also features a higher scan speed (280 ipm vs. 80 ipm), standard PostScript 3, and advanced security features like WPA3 wireless and TLS 1.3 encryption. For small offices needing color, the BP-70C31 is the better choice, but if color usage is minimal, the BP-50M31 offers lower toner costs.
Yes, the Sharp BP-50M31 is well-suited for small businesses with a monthly print volume of 3,000–7,000 pages. It offers a fast 31 ppm print speed, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, and expandable paper capacity up to 6,300 sheets. However, if your business requires color printing or higher volume, consider stepping up to a commercial option like the Sharp BP-70C31.
No, the Sharp BP-50M31 is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. If you need color printing, consider alternatives like the Sharp BP-50C31 or BP-70C31, which offer full-color capabilities.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (706) 561-0075. 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 BP-50M31 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Automated Business Machines 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 BP-50M31 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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