Brother LC3311 & Brother LC3313 Ink Cartridges
Brother LC3311 and LC3313 ink cartridges provide reliable page output for the Brother MFC-J491DW and MFC-J890DW printers. Standard LC3311 cartridges suit light printing, while high-yield LC3313 options deliver up to 400 pages per colour to reduce replacement frequency. Compatible cartridges offer significant cost savings for daily home office tasks. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Printers Compatible with Brother LC3311 & Brother LC3313 Ink Cartridges
Compare Brother LC3313 Ink Cartridges
Save with Compatible Cartridges
If budget is the priority, compatible cartridges are a lower-cost alternative to genuine ink, with a single LC3313 Cyan cartridge from $5.27 or a 5-pack LC3313 for $26.76.
Buying for an Office or Busy Printer
Printing a lot? A larger pack means fewer reorders. The 10-Pack LC3313 Compatible (from $52.96) is the lower-cost way to stock up.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Brother LC3313 high-yield cartridges are rated at 400 pages for black and colour under ISO/IEC 24711 testing standards. Standard LC3311 cartridges yield approximately 200 pages. Actual page counts depend on document text coverage, graphics frequency, and automatic cleaning routines.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC3313BK | High Yield | Black | 400 | $0.015 |
| LC3313C | High Yield | Cyan | 400 | $0.013 |
| LC3313M | High Yield | Magenta | 400 | $0.013 |
| LC3313Y | High Yield | Yellow | 400 | $0.013 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Compatible cartridges.
What to know about compatible LC3311 and LC3313 cartridges
Using premium compatible LC3311 and LC3313 cartridges lets you maintain print volume at a lower operating expense without risk. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our detailed guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges to understand how third-party consumables match OEM specifications.
Choosing the right cartridge setup
If you print predominantly text documents, purchasing high-yield LC3313 black cartridges reduces per-page expenses. For balanced colour printing, multi-cartridge bundles avoid uneven depletion. All compatible options are covered by our money-back guarantee under our returns policy. Stock is dispatched quickly from our warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Explore our full range of Brother ink cartridges for long-term supply solutions.
Pro Tip
Brother inkjet printers run automated printhead maintenance routines while in sleep mode. Leaving your printer switched on at the power outlet prevents forced, heavy cleaning cycles upon start-up, preserving your ink supply for actual document printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix standard LC3311 and high-yield LC3313 cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, LC3311 and LC3313 cartridges share identical external physical dimensions and printhead docking slots, allowing you to use high-yield black alongside standard yield colours.
Why does my Brother printer show low ink on colour cartridges when I only print black text?
Brother printers use a small quantity of colour ink during routine printhead maintenance cycles to prevent nozzle clogging, even if you select black and white mode.
Will high-yield LC3313 cartridges dry out if I only print occasionally?
Ink cartridges remain sealed in liquid form within the internal cartridge reservoir; as long as the printer stays plugged in to run automated maintenance, the ink will not dry out before reaching its page capacity.
Is LC3313 BK the same as LC3313BK?
Yes, LC3313 BK and LC3313BK refer to the same Brother high-yield black cartridge; the space is simply a formatting variation used across different retail listings.
