Brother LC3337, LC3339XL Ink Cartridges
Brother INKvestment printers operate on a high-capacity deployment where LC3337 standard and LC3339XL high-yield options significantly shift printing costs depending on your selection. Genuine and third-party compatible options exist across individual colours and multi-packs to match specific workload frequencies. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Printers Compatible with Brother LC3337 & LC3339 Ink Cartridges
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Brother determines these print yields under the ISO/IEC 24711 standard using continuous text and graphic documents. Real-world output drops if you frequently print full-bleed A3 schematics or perform heavy maintenance flush cycles.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC3337BK | Standard | Black | 3,000 | $0.015 |
| LC3337C | Standard | Cyan | 1,500 | $0.030 |
| LC3337M | Standard | Magenta | 1,500 | $0.030 |
| LC3337Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,500 | $0.030 |
| LC3339XLBK | High Yield | Black | 6,000 | $0.012 |
| LC3339XLC | High Yield | Light Cyan | 5,000 | $0.028 |
| LC3339XLM | High Yield | Light Magenta | 5,000 | $0.028 |
| LC3339XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 5,000 | $0.028 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
Opting for third-party alternatives cuts upfront consumable costs by more than half while maintaining physical compatibility with the internal carriage feed. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. You can read a complete architectural comparison on our genuine vs compatible cartridges blog post.
Sourcing replacements and delivery
For document-heavy administrative environments, upgrading to LC3339XL high-yield cartridges drops single-page operating costs to their lowest index. If your work relies heavily on multi-colour charts, bundle packs prevent sudden colour dropouts during print runs. All compatible options include a money-back guarantee, which is managed directly via our returns policy. We dispatch directly from regional distribution hubs in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide to accelerate transit times. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply). Browse our complete catalogue of Brother ink cartridges to match other workspace configurations.
Pro Tip
These INKvestment printers feature an internal sub-tank storage reservoir that allows you to print short jobs after the cartridge shows empty. Never leave an empty cartridge slot exposed during this buffer period, as air entering the line causes printhead starvation and severe banding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix a genuine Brother LC3339XLBK black cartridge with compatible LC3337 colour cartridges?
Yes, the printer firmware evaluates each cartridge slot independently via its individual microchip. Mixing genuine and compatible units across different colour slots will not trigger compatibility errors or disrupt operational ink level tracking.
Why does my LC3339XL black cartridge run out faster than expected when I print mostly mono documents?
Brother INKvestment printers utilise all four colours during standard cleaning cycles to prevent printhead nozzles from drying out. Furthermore, printing mono documents under standard or photo settings often mixes cyan, magenta, and yellow ink to create a richer black tone.
Is there a structural size difference between an LC3337 standard cartridge and an LC3339XL high-yield cartridge?
The external physical shell dimensions are identical, meaning both cartridge series fit into the exact same receiving slots inside the printer door. The high-yield LC3339XL variant simply contains a higher internal volume of ink.
