Brother LC432 Ink and Brother LC432XL Ink Cartridges
The Brother LC432 ink and Brother LC432XL ink cartridges are designed for high-volume inkjet printers, including the MFC-J5340DW, MFC-J5740DW, MFC-J6540DW, MFC-J6740DW and MFC-J6940DW series. Choose from standard-capacity, high-yield XL and cost-effective compatible options to suit your everyday printing needs. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Printers Compatible with Brother LC432 Ink and Brother LC432XL Ink Cartridges
Choose Between Brother LC432 & LC432XL Ink Cartridges
Replace the Complete Colour Set
If it's time to replace the whole set, the 4-Pack LC432 Genuine (from $151.22) covers every colour in one order and qualifies for free delivery.
Print More with XL Cartridges
If you print often, the 4-Pack LC432XL Genuine (from $226.09) gives the same colour coverage with more pages per cartridge and also qualifies for free delivery.
Replace Just One Colour
Running low on a single colour? A single Genuine LC432 Cyan cartridge (from $35.13) replaces just that one.
Save with Compatible Cartridges
Watching the budget? Compatible cartridges provide a lower-cost alternative to genuine ink, with options from $26.98 for a single LC432XL Cyan cartridge or 5-pack LC432XL for $161.95 (free delivery).
Stock Up for Frequent Printing
Printing at higher volumes? A larger pack means fewer reorders - the 10-Pack LC432XL Compatible (from $320.59) provides a lower-cost compatible alternative for frequent printing, while the 8-Pack LC432XL Genuine (from $447.56) is the equivalent option if you'd rather stick with official ink. Both packs qualify for free delivery.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for the Brother LC432 series are measured using ISO/IEC 24711 standards, calculated at 5% page coverage across standard A4 documents. High-yield LC432XL black cartridges deliver up to 3,000 pages, while standard LC432 colour cartridges provide 550 pages.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC432BK | Standard | Black | 550 | $0.097 |
| LC432C | Standard | Cyan | 550 | $0.064 |
| LC432M | Standard | Magenta | 550 | $0.064 |
| LC432Y | Standard | Yellow | 550 | $0.064 |
| LC432XLBK | High Yield | Black | 3,000 | $0.027 |
| LC432XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 1,500 | $0.035 |
| LC432XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 1,500 | $0.035 |
| LC432XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 1,500 | $0.035 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Third-party LC432XL cartridges offer identical ink volumes to OEM cartridges at a significantly lower cost per page. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our detailed guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges to evaluate print performance against cost savings before purchasing.
Stocking Strategy and Ordering Guidance
For high-volume text printing, selecting LC432XL high-yield black cartridges reduces per-page expenses from 9 cents down to 2.5 cents on genuine options, or 1.3 cents using compatibles. If colour document output shows uneven depletion, replace individual cyan, magenta, or yellow tanks as needed rather than full multi-packs. Compatible options carry a money-back guarantee if they fail to function correctly. Review our full returns policy for details. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. All items dispatch directly from local warehouses located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide for fast transit times. Order your Brother ink cartridges today.
Pro Tip
Never mix partially depleted standard LC432 cartridges with new LC432XL cartridges of the same colour; run individual colours until the printer prompts for replacement to ensure complete ink depletion without wasting residual fluid.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install high-yield LC432XL cartridges in a printer that came with standard LC432 ink?
Yes, LC432XL cartridges share identical physical outer dimensions with standard LC432 cartridges and fit into the exact same printer bays; they simply contain a larger internal reservoir with more usable ink.
Why does the LC432XL black cartridge print twice as many pages as the XL colour cartridges?
Office document print profiles rely far more heavily on black pigment ink for standard text, so Brother manufactures the LC432XL black cartridge with a 3,000-page capacity compared to the 1,500-page capacity of individual cyan, magenta, and yellow XL tanks.
Will my Brother MFC printer lock out third-party compatible LC432XL cartridges after a firmware update?
Compatible LC432XL cartridges come equipped with updated microchips designed to communicate directly with Brother firmware, but disabling automatic printer firmware updates in your printer settings prevents unexpected chip recognition errors.
