Brother LC436 & LC436XL Ink Cartridges
Brother LC436 & LC436XL ink cartridges are used in Brother INKvestment printers including MFC-J4340DWXL, MFC-J4440DW, MFC-J4540DW, MFC-J4540DWXL, MFC-J5855DW, MFC-J5955DW, MFC-J6555DW, MFC-J6555DWXL, MFC-J6955DW, and MFC-J6957DW. This system uses four individual cartridges (black, cyan, magenta, yellow), so you only replace the colour that runs out. LC436 suits lighter use, while LC436XL is the higher-yield option designed to reduce replacement frequency. All products supplied by Ink Depot are covered by Australian Consumer Law.
Colour ink cartridges in this system tend to run out faster than many users expect, not due to a fault, but because these printers are commonly used for mixed home and small office printing. Documents with charts, schoolwork, and occasional photo prints place more demand on cyan and magenta than standard text-only use. In real-world conditions, households printing even a few colour-heavy pages each week will notice colour cartridges depleting sooner than expected. Choosing LC436XL colour cartridges, which deliver significantly higher page yield than standard versions, becomes the more practical option once you find yourself replacing colours more than once or twice per year.
Because each cartridge operates independently, you only replace the specific colour that has run out, rather than discarding unused ink from other cartridges. This helps reduce waste and keeps ongoing printing costs more predictable. Compatible ink cartridges sold at Ink Depot are covered by Australian Consumer Law, meaning you are entitled to remedies if a product is faulty or does not meet acceptable quality standards.
Singles, 4-pack, and 8-pack genuine LC436XL bundles are available, along with compatible 5-pack and 10-pack options for users who prefer a cost-effective alternative. Free delivery applies to metro orders over $99 (conditions apply), with small surcharges for rural and regional areas.
General FAQ
What is the difference in page yield between LC436 and LC436XL ink cartridges?
The standard LC436 black ink cartridge yields approximately 3,000 pages, while each standard colour cartridge, cyan, magenta, and yellow, yields approximately 1,500 pages. The high-yield LC436XL black cartridge delivers approximately 6,000 pages, and each LC436XL colour cartridge yields around 5,000 pages, making them the better choice for regular printing.
Which Brother printers use LC436 and LC436XL ink cartridges?
The LC436 and LC436XL ink cartridges are compatible with Brother INKvestment printers including MFC-J4340DWXL, MFC-J4440DW, MFC-J4540DW, MFC-J4540DWXL, MFC-J5855DW, MFC-J5955DW, MFC-J6555DW, MFC-J6555DWXL, MFC-J6955DW, and MFC-J6957DW.
Do I need to replace all four LC436 ink cartridges at the same time?
No. The LC436 system uses four separate cartridges, black, cyan, magenta, and yellow, which operate independently. You only replace the individual cartridge that has run out, so there is no need to discard unused ink from other colours.
