Brother DCP-560CN Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Brother DCP-560CN, which uses the Brother LC57 ink cartridges series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Jan 2007. The Brother DCP-560CN is a compact colour inkjet multi-function printer designed for daily document printing and scanning. Replacing individual LC57BK black or LC57C cyan, LC57M magenta, and LC57Y yellow cartridges as needed keeps cost per print low. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Standard LC57 ink cartridges deliver up to 500 pages for black and 450 pages for colour, based on standard ISO/IEC 24711 page coverage testing. Document density affects real-world ink consumption across cyan, magenta, and yellow tanks.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC57BK | Standard | Black | 500 | $0.12 |
| LC57C | Standard | Cyan | 400 | $0.052 |
| LC57M | Standard | Magenta | 400 | $0.086 |
| LC57Y | Standard | Yellow | 400 | $0.052 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
Selecting compatible cartridges offers substantial savings for everyday home office tasks. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our genuine vs compatible cartridges guide to decide which option suits your printing routine best.
Best way to stock these cartridges
If you print mainly text documents, purchasing compatible LC57BK black cartridges offers clear budget benefits. For colour graphics, balanced multi-packs prevent unexpected depletion. All compatible options include a money-back guarantee if they fail to perform. Review our returns policy for full coverage details. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We ship from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Explore our full range of Brother ink cartridges today.
Pro Tip
Buying LC57 value bundles or multi-packs reduces individual ink costs while ensuring you always have spare cyan, magenta, or yellow tanks ready when print levels drop unexpectedly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace individual LC57 colour cartridges independently when one runs out?
Yes, the Brother DCP-560CN uses a four-cartridge individual tank system, allowing you to replace only the empty LC57C, LC57M, or LC57Y ink cartridge without disturbing the remaining colours.
Why does black ink deplete faster even when printing coloured documents?
Inkjet printers often mix small amounts of LC57BK black ink into colour print jobs to darken shadow tones and enrich overall text sharpness, resulting in steady black ink usage even during colour document runs.
Are compatible LC57 cartridges fully interchangeable with genuine Brother cartridges?
Compatible LC57 cartridges match the physical dimensions and chip communication of original cartridges, meaning you can mix compatible and genuine tanks in the same printer without installation errors.
