Brother DCP-L3560CDW Toner Cartridges
Your Brother DCP-L3560CDW uses the TN258 and TN258XL toner cartridge series, supported by a separate drum unit, waste toner box, and transfer belt system. We have supplied consumables for this printer since Jan 2024. High-volume document printing quickly depletes the standard black cartridge, making high-yield options the natural choice for active office workflows. Our 4.8 Google rating is built on dependable cartridge performance and uncompromising product quality.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Standard TN258 toner cartridges provide up to 1,000 pages per colour, while high-yield TN258XL cartridges deliver up to 3,000 pages for black and 2,300 pages for colour cartridges. Page yields are declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798 testing standards for colour laser printing.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN258BK | Standard | Black | 1,000 | $0.14 |
| TN258C | Standard | Cyan | 1,000 | $0.16 |
| TN258M | Standard | Magenta | 1,000 | $0.16 |
| TN258Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,000 | $0.16 |
| TN258XLBK | High Yield | Black | 3,000 | $0.061 |
| TN258XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 2,300 | $0.084 |
| TN258XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 2,300 | $0.084 |
| TN258XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 2,300 | $0.084 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Cartridges
Compatible TN258XL toner cartridges offer a cost-effective alternative for routine business documents without compromising print clarity. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our detailed guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges to evaluate which option fits your printing budget.
Maintaining Drum Units and Secondary Consumables
The DR258CL drum unit operates independently of the toner cartridges, requiring replacement after several toner changes rather than with every fresh cartridge. Experience Tip: After inserting a new DR258CL drum unit, manually reset the drum counter through the printer display panel so the printer accurately monitors drum wear.
Best Way to Stock These Cartridges
For high-volume text printing, selecting TN258XL black toner keeps printing costs down and reduces downtime between replacements. If you run into any performance issues, every product is protected under our straightforward returns policy. Compatible cartridges also come with a complete money-back guarantee. Standard dispatch covers nationwide locations, with free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply) shipped from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our full range of Brother toner cartridges to stock your office setup.
Pro Tip
Always replace individual toner cartridges when prompted rather than replacing the drum unit prematurely; the DR258CL drum unit lasts through multiple toner cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Brother DCP-L3560CDW show low toner soon after replacing a cartridge?
The printer relies on internal optical sensors and page cycle counters to track remaining toner. Installing a cartridge while the printer is powered off or failing to let the internal memory reset properly can cause false low-toner warnings. Always replace cartridges with the printer switched on.
Do I need to replace the DR258CL drum unit every time I change a TN258 toner cartridge?
No, the toner cartridge and drum unit are completely separate components in this printer system. A single DR258CL drum unit typically outlasts several standard TN258 or high-yield TN258XL toner cartridge changes.
Can I mix standard TN258 and high-yield TN258XL cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, standard TN258 and high-yield TN258XL cartridges share identical physical slot dimensions. You can freely install a high-yield TN258XL black cartridge alongside standard yield TN258 colour cartridges without issue.
