Brother Fax-2480C Ink Cartridges
Your Brother Fax-2480C uses the LC57 ink cartridge series. A compact colour inkjet fax printer designed for everyday office communication, Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this model since Jan 2004. Routine incoming faxes and document printing deplete LC57BK black ink faster, while LC57C, LC57M, and LC57Y colour cartridges maintain steady output. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for LC57 ink cartridges are measured using standard ISO/IEC 24711 testing procedures on continuous document runs. Real-world output varies based on print density, fax log frequency, and page coverage, with black ink requiring more frequent turnover during routine administrative tasks.
| 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.
Reliable Third-Party Cartridge Options
Choosing compatible LC57 cartridges offers substantial savings for routine office output without sacrificing clarity. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. All third-party alternatives supplied by Ink Depot meet strict manufacturing guidelines and are covered by a full money-back guarantee. Read our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide to evaluate which choice best suits your daily printing volume.
Stocking Strategy & Delivery Information
If you print mainly text documents and incoming faxes, ordering LC57BK in multipacks or choosing compatible versions provides the most economical option. If you print colour documents, replacing individual LC57C, LC57M, or LC57Y tanks as they deplete prevents unnecessary ink waste. Compatible items come backed by a complete money-back guarantee, supported by our simple returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our Australian warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth. Explore our full range of Brother ink cartridges for dependable everyday printing.
Cartridge Buying Advice
Buying LC57 cartridges in full four-colour bundle sets reduces order frequency and guarantees you always have individual colour replacements ready before an empty tank halts incoming fax printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Brother Fax-2480C print incoming faxes if one colour cartridge is completely empty?
No, the Fax-2480C requires active ink levels across all LC57 cartridges (black, cyan, magenta, and yellow) to operate. If a single colour cartridge runs completely dry, fax reception and printing will pause until that cartridge is replaced.
How do individual LC57 colour cartridges manage ink depletion during mono fax printing?
Even when receiving black-and-white faxes, small amounts of colour ink are used during automatic printhead maintenance routines to prevent nozzle clogging, which is why colour levels slowly decrease over time.
Do LC57 cartridges have an expiration period once installed in the printer?
For optimal print quality on the Fax-2480C, installed LC57 cartridges should ideally be used within six months of installation to prevent ink drying within the printhead nozzles.
