Brother Fax-837MCS Ribbons
Shop ribbons for your Brother Fax-837MCS, which uses the Brother PC-401 / PC-402RF / PC-404RF / PC-501 ribbon series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Aug 2026. The Brother Fax-837MCS is a plain paper thermal transfer fax printer designed for steady document receiving. Reusing the cartridge frame from a PC-501 unit with PC-404RF refill rolls keeps operational spend low. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Expected Output and Replacement Cycles
Thermal ribbon yield depends on page coverage rather than liquid ink saturation. The standard PC-501 cartridge provides up to 150 pages under ISO/IEC standard testing guidelines for plain paper fax devices.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC-501 | Standard | Black | 150 | $0.27 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing the Right Ribbon Option
If you receive high volumes of text documents, opting for the PC-404RF multi-pack refill rolls offers better value per sheet than replacing the whole casing each time. We dispatch promptly from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. All purchases are backed by our returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Browse our full range of Brother ribbons for all your printing needs.
Ribbon Buying Advice
Retain the plastic casing from your initial PC-501 cartridge; replacing only the inner ribbon rolls using PC-404RF refill sets avoids paying for redundant plastic frame parts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PC-501 and PC-404RF?
PC-501 includes both the thermal ribbon roll and the plastic cartridge frame, while PC-404RF contains four replacement ribbon rolls designed to fit your existing PC-501 frame.
How many pages does a single thermal fax ribbon roll print?
A single PC-501 ribbon or individual roll from a PC-404RF pack yields approximately 150 pages based on standard 5% coverage text documents.
Do thermal transfer fax ribbons dry out over time?
No, thermal transfer ribbons feature a dry ink film layer on a film carrier rather than liquid ink, ensuring they will not dry out or harden during periods of low activity.
