Brother MFC-250C MFC-255CW Ink Cartridges
Your Brother MFC-250C and MFC-255CW printers use the Brother LC38 ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for these printers since Mar 2009. Designed as compact all-in-one inkjet devices for home and student use, these units rely on individual colour cartridges to keep everyday printing efficient. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Replacing individual colours like LC38BK for black text or LC38C, LC38M, and LC38Y as needed prevents wasting unused ink.
Expected Output and Testing Standards
Page yields for LC38 cartridges are calculated using the ISO/IEC 24711 international testing standard with continuous A4 print runs. Actual page output varies depending on document coverage, font boldness, image print frequency, and periodic head cleaning cycles.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC38BK | Standard | Black | 300 | $0.14 |
| LC38C | Standard | Cyan | 260 | $0.094 |
| LC38M | Standard | Magenta | 260 | $0.094 |
| LC38Y | Standard | Yellow | 260 | $0.094 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Compatible LC38 Cartridges
Selecting compatible cartridges offers substantial savings for daily document printing. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Every compatible item is manufactured to match factory dimensions, ensuring seamless installation alongside genuine items. Learn more by reading our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide.
Ordering and Delivery Guidance
For high-volume text printing, selecting black LC38BK cartridges in multi-packs helps maintain lower per-page expenses. If you prefer low-cost options, our compatible cartridges include a complete money back guarantee if they do not perform as expected. Review our returns policy for full peace of mind. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We dispatch quickly from distribution warehouses located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide so your printer remains operational. Explore our full range of Brother ink cartridges today.
Consumable Pro Tip
Always purchase LC38 bundle value packs when replacing multiple colours at once, as bundling black with cyan, magenta, and yellow significantly reduces your overall cost per print compared to buying individual single units.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the Brother MFC-250C and MFC-255CW use the exact same ink cartridges?
Yes. Both the Brother MFC-250C and MFC-255CW share the same four-slot inkjet system and use LC38 series cartridges across black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. Cartridges purchased for one model fit the other identically.
What happens when one colour cartridge like LC38C runs empty?
Brother inkjet devices require all four LC38 cartridge slots (LC38BK, LC38C, LC38M, LC38Y) to contain usable ink to protect the printhead from drying out. If any single cartridge reads completely empty, the printer halts operations until that specific colour is replaced.
How do LC38 compatible cartridges compare to genuine Brother inks for regular printing?
Compatible LC38 cartridges are formulated to replicate the viscosity and quick-drying characteristics of genuine Brother inks. They produce sharp black text and clear graphics on plain paper at a fraction of the cost, backed by a money back guarantee.
Why does black ink (LC38BK) run out faster than cyan, magenta, and yellow?
Standard document printing relies almost exclusively on black ink for text characters. Additionally, black ink is used alongside colour cartridges during automated maintenance cycles, leading to higher depletion rates relative to colour inks.
