Brother MFC-J6957DW Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Brother MFC-J6957DW, which uses the Brother LC436 and LC436XL ink cartridge series. Designed as a high-speed A3 business inkjet workhorse, the MFC-J6957DW handles demanding document print runs across commercial environments. Ink Depot has supplied trusted consumables for this printer since Oct 2022. Switching from standard LC436 cartridges to LC436XL high-yield options significantly lowers cost per page during heavy printing. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected page yield and replacement efficiency
The Brother LC436 standard cartridges deliver up to 3,000 black and 1,500 colour pages, whereas high-yield LC436XL cartridges print up to 6,000 black and 5,000 colour pages. Page yields are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711 testing standards for A4 inkjet printing.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC436BK | Standard | Black | 3,000 | $0.017 |
| LC436C | Standard | Cyan | 1,500 | $0.035 |
| LC436M | Standard | Magenta | 1,500 | $0.035 |
| LC436Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,500 | $0.035 |
| LC436XLBK | High Yield | Black | 6,000 | $0.016 |
| LC436XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 5,000 | $0.029 |
| LC436XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 5,000 | $0.029 |
| LC436XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 5,000 | $0.029 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing compatible ink options
For high-volume office environments looking to reduce printing overheads, compatible LC436XL ink cartridges deliver dependable print clarity at a fraction of the price. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges to decide which option suits your office requirements.
Managing stock and delivery options
If your office prints mostly text documents, choosing high-yield LC436XLBK cartridges offers the lowest running costs. For offices producing full-colour presentation handouts, LC436XL colour cartridges ensure smooth print workflow without frequent cartridge swaps. Compatible inks are fully backed by our money-back guarantee. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our national warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Browse our complete selection of Brother ink cartridges or review our returns policy for details.
Pro tip for high-yield LC436XL users
When replacing colour cartridges in the MFC-J6957DW, install all three colour cartridges (LC436XLC, LC436XLM, LC436XLY) together in high-yield capacity to prevent uneven ink depletion during large A3 colour print jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix standard LC436 and high-yield LC436XL cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, the Brother MFC-J6957DW accepts any combination of standard LC436 and high-yield LC436XL cartridges. You can run an LC436XLBK black cartridge alongside standard LC436 colour cartridges without issue.
How do LC436XL cartridges achieve higher page yields without being physically larger?
LC436XL cartridges share the exact physical outer dimensions and slot fitment as standard LC436 cartridges, but contain a larger internal ink reservoir with higher ink volume.
Why is high-yield ink particularly advantageous for A3 printing on the MFC-J6957DW?
A3 pages use approximately double the surface area of A4 prints, depleting ink faster per print. LC436XL cartridges provide 5,000 colour pages based on standard A4 coverage, preventing premature ink exhaustion during heavy A3 printing runs.
