Brother MFC-L8690CDW Toner Cartridges
Shop toner cartridges for the Brother MFC-L8690CDW, which uses the Brother TN441 and Brother TN443 toner series. Designed for busy colour office workflows, this multifunction laser printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges for everyday documents, reports and presentations. High-yield Brother TN443 cartridges can reduce replacement frequency during heavier print runs, while keeping a spare black cartridge available can help minimise unexpected interruptions. Ink Depot has supplied consumables for this printer model since Sep 2017 and is rated 4.8 by customers on Google.
Page Output and Replacement Cycles
The Brother MFC-L8690CDW supports standard-yield Brother TN441 and high-yield Brother TN443 toner cartridges. Brother TN441 cartridges print up to 3,000 pages in black and 1,800 pages for each cyan, magenta and yellow cartridge. High-yield Brother TN443 cartridges print up to 4,500 pages in black and 4,000 pages for each colour. These yields are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798, although actual output varies depending on page coverage, print settings and document type.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN-441BK | Standard | Black | 3,000 | $0.057 |
| TN-441C | Standard | Cyan | 1,800 | $0.099 |
| TN-441M | Standard | Magenta | 1,800 | $0.099 |
| TN-441Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,800 | $0.099 |
| TN-443BK | High Yield | Black | 4,500 | $0.040 |
| TN-443C | High Yield | Cyan | 4,000 | $0.072 |
| TN-443M | High Yield | Magenta | 4,000 | $0.072 |
| TN-443Y | High Yield | Yellow | 4,000 | $0.072 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
High-Volume Ordering and Delivery Options
Brother TN441 cartridges are suitable for lighter office printing, while high-yield Brother TN443 cartridges reduce replacement frequency during larger document runs. Workplaces producing mainly invoices, reports and correspondence may benefit from keeping an additional black cartridge available. Businesses printing regular presentations, charts and marketing materials may prefer a complete colour set or multi-pack.
All compatible cartridges are covered by a money-back performance guarantee. If you order the wrong product, review the available options through our returns policy. Free delivery applies on orders over $99 (conditions apply), with products dispatched from distribution centres in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Browse our complete range of Brother toner cartridges for other Brother printer models.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Genuine Brother toner cartridges are manufactured specifically for the Brother MFC-L8690CDW, while premium compatible cartridges provide a more affordable option for everyday business printing. Using compatible cartridges does not automatically remove your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ink Depot compatible cartridges are covered by a money-back performance guarantee if they do not install, register or perform as expected. Read our genuine vs compatible cartridges guide to compare the available options.
Drum, Belt and Waste Toner Components
The Brother MFC-L8690CDW uses separate toner and maintenance components. The DR-441CL drum unit, BU-330CL belt unit and WT-320CL waste toner box operate independently from the toner cartridges and are replaced only when required. This means a maintenance-component warning may appear even when the black, cyan, magenta and yellow toner cartridges still contain toner.
Pro Tip
You can use supported Brother TN441 and Brother TN443 cartridge yields together in the same printer. For example, a high-yield Brother TN443 black cartridge can be installed while standard-yield Brother TN441 colour cartridges remain in use. Follow the printer display and Brother replacement instructions when changing any toner or maintenance component.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my printer display a low-toner warning when print quality still looks clear?
The printer monitors toner usage and provides an early warning so replacement supplies can be ordered before the cartridge reaches its replacement point. Actual toner consumption varies according to page coverage, print density and document type. Continue following the printer status messages and replace the indicated cartridge when the printer requests it.
Do I need to replace the DR-441CL drum whenever I install a Brother TN443 cartridge?
No. The DR-441CL drum unit and Brother TN441 or Brother TN443 toner cartridges are separate consumables with independent replacement cycles. You will normally replace several toner cartridges before the printer indicates that the drum unit requires attention.
Can genuine and compatible toner cartridges be installed at the same time?
The Brother MFC-L8690CDW monitors each colour position separately, so individual cartridges can be replaced as they run out. This allows a supported compatible cartridge to be installed in one position while genuine cartridges remain in other positions. Print appearance can vary slightly between cartridge manufacturers, so businesses requiring closely matched colours may prefer to use one cartridge type across the complete colour set.
