Brother DCP-L3520CDW Toner Cartridges
Shop toner cartridges for the Brother DCP-L3520CDW, which uses the Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL toner series. Designed for small offices and everyday colour printing, this multifunction LED printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges for documents, reports and presentations. High-yield Brother TN258XL cartridges can reduce replacement frequency during larger print runs, while keeping a spare black cartridge available can help minimise unexpected interruptions. Ink Depot has supplied consumables for this printer model since Jan 2024 and is rated 4.8 by customers on Google.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
The Brother DCP-L3520CDW supports standard-yield Brother TN258 and high-yield Brother TN258XL toner cartridges. Standard Brother TN258 black, cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges each print up to 1,000 pages. High-yield Brother TN258XL black cartridges print up to 3,000 pages, while Brother TN258XL cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges each print up to 2,300 pages. These yields are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798, although actual output varies depending on page coverage, print settings and document complexity.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN258BK | Standard | Black | 1,000 | $0.14 |
| TN258C | Standard | Cyan | 1,000 | $0.16 |
| TN258M | Standard | Magenta | 1,000 | $0.16 |
| TN258Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,000 | $0.16 |
| TN258XLBK | High Yield | Black | 3,000 | $0.061 |
| TN258XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 2,300 | $0.084 |
| TN258XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 2,300 | $0.084 |
| TN258XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 2,300 | $0.084 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Genuine Brother toner cartridges are manufactured specifically for supported Brother printers, while premium compatible cartridges provide a more affordable option for everyday office 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 comparison guide to compare the available options.
Drum, Belt and Waste Toner Components
The Brother DCP-L3520CDW uses separate toner and maintenance components. The DR258CL drum unit, BU229CL belt unit and WT229CL waste toner box operate independently from the toner cartridges and are replaced only when required. The printer monitors these components separately and displays a message when one reaches its replacement point.
Experience Tip: When replacing the DR258CL drum unit, follow the Brother installation instructions and reset the drum counter only after the new drum has been installed.
Selecting the Right Cartridge Setup
Brother TN258 cartridges are suitable for lighter or occasional printing, while high-yield Brother TN258XL cartridges reduce replacement frequency during larger office workloads. 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.
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, 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.
Pro Tip
Replace the WT229CL waste toner box when the printer displays the relevant replacement message. Continuing to use a waste toner box after it reaches capacity may affect print quality or prevent the printer from continuing until the component is replaced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a compatible Brother TN258XL cartridge with genuine Brother TN258 cartridges?
The Brother DCP-L3520CDW monitors each black, cyan, magenta and yellow position separately, allowing individual cartridges to be replaced as required. A supported compatible cartridge can therefore be installed in one position while genuine cartridges remain in the other positions. Print appearance may vary slightly between cartridge manufacturers, so workplaces requiring closely matched colour output may prefer to use one cartridge type across the complete colour set.
Why does my printer display Replace Drum after I install new toner cartridges?
The Brother TN258 toner cartridges and DR258CL drum unit are separate consumables with independent replacement cycles. Replacing a toner cartridge does not replace or reset the drum unit. Follow the printer message and Brother instructions when the DR258CL drum reaches its replacement point.
Will Brother TN258XL cartridges reduce the printer speed?
No. Choosing a supported high-yield Brother TN258XL cartridge does not change the rated print speed of the Brother DCP-L3520CDW. The higher yield increases the number of pages available before cartridge replacement, while print speed continues to depend on the printer, document type and selected print settings.
