Brother DCP-L3560CDW Toner Cartridges
The Brother DCP-L3560CDW uses the Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL toner series, available in genuine and compatible options. Designed for busy small offices, this colour multifunction LED printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges for everyday documents, reports and presentations. High-yield Brother TN258XL 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 Jan 2024 and is rated 4.8 by customers on Google.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
The Brother DCP-L3560CDW 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 | $0.15 |
| TN258C | Standard | Cyan | 1,000 | $0.17 |
| TN258M | Standard | Magenta | 1,000 | $0.17 |
| TN258Y | Standard | Yellow | 1,000 | $0.17 |
| TN258XLBK | High Yield | Black | 3,000 | $0.065 |
| TN258XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 2,300 | $0.090 |
| TN258XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 2,300 | $0.090 |
| TN258XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 2,300 | $0.090 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Cartridges
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 cartridges guide to compare the available options.
Drum, Belt and Waste Toner Components
The Brother DCP-L3560CDW 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. This means a drum, belt or waste toner warning may appear even when the black, cyan, magenta and yellow toner cartridges still contain toner.
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.
Best Way to Stock These Cartridges
Brother TN258 cartridges are suitable for lighter or occasional printing, while high-yield Brother TN258XL cartridges reduce replacement frequency during busier 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
You can use supported Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL cartridge yields together in the same printer. For example, a high-yield Brother TN258XL black cartridge can be installed while standard-yield Brother TN258 cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges remain in use. This allows each cartridge capacity to be selected according to your office printing requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Brother DCP-L3560CDW show low toner after installing a cartridge?
Confirm that the correct Brother TN258 or Brother TN258XL cartridge has been installed in the appropriate colour position and that all protective packaging has been removed. Remove and reinstall the cartridge according to the Brother replacement instructions. If the warning remains, contact Ink Depot for assistance.
Do I need to replace the DR258CL drum whenever I change a toner cartridge?
No. The DR258CL drum unit and Brother TN258 or Brother TN258XL 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 replacement.
Can I use Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL cartridges together?
Yes. The Brother DCP-L3560CDW supports both Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL cartridges, and different supported yields can be installed at the same time. For example, you can use a high-yield Brother TN258XL black cartridge with standard-yield Brother TN258 colour cartridges.
