Brother DCP-L3560CDW Toner Cartridges
Your Brother DCP-L3560CDW uses the TN258 / TN258XL toner series, a four-colour laser system designed for high-performance small office environments. Unlike home inkjets, this printer separates the toner from the drum unit, allowing you to replace only the powder when it runs out. Most users find that their colour toner depletion is staggered, but the black cartridge almost always requires more frequent replacement due to text-heavy documentation. Using the high-yield XL versions is the most effective way to manage these lopsided usage patterns while maintaining workflow continuity.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
How long your toner lasts depends heavily on the density of your documents. Brother calculates the page yield for TN258 and TN258XL series toner cartridges based on the ISO/IEC 19798 standard, which assumes approximately 5% coverage per colour. For a small office, the standard TN258 cartridges are often used for light duties, while the TN258XL high-yield options are better suited for those printing reports or marketing materials where coverage might exceed the 5% industry average.
| 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). All calculations use Genuine cartridge prices.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
We provide both genuine Brother supplies and cost-effective compatible alternatives for this printer. Our compatible TN258XL cartridges offer a significant reduction in running costs without compromising on the crispness of your text or graphics. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. You can read more about your rights in our genuine vs compatible guide. All compatible toners we supply also come with a money back guarantee.
Maintenance and other consumables
The DCP-L3560CDW is a sophisticated laser printer that requires more than just toner to stay operational. It uses a DR258CL drum unit, a BU229CL transfer belt, and a WT229CL waste toner bottle. These parts have much longer lifecycles than toner—the waste toner bottle and belt are typically rated for 50,000 pages—but they are critical for preventing streaks and internal buildup.
Experience Tip: When you replace the DR258CL drum unit, you must manually reset the drum counter through the printer's LCD menu, or the "Replace Drum" warning will persist even with a new unit installed.
Best way to stock these cartridges
For the best value, most of our customers opt for TN258XL bundle packs. These provide the lowest cost per page and ensure you have all colours on hand when one inevitably runs low. If your work is primarily text-based, stocking an extra high-yield black toner alongside a colour bundle is the smartest strategy.
Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply). To ensure you get your supplies quickly, we ship from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. For further peace of mind, please view our returns policy. You can also browse our full range of Brother toner cartridges for other models.
Pro Tip
Always keep a spare WT229CL waste toner bottle in the cupboard. While it lasts a long time, the printer will completely stop once it is full to prevent internal damage, and it is not a part typically found in local retail stores.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix a genuine Brother TN258XL black toner with compatible TN258 colour toners?
Yes, the printer is designed to treat each slot independently. You can use a mix of genuine and compatible cartridges across the four slots without causing any electronic conflicts or print quality errors.
Why does my printer say "Toner Low" when I can still see some toner inside the cartridge?
Brother printers use an optical sensor or a gear-based reset system to determine toner life. The "Toner Low" message is a proactive warning based on the ISO yield calculation. You can usually continue printing until the "Replace Toner" message appears, which is when the print density will actually start to fade.
How many DR258CL drum units does the DCP-L3560CDW require?
The printer requires four individual drum units (one for each colour). However, these are often sold as a pack or can be replaced individually depending on which specific colour is showing a "Drum End" warning.
