Brother MFC-L3755CDW Toner Cartridges
The Brother MFC-L3755CDW uses the Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL toner series, available in genuine and compatible options. Ink Depot has supplied consumables for this printer model since Jan 2024 and is rated 4.8 by customers on Google. Designed for small offices and home workspaces, this colour multifunction laser printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges for documents, reports and presentation materials. High-yield Brother TN258XL cartridges can reduce replacement frequency during larger print runs, while each colour can be replaced individually as required.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
The Brother MFC-L3755CDW 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.
Managing the Drum, Belt and Waste Toner Components
The Brother MFC-L3755CDW 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. Replacing a Brother TN258 or Brother TN258XL cartridge does not replace or renew these maintenance components.
Experience Tip: Repeated spots, vertical lines or background shading can be associated with the toner cartridge, drum unit or corona wire. Follow the printer maintenance instructions to clean and inspect the relevant components before ordering a replacement.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Toners
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.
Ordering and Delivery Options
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 Brother TN258XL 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 workplace printing requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a Brother TN258XL black cartridge with Brother TN258 colour cartridges?
Yes. The Brother MFC-L3755CDW supports both Brother TN258 and Brother TN258XL toner cartridges, and different supported yield levels can be installed at the same time. You can therefore use a high-yield Brother TN258XL black cartridge while standard-yield Brother TN258 colour cartridges remain installed.
When should I replace the DR258CL drum instead of the toner cartridge?
The toner cartridges and DR258CL drum unit are separate consumables with independent replacement cycles. A toner warning refers to an individual black, cyan, magenta or yellow cartridge, while a drum warning refers to the DR258CL drum unit. Follow the component identified on the printer display rather than replacing both at the same time.
Why are colour toner levels changing when I mostly print black documents?
Colour toner may still be used during printer calibration and maintenance processes. Documents that appear black may also be processed using composite colour unless monochrome or black-and-white printing is selected in the printer settings. Actual colour usage therefore depends on the document and selected print mode.
