Brother Black Ink Cartridge LC3013BK — High-Yield 400-Page Single Pack, Crisp Business Text

This genuine Brother cartridge is engineered to match the ink formulation and performance of your Brother printer, producing consistent black text and graphics page after page. The LC3013BK is a single-pack, high-yield option that balances cost-per-page with dependable output, and it’s intended for use in select Brother Work Smart Series compact all‑in‑one models.

How will this cartridge affect everyday printing quality?

The LC3013BK provides sharp, legible black text and solid monochrome graphics suitable for reports, letters, and everyday documents. Because it’s an original Brother part, color consistency and nozzle performance are optimized to reduce streaking and fading when used normally.

• Formulated to match Brother printer printheads for even ink flow
• Delivers crisp black text suitable for business documents
• High-yield capacity reduces the frequency of replacements
• Designed to help avoid common third-party cartridge issues

How many pages can I expect from a full LC3013BK cartridge?

The LC3013BK is rated for approximately 400 pages based on the ISO/IEC 24711 standard, a widely used industry method for measuring page yield. Actual page output will vary with document coverage, printer settings, and types of documents printed.

• Approximate yield: up to 400 pages (ISO/IEC 24711)
• Higher coverage (graphics or photos) reduces yield
• Draft or eco print modes extend page count
• Regular printer maintenance helps maintain expected yield

Which printers are compatible with this Brother cartridge?

This cartridge is intended for specific Brother Work Smart Series compact inkjet all‑in‑one printers. Installing the correct genuine cartridge ensures the printer recognizes ink levels and operates with manufacturer‑recommended reliability.

• Compatible with Brother MFC‑J491DW
• Compatible with Brother MFC‑J497DW
• Compatible with Brother MFC‑J690DW
• Compatible with Brother MFC‑J895DW

How do I handle used cartridges responsibly?

Brother provides an environmental take‑back program and recycling options for genuine cartridges to help minimize waste. Check Brother’s official support site for instructions and available mail‑back or local recycling services.

• Manufacturer recycling program available — visit Brother’s website
• Follow local guidelines for electronic waste where applicable
• Returning genuine cartridges closes the materials loop
• Recycling helps reduce landfill and conserves resources

Who is this product for? The Brother LC3013BK high-yield black cartridge is a practical choice for home offices, small businesses, and anyone using one of the listed Brother Work Smart Series all‑in‑one printers who wants reliable, consistent black printing with fewer cartridge changes. It’s suited to users who value original manufacturer parts to maintain printer performance and those looking to combine reasonable per-page cost with predictable output. For best results, pair the cartridge with recommended Brother printers and follow routine printer maintenance.