FIND THE RIGHT INK FOR YOUR BROTHER INTELLIFAX PRINTER

Brother IntelliFax & Other Ink Cartridges

Find ink for the Brother IntelliFax inkjet models and other listed inkjet printers below. The range includes monochrome and colour devices, so check both the full model number and the required ink colours before ordering. Laser fax machines use toner rather than LC ink cartridges.

Find ink for your exact Brother IntelliFax or other listed inkjet model.

IntelliFax Series

Brother IntelliFax-1360

Brother IntelliFax-1860C

Brother IntelliFax-1960C

Brother IntelliFax-2480C

Brother IntelliFax-2580C

Other Brother Models

Brother HL-JF1

Printer help & guides

Quick Guide: Brother IntelliFax & Other Inkjet Cartridges

Brother IntelliFax and other inkjet models have different printing and fax features. Use this checklist to select the exact ink. Laser fax machines use toner instead.

Verify Your Exact Model Number

Match every letter and number on the front of your machine (e.g., IntelliFax-1960C). Even slight variations can require different LC Series ink cartridges.

Select the Right Ink Yield & Colours

Standard Yield vs. High Yield (XL): High-yield cartridges offer more pages and can lower the cost per page. Choose only the standard or XL cartridge numbers listed for your exact printer; supported versions use the same cartridge slot.
Colour Sets: Most colour models use four separate cartridges: Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow.
Monochrome Models: Some older monochrome inkjet fax models use black ink only. Check the exact model.

Easy Cartridge Replacement Steps

Follow your model’s manual; the release mechanism can vary.

Turn your printer ON.
Open the front ink cartridge door.
Press the lock-release lever for the empty cartridge and remove it, as shown in your manual.
Insert the new cartridge into the matching colour-coded slot until it clicks into place.

Looking for your printer manual?

Download Brother IntelliFax-1960C User Guide156 pages · 5.2 MB · PDF ↓

Please confirm your model matches before downloading.

BEFORE YOU CHOOSE

Get to know your IntelliFax

INTELLIFAX SERIES

Fax and specialist inkjets

Brother fax machines include both inkjet and laser models. The models in this directory have linked ink listings. A monochrome inkjet fax and a colour inkjet fax may need different colour selections, even where a family name is shared.

Find your printer model number

Match every number and letter on your printer. For example, Brother IntelliFax-1960C. Similar model numbers can use different ink.

Types of Brother ink cartridges

Colour models generally use separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges. Standard and high-yield choices depend on the LC family. Some inkjet fax models are monochrome; check the exact model before choosing a colour set.

How to replace the cartridges

Open the ink cover and release only the indicated cartridge. Follow the colour labels and the exact model’s installation steps.

IntelliFax-1960CUser’s guide · English · 156 pages5.2 MB · Download PDF ↓For this example model. Check the model on your printer before using the guide.

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KNOW YOUR INK NUMBER?

Ink families used by Brother IntelliFax printersShop by Cartridge Number

These LC families appear in the linked model listings. Match the exact printer before ordering; each family fits only its supported models.

Brother LC51

Help with your Brother IntelliFax printer: ink & troubleshooting questions

Which ink does my Brother IntelliFax printer use?

Choose the complete model in the finder or directory. This page links 6 printer models and 1 LC ink families; the series name alone does not establish compatibility.
Your printer’s ink page lets you compare the listed original cartridges and available compatible multipacks. Check the cartridge number, colours and pack contents before ordering.

Do all Brother IntelliFax printers use the same cartridges?

No. Cartridge shape, chip, colour selection and LC family vary by model. A similar-looking cartridge is not proof of compatibility.
Use the exact printer listing and check the supported standard or high-yield cartridge number. Laser models use toner rather than the ink cartridges listed here.

How do I find my full printer model?

Check the front panel, model label or your printer documentation. Include letters and suffixes such as DW, DCP-J or MFC-J where they appear.
Type the model in the search bar above. The Go button opens the ink page when one model remains.

How do I replace a Brother ink cartridge?

Follow the manual for your exact model. Leave the printer on, open the ink cartridge cover, release the indicated cartridge and remove it carefully.
Unpack the matching replacement and remove only the protective parts specified by its instructions. Insert it into the matching colour slot until secure, close the cover and follow the printer’s prompts.
Official IntelliFax-1960C user’s guide (PDF) ↓

Can I use high-yield ink instead of standard ink?

Only where your exact printer supports that high-yield cartridge number. Compare the stated page yield and price on its product page.
High yield describes capacity per cartridge. A multipack describes the number of cartridges supplied; a black twin pack does not include colour cartridges.

What is the difference between original and compatible ink?

Original Brother cartridges are manufactured by Brother. Compatible cartridges are made by a third party and are listed separately.
Compare the product type, supported printer models, page yield and pack contents. Not every original cartridge has a compatible alternative listed.

Why does colour ink get used when I mostly print black text?

On colour inkjet models, cleaning and maintenance can use colour ink. Some print settings also use colour inks when producing greys or photographs.
Use the supported grayscale and paper settings described in your manual. Do not remove required colour cartridges or assume every model can continue with an empty colour supply.

How can I improve faded, streaky or missing colours?

Check ink levels, correct installation and the selected paper type. Run the printer’s built-in print-quality check.
If the check shows gaps, follow the model’s prescribed cleaning steps, then check again. Repeated cleaning consumes ink. Use alignment for misaligned lines rather than repeating cleaning indefinitely.

What should I do if a cartridge is not detected?

Read the exact message and confirm that the cartridge number and colour match the printer. Check required protective parts and reseat the cartridge as directed by the manual.
Follow the printer’s prompts when confirming a replacement. Do not apply an ink-counter reset from another model; contact us with the full model and error if the issue continues.

Which paper and quality settings should I use?

Match the driver’s paper type and size to the paper you loaded. Use Standard for ordinary documents and a supported photo-paper setting for photos.
Draft can reduce ink use for rough copies where available. Supported paper sizes, envelopes, photo papers and feed trays vary by model.

Where can I find safety sheets and ink page yields?

Original Brother product pages include a safety-sheet dropdown below the compatible-printer list. Open the PDF for the ink colour you need.
Product specifications list approximate page yields and the applicable Brother yield method. Actual yield varies with print coverage, settings, cleaning and printing frequency.

How should I store spare ink?

Keep unused cartridges sealed in their original packaging and follow the storage conditions printed on it. Avoid direct sunlight, excessive heat and freezing temperatures.
Open a replacement only when you need it. Avoid touching electrical contacts and ink outlets.

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