What toner and drum does the Brother HL-L8260CDW need, and 5 compatible models

Looking for toner for your Brother HL-L8260CDW or any other colour laser in the L8000/L9000 series? The consumables these machines fit are the Brother TN423/TN433 colour toner and the DR-421CL drum. Our compatible toner yields 6,500 pages with the same quality as the original, and the compatible drum withstands 50,000 pages. All for a fraction of what the brand costs.

Is it compatible with your printer?

The TN423/TN433 toner and the DR-421CL drum are the standard consumables of Brother's whole A4 colour laser range in the 8000 series. If your machine is one of these, you've found your replacements:

• Brother DCP-L8410CDW
• Brother HL-L8260CDW
• Brother HL-L8360CDW
• Brother HL-L9310CDW
• Brother MFC-L8690CDW
• Brother MFC-L8900CDW

The letters tell you what each machine does: HL is printer only, DCP adds copier and scanner (no fax) and MFC is a complete all-in-one with fax. The final CDW letters are common to all models: C for colour, D for automatic duplex (it prints double-sided on its own) and W for wifi. Whatever changes between one model and another (speed, screen or paper capacity), the toner and drum are exactly the same. Not sure which one you have? Check your machine in the printer finder.

The consumable you need and what it yields

This Brother system separates the toner (the coloured powder that is used up with each print) from the drum (the imaging unit that transfers that toner to the paper). They're two different parts and are replaced at different times, so it's worth being clear on both references.

The compatible TN423/TN433 colour toner yields 6,500 pages measured to the ISO/IEC 19798 standard, the international yield standard for colour toner. It's the high-capacity reference, designed so you change the cartridge fewer times and lower the cost per page.

The compatible DR-421CL drum has a much longer life: about 50,000 pages. In other words, a single drum accompanies you through several sets of toner before needing replacement; the printer itself warns you when it's time to replace it. If you're still unsure what makes one part different from the other, we explain it in depth in our guide toner vs. drum.

How much printing costs you

Here's the key: our compatible toner offers exactly the same yield of 6,500 pages as the original, but for a fraction of the price. The print quality and the number of pages don't change; the only thing that goes down is what you pay. Multiply that saving by each of the four colours and by the long life of the drum, and the difference at year's end is huge for any office that prints in colour regularly.

To see it with real numbers, calculate your cost per page with our savings calculator and check the current price on each product page: TN423/TN433 toner and DR-421CL drum.

Frequently asked questions

Does this compatible toner work for my Brother in the L8000/L9000 series?

Yes. The TN423/TN433 toner and the DR-421CL drum are compatible with the six models in the range: DCP-L8410CDW, HL-L8260CDW, HL-L8360CDW, HL-L9310CDW, MFC-L8690CDW and MFC-L8900CDW. If you have any of them, these are your replacements.

How many pages does it print?

The toner yields 6,500 pages to the ISO/IEC 19798 standard, the same yield as the original high-capacity cartridge. The DR-421CL drum lasts around 50,000 pages, so it covers several toner changes before running out.

Does using a compatible toner void the printer's warranty?

No. Using compatible consumables does not void your machine's warranty. Article 120 of Royal Legislative Decree 1/2007 protects your rights as a consumer: the manufacturer cannot force you to buy only its brand. In addition, all our products include their own 3-year guarantee.

How long does shipping take?

We ship within 24-48 hours across the whole mainland, and shipping is free from €50. You receive the toner or drum ready to install; if it's your first time, follow our guide on how to install a toner.

Want to see all the options for your Brother machine? Take a look at the compatible Brother toner collection and our guides on toner vs. drum and how to install a toner. At Startoner we work with ISO 9001 certified quality and back every consumable with a 3-year guarantee, so you print in colour with the same peace of mind as with the original and at a much lower cost.