LC203BK black · XL
LC203BK is a Brother black XL cartridge rated at ~550 pages (5.1¢/page at $28.00).
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The Brother LC203BK is a high-yield black ink cartridge designed for use with certain printers. It can be used in four different models of printer and has a rated yield of about 550 pages. If you're looking to save money on ink, consider choosing a standard yield option or opting for compatible ink cartridges instead of genuine ones.
Printers that use LC203BK
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the LC203BK?
4 printers in our database use the LC203BK, including the Brother DCP-J4120DW, Brother MFC-J460DW, Brother MFC-J480DW and Brother MFC-J880DW.
Is the LC203BK a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The LC203BK is a XL (high-yield) cartridge. It costs more upfront than a standard cartridge but prints more pages, so the cost per page is lower.
How many pages does the LC203BK print?
The LC203BK is rated at about 550 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the LC203BK cost per page?
At a list price of $28.00 and about 550 pages, the LC203BK works out to roughly 5.1 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the LC203BK safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the LC203BK that usually cost much less. Most work well, though quality varies by seller. If your printer can receive firmware updates that block non-OEM ink, check that printer's page first.
Related cartridges
Other colors and standard or high-yield versions used in the same printers.
Guides worth reading before you buy
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does Brother block third-party ink? No, and Brother said so itself
- Brother toner and ink compatibility chart: which TN, DR and LC number fits
- Printer says ink low but the cartridge is not empty: what the gauge really means
- Do ink and toner cartridges expire? What the printed date means and how to store spares
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