Brother LC3013XL Pigment Black Compatible Premium Ink
Meet the Brother LC3013XL Pigment Black Compatible Premium Ink—a purpose-built solution for crisp, professional-looking prints in your busy workspace. Engineered to pair seamlessly with Brother MFC-J491DW, MFC-J497DW, MFC-J690DW, and MFC-J895DW printers, this premium compatible ink delivers confident black text and reliable performance at a compelling value.
Key specs and what they mean for you
- Page yield: up to 400 pages per cartridge, helping you balance frequency of replacements with steady output for everyday documents.
- Ink type: pigment-based black for clean, dense text and distinct character definition across pages.
- Compatibility: LC3013XL / LC3013 XL OEM codes; Product Code NCBRLC3013BK for straightforward ordering and replacement.
- Category: Compatible InkJet cartridge designed to work with the Brother LC3013XL family without sacrificing reliability.
What this means for your printing
With this LC3013XL compatible premium ink, you’ll experience consistent, legible documents—from business reports and invoices to homework sheets and personal notes. The pigment black delivers bold headlines and sharp body text, helping pages look more authoritative and easier to read. A 400-page yield means fewer interruptions, so you can stay productive without constant cartridge changes.
Ideal use cases
- Home office and small-business printing where clear, long-lasting text matters most.
- Educational materials—handouts, worksheets, and readings that require crisp typography.
- Client-ready reports and contracts that benefit from strong, professional-looking black text.
How it compares to OEM ink
This premium compatible ink is designed to mirror the reliability and print density of the original LC3013XL cartridges while offering a cost-effective alternative. You get the same clean black output and dependable performance, helping you manage printing budgets without compromising readability or consistency.
Practical tips for best results
- Use standard, inkjet-optimized paper to maximize ink absorption and legibility.
- When installing a new cartridge, print a quick test page to verify alignment and density.
- Store unopened cartridges in a cool, dry place to preserve ink stability.