What Ink Does the Brother MFC-J5330DW Use?
Last Updated:The Brother MFC-J5330DW uses LC3017 high-yield ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow). It also accepts LC3015 standard-yield cartridges. LC3017 is the better value for typical home and small-office workloads.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Yield |
|---|---|---|
| LC3017BK | Black | ~550 pages |
| LC3017C | Cyan | ~550 pages |
| LC3017M | Magenta | ~550 pages |
| LC3017Y | Yellow | ~550 pages |
| LC3015BK | Black (Std) | ~300 pages |
The LC3017/LC3015 family fits the Brother MFC-J5330DW, MFC-J5730DW, MFC-J6530DW, MFC-J6730DW and MFC-J6930DW.
Save on LC3017 Ink
Stock compatible LC3017 cartridges for a fraction of OEM pricing. Shop LC3017 cartridges at Castle Ink.
How to Replace Ink in the Brother MFC-J5330DW
- Open the front ink cover on the printer.
- Press the release lever for the empty cartridge and remove it.
- Unbox the new LC3017 cartridge and pull off the orange seal.
- Insert the cartridge into the matching color slot until it clicks.
- Close the cover — the printer will run a brief priming cycle.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cartridge not detected: Wipe the gold chip with a dry cloth and reseat.
Faded prints: Run Maintenance > Print Quality Check > Cleaning.
Color missing: Confirm the orange seal was removed.
Low ink warning persists: Compatibles report estimated levels — judge by output.
Official Brother Resources
Brother MFC-J5330DW product page · Brother support
Bottom Line
The Brother MFC-J5330DW uses LC3017 high-yield ink (or LC3015 standard). Choose LC3017 for the best value and shop LC3017 at Castle Ink.
Frequently Asked Questions
LC3017 or LC3015? Both fit; LC3017 prints about 2x more pages.
Yield? About 550 pages per LC3017 color.
Can I mix LC3015 and LC3017? Yes — any combination works.
Will compatible LC3017 cartridges work? Yes — quality compatibles fit the MFC-J5330DW.
Why isn't my cartridge recognized? Clean the chip and reseat firmly.
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