What Ink Does the Brother MFC-J5730DW Use?
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Correction (October 2026): an earlier version of this guide called the LC3017 the standard cartridge. Brother sells it as high yield (about 550 pages); the LC3019 is super high yield.
CastleScore · October 2026
69/100 — Situational
Brother MFC-J5730DW
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 94 | About 1.7¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured LC3019 super-high-yield cartridges (3,000 black / 1,500 color pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 87 | Most-reported problems: 'Ink Absorber Pad Full / Ink Absorber Full' lockout |
| Features (12%) | 92 | Print, copy, scan, document feeder, auto two-sided printing, fax, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, touchscreen, fast (20+ ppm). |
| Value (5%) | — | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings or published expert scores for this printer, so those weights are spread across the other pillars. With neither owner ratings nor a published expert score, we cap this printer at 69 (Situational) until better data is available.
Status not confirmed. We couldn't confirm whether Brother still sells the MFC-J5730DW new in the U.S. LC3017 and LC3019 cartridges are still sold.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 11, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The cartridges, pictured
LC3019 4-packBlack + Cyan/Magenta/Yellow
LC3019 BlackLC3019BK · ~3,000 pages
LC3017 BlackLC3017BK · ~550 pages
LC3017 4-packBlack + Cyan/Magenta/Yellow
LC3019 4-pack
LC3019 Black
LC3017 Black
LC3017 4-packOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
Quick answer: what ink does the Brother MFC-J5730DW use?
The Brother MFC-J5730DW uses 4 Brother LC3017/LC3019 cartridges: black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. High-yield Brother LC3017 ink and super-high-yield LC3019 cartridges fit the same slots. LC3019 super-high-yield cartridges are rated for about 3,000 black and 1,500 color pages, several times the LC3017, so they're the better value for regular office printing. Each color is a separate cartridge, so you only replace the one that runs out.
Cartridge options at a glance
| Cartridge | Part numbers | Approx. yield* |
|---|---|---|
| Brother LC3017 (high yield) | LC3017BK / LC3017C / LC3017M / LC3017Y | ~550 pages each |
| Brother LC3019 black (super high yield) | LC3019BK | ~3,000 pages |
| Brother LC3019 color (C/M/Y) | LC3019C / LC3019M / LC3019Y | ~1,500 pages each |
*Approximate ISO yields from published cartridge specifications. Real-world results depend on coverage, photo printing, and cleaning cycles.
Common questions about Brother MFC-J5730DW ink
Should I buy LC3017 or LC3019 for the MFC-J5730DW?
LC3019 for most people. LC3019 super-high-yield cartridges are rated for about 3,000 black and 1,500 color pages, several times the LC3017, so they're the better value for regular office printing. See Is XL ink actually worth it? Standard vs. XL with real numbers.
Can I mix standard and high-yield cartridges?
Yes. Each cartridge is read separately, so any mix of LC3017 and LC3019 works.
What other printers use Brother LC3017 ink?
LC3017/LC3019 also fits the MFC-J5330DW, MFC-J5335DW, MFC-J6530DW, MFC-J6730DW, and MFC-J6930DW. If you own more than one, a single stock of cartridges covers them all.
Will other Brother cartridges fit the MFC-J5730DW?
No. Brother LC3029 (MFC-J5830DW, MFC-J5930DW, MFC-J6535DW, MFC-J6935DW) and LC3037/LC3039 (MFC-J5945DW, MFC-J6945DW) look similar but won't fit. Always match the number on your current cartridge.
Can I use remanufactured LC3017 or LC3019 cartridges in the MFC-J5730DW?
Yes. We sell remanufactured LC3017 and LC3019 cartridges for it. We found no Brother notice blocking third-party cartridges on this model, and using them doesn't void your warranty under U.S. law. If the printer shows “Cannot Detect” with a new cartridge, reseat it and check that the orange cap is removed. More: Compatible vs. remanufactured vs. OEM ink, Does compatible ink void your printer warranty? and The best compatible ink for Brother printers.
How do I replace the ink in the MFC-J5730DW?
Open the ink cartridge cover on the front of the printer. Push the lock-release lever for the empty color and pull the cartridge out. Unpack the new cartridge, remove the orange protective cap, and push it in until it locks. Close the cover; the printer resets that color's ink counter automatically.
Why does the MFC-J5730DW say “Cannot Detect” or “Cannot Print”?
Remove and reseat the cartridge until it locks, make sure the orange protective cap is off, and wipe the cartridge's contacts with a dry lint-free cloth. Turn the printer off for a minute. More fixes: Printer says ink cartridge not recognized: how to fix it.
Why are prints from my MFC-J5730DW faded or streaky?
From the control panel, run Ink (or Maintenance) > Improve Print Quality > Check Print Quality, then clean the colors that show gaps. If lines look jagged or doubled instead, run the alignment from the same menu; see our print head alignment guide. More: Why is my printer printing streaks?.
Why did the first set of cartridges run out so fast?
The cartridges in the box are starter cartridges, rated at about 65% of a full LC3017, so the first set runs out sooner than replacements will. See why the first cartridges run out fast.
Can the MFC-J5730DW print 11x17?
Yes. It prints up to 11 x 17 (ledger) from both 250-sheet trays and the 100-sheet multipurpose tray.
MFC-J5730DW key facts
- Type: business all-in-one (print, scan, copy, fax)
- Ink: 4 individual Brother LC3017/LC3019 cartridges
- Max print size: 11 x 17 in.
- Same ink as: MFC-J5330DW, MFC-J5335DW, MFC-J6530DW, MFC-J6730DW, MFC-J6930DW
What MFC-J5730DW owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, Brother's support pages and owner reviews, answered in our words.
Can I scan 11x17 documents on it?
No. It prints up to 11 x 17, but the scanner glass is letter/A4 size. The document feeder takes letter-width pages, including long sheets up to 900 mm.
Does the document feeder scan both sides automatically?
Yes. The 50-sheet feeder scans both sides, but only for letter/A4-size pages.
Does it print two-sided on 11x17 paper?
No. Published specs limit automatic two-sided printing to letter/A4-size paper. Ledger pages print one side at a time.
Which tray should I use for card stock?
Use the upper tray or the 100-sheet multipurpose tray, which take paper up to 220 gsm. The lower tray only takes 64–120 gsm.
Will cartridges bought abroad fit?
Not necessarily. U.S. printers take LC3017/LC3019. Units sold in Australia use LC3317/LC3319XL and units sold in Europe use LC3217/LC3219XL.
MFC-J5730DW quirks worth knowing
- It has three paper inputs that all take 11 x 17: two 250-sheet trays and a 100-sheet multipurpose tray, for 600 sheets in total.
- Brother rates it at 22 pages a minute in black and 20 in color (ISO), and 12 a minute for two-sided pages.
- Brother publishes a model-specific help page for the Ink Absorber Pad Full message, a lockout that appears when the pad that catches cleaning ink is full.
- At about 20.6 kg (45 lb), it is heavy for a desktop all-in-one.
Other printers that use LC3017 and LC3019
Brother MFC-J6530DW · Brother MFC-J6730DW · Brother MFC-J6930DW · Brother MFC-J5330DW
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