What Ink Does the Brother MFC-J895DW Use?
Last Updated:The Brother MFC-J895DW uses LC3013 high-yield ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow). It also accepts the standard-yield LC3011 cartridges. For most users, the LC3013 set offers significantly better cost-per-page.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Yield |
|---|---|---|
| LC3013BK | Black | ~400 pages |
| LC3013C | Cyan | ~400 pages |
| LC3013M | Magenta | ~400 pages |
| LC3013Y | Yellow | ~400 pages |
| LC3011BK | Black (Standard) | ~200 pages |
The LC3013 family is shared with several other Brother inkjet all-in-ones, including the MFC-J491DW, MFC-J497DW, MFC-J690DW, and MFC-J895DW — so if you own more than one of these printers, you can stock a single cartridge family.
Save on LC3013 Ink
You can find compatible and remanufactured LC3013 cartridges that work in the MFC-J895DW for a fraction of the OEM price. Shop LC3013 cartridges at Castle Ink to compare options and save.
How to Replace Ink in the Brother MFC-J895DW
- Power on the printer and open the front ink cover.
- Press the release lever for the empty cartridge and remove it.
- Unwrap the new LC3013 cartridge and remove the orange protective cap.
- Insert the cartridge in the matching color slot until it clicks.
- Close the cover — the printer will run a short priming cycle.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Cannot Detect" error: Remove the cartridge, wipe the gold chip with a dry lint-free cloth, and reinsert firmly.
Faded or streaky prints: Run Maintenance > Print Quality > Cleaning from the printer's touchscreen. Repeat up to three times if necessary.
Color missing after install: Confirm the orange protective cap was removed from the new cartridge before inserting it.
Low ink warnings on a full cartridge: Compatible cartridges may show estimated levels — check actual print quality rather than the indicator.
Official Brother Resources
Brother MFC-J895DW product page · Brother support
Bottom Line
The Brother MFC-J895DW takes LC3013 high-yield ink (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow), with the option of standard LC3011. Stock a high-yield set to get the best value, and shop LC3013 cartridges at Castle Ink for savings on every refill.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the MFC-J895DW use LC3013 or LC3011? Both. LC3013 is the high-yield version and LC3011 is the standard.
How many pages does LC3013 print? About 400 pages per color, per Brother's published yield ratings.
Can I mix LC3013 and LC3011 cartridges? Yes — you can install any combination, though high-yield is more economical.
Will remanufactured LC3013 cartridges work? Yes, quality remanufactured LC3013 cartridges are designed for the MFC-J895DW.
Why isn't my new cartridge being recognized? Clean the gold chip contacts and reseat the cartridge firmly.
— William Elward