Brother MFC-L8395CDW Toner Guide
Brother MFC-L8395CDW Toner Cartridges
The Brother MFC-L8395CDW uses the Brother TN229 toner family, including TN229 standard-yield, TN229XL high-yield and TN229XXL super-high-yield cartridges. It also uses a separate DR229CL drum unit.
Quick Answer: Brother MFC-L8395CDW accepts TN229, TN229XL and TN229XXL toner. TN229XL is rated up to 3,000 pages black and 2,300 pages per color. TN229XXL increases capacity to up to 4,500 pages black and 4,000 pages per color.
Recommended myCartridge option: the TN229XL 4-pack is a practical high-yield choice for regular color office printing, with integrated smart chips and no old-chip transfer.
What Toner Does Brother MFC-L8395CDW Use?
The MFC-L8395CDW is a compact digital color all-in-one designed for small offices and workgroups. Brother lists TN229 standard-yield, TN229XL high-yield and TN229XXL super-high-yield toner as compatible replacement supplies.
FunctionsPrint · Copy · Scan · Fax
Print SpeedUp to 31 ppm black / color
ADF50-page capacity
Touchscreen3.5-inch color display
Duplex ScanningSingle-pass · up to 58 ipm mono
Main Tray250 sheets
Multipurpose Tray30 sheets
ConnectivityGigabit Ethernet · dual-band Wi-Fi · USB
Recommended monthly print volume: Brother lists up to 4,000 pages. An optional 250-sheet lower tray can increase maximum paper capacity to 530 sheets.
Recommended MFC-L8395CDW Toner: TN229XL 4-Pack With Chip
For regular office printing, the myCartridge TN229XL high-yield 4-pack provides black, cyan, magenta and yellow toner in one set with integrated smart chips.
RECOMMENDED TN229XL
★★★★★4.9/5· 360 Reviews
Compatible TN229XL high-yield toner for Brother MFC-L8395CDW. Includes TN-229XLBK, TN-229XLC, TN-229XLM and TN-229XLY with integrated smart chips.
TN229XL 4-Pack
BK/C/M/Y
Integrated Chips
No Chip Transfer
9,900 Combined Listed Pages
$69.00
$91.50
In Stock
Free U.S. Shipping $35+
30-Day Easy Returns
Lifetime Warranty
99.82%
Internal lab print-output similarity result: In controlled myCartridge R&D testing, the TN229XL set achieved approximately 99.82% print-output similarity compared with OEM output. Actual results vary by printer, drum, paper, coverage, calibration and settings.
Brother TN229 vs TN229XL vs TN229XXL for MFC-L8395CDW
All three yield levels fit the MFC-L8395CDW. The main differences are page capacity, replacement frequency and purchase price.
| Feature | TN229 | TN229XL | TN229XXL |
|---|
| Yield Class | Standard Yield | High Yield | Super High Yield |
| Black Yield | Up to 1,500 pages | Up to 3,000 pages | Up to 4,500 pages |
| Color Yield | Up to 1,200 pages each | Up to 2,300 pages each | Up to 4,000 pages each |
| Fits MFC-L8395CDW | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Best For | Light use | Regular office printing | Higher-volume offices |
| Replacement Frequency | Most frequent | Less frequent | Least frequent |
Simple recommendation: TN229 works for lighter use. TN229XL is the balanced high-yield option. TN229XXL is the maximum-capacity Brother option for MFC-L8395CDW users who print heavily.
What Toner Comes With a New MFC-L8395CDW?
Brother lists the printer with approximately 3,000 pages of starter black toner and approximately 1,400 pages each of starter cyan, magenta and yellow toner.
Starter-cartridge yield is not the same as the standard TN229 replacement yield. When buying replacement toner, compare the actual replacement cartridge number and rated yield rather than assuming the in-box toner matches TN229 standard yield.
TN229 Toner vs DR229CL Drum Unit
MFC-L8395CDW uses separate toner, drum, belt and waste-toner components. Replacing toner does not automatically mean the drum needs replacement.
TN229 / XL / XXL Toner
Replace when the printer reports toner low or toner empty. Yield varies by the selected TN229 capacity.
DR229CL Drum
Brother lists the DR229CL drum unit at approximately 20,000 pages.
BU229CL / WT229CL
Brother lists both the belt unit and waste-toner box at approximately 50,000 pages under stated conditions.
Common buying mistake: ordering DR229CL when only toner is low. The myCartridge TN229XL 4-pack contains toner cartridges only; drum, belt and waste-toner box are separate.
myCartridge TN229XL for MFC-L8395CDW vs Other Options
| What Matters | myCartridge TN229XL | Original Brother TN229XL | Other Third-Party TN229XL |
|---|
| Smart Chip Included | Yes — integrated | Original Brother supply electronics | Varies by product version |
| Chip Transfer | No transfer needed | No transfer needed | Some versions may require transfer |
| Toner-Level Display | Supported | Supported | Varies by chip configuration |
| Recognition Support | Direct troubleshooting / replacement support | Brother supply support | Varies by seller |
| Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Brother supply policy | Varies |
| Customer Reviews | ★★★★★ 4.9/5 · 360 Reviews | Established OEM feedback | Varies by listing |
Can You Use Compatible TN229XL Toner in MFC-L8395CDW?
Yes, when the toner is specifically designed for the MFC-L8395CDW and TN229 / TN229XL cartridge family.
Match the Exact Printer
Confirm the printer label says Brother MFC-L8395CDW before ordering.
Match the Toner Family
Use TN229, TN229XL or TN229XXL. TN227, TN760 and TN830XL belong to different Brother printer generations.
Check the Chip Setup
For a ready-to-install compatible option, choose toner with integrated chips already installed.
How to Replace TN229XL Toner in MFC-L8395CDW
- Open the printer's top cover and identify the color that needs replacement.
- Remove the matching drum-and-toner assembly.
- Release the used toner cartridge from the DR229CL drum unit.
- Unpack the new TN229XL cartridge and remove all protective materials.
- Insert the toner into the matching drum unit until it locks into place.
- Clean the corona wire using the tab as directed, then return the tab to its home position.
- Reinstall the drum-and-toner assembly into the correct color position.
- Close the cover and allow the printer to initialize before printing a test page.
If the printer does not recognize the toner: confirm the exact TN229 family, remove all packing material, reseat the cartridge in the drum unit, reinstall the assembly in the correct color position, close the cover and restart the printer once.
Other Brother TN229 / TN229XL Printer Guides
MFC-L8395CDW is part of the broader U.S. TN229 printer family. Use an exact model page whenever possible.
Brother MFC-L8395CDW Toner FAQ
What toner does Brother MFC-L8395CDW use?
Brother MFC-L8395CDW uses TN229 standard-yield, TN229XL high-yield or TN229XXL super-high-yield toner cartridges.
Does TN229XL fit Brother MFC-L8395CDW?
Yes. Brother lists TN229XL black, cyan, magenta and yellow toner for MFC-L8395CDW.
Can MFC-L8395CDW use TN229XXL?
Yes. Unlike some other TN229-family models, MFC-L8395CDW supports TN229XXL super-high-yield toner, rated up to 4,500 pages black and 4,000 pages per color.
How many pages does TN229XL print?
TN229XL black is rated up to 3,000 pages. TN229XL cyan, magenta and yellow are rated up to 2,300 pages each.
What is the difference between TN229, TN229XL and TN229XXL?
TN229 is standard yield, TN229XL is high yield and TN229XXL is super high yield. For MFC-L8395CDW, black yield increases from 1,500 to 3,000 to 4,500 pages; color yield increases from 1,200 to 2,300 to 4,000 pages each.
Does TN229XL include the DR229CL drum?
No. TN229XL is toner only. DR229CL is the separate drum unit and is rated at approximately 20,000 pages.
Does myCartridge TN229XL require chip transfer?
No. The current myCartridge TN229XL 4-pack includes integrated smart chips on all four cartridges, so no old-chip transfer is required.
What toner comes with a new MFC-L8395CDW?
Brother lists approximately 3,000 pages of starter black toner and approximately 1,400 pages each of starter cyan, magenta and yellow toner in the box.
Is TN227 compatible with MFC-L8395CDW?
No. TN227 belongs to an older Brother color printer family. MFC-L8395CDW uses the TN229 family.
What is the recommended monthly print volume for MFC-L8395CDW?
Brother lists a recommended monthly print volume of up to 4,000 pages.
myCartridge is an independent supplier of compatible printer cartridges. Brother, MFC-L8395CDW, TN229, TN229XL, TN229XXL, TN-229XLBK, TN-229XLC, TN-229XLM, TN-229XLY, DR229CL, BU229CL, WT229CL and related model names are trademarks or model references of Brother Industries, Ltd. and are used only to identify compatibility. This page and related products are not manufactured, sponsored or endorsed by Brother Industries, Ltd. Page-yield figures are reference yields and actual output varies by coverage, settings and use.
