Q-image LC501XL Black Ink Cartridges, 2-Pack for Brother MFC Printers

Spec sheet

For Brother MFC-J1360DW, MFC-J1410DW or MFC-J1260W owners who need black replacement ink, this Q-image LC501XL pack provides two cartridges for compatible printers.

The high-yield format is designed for regular printing, with a stated yield of up to 500 pages per cartridge at 5% coverage on A4 paper. Together, the two cartridges are rated for up to 1,000 pages on the same basis.

Each cartridge uses a built-in smart chip for printer recognition and real-time ink-level indication, helping you check ink status as you work.

• Type: Compatible ink cartridges
• Ink colour: Black
• Quantity: 2 cartridges
• Yield: Up to 500 pages per cartridge, 1,000 pages combined at 5% coverage on A4 paper
• Printer type: Inkjet
• Compatibility: Brother MFC-J1360DW, MFC-J1410DW and MFC-J1260W
• Included: User guide
• Manufacturer warranty: 2 years

Everyday compatibility

This replacement pack is intended for the Brother MFC-J1360DW, MFC-J1410DW and MFC-J1260W. Match the printer model before ordering so the LC501XL cartridge format corresponds to your machine. The listed compatibility makes this a straightforward choice when you want black ink for one of these specific Brother MFC printers, rather than a cartridge selected only by colour or general printer type.

For a home office, a small business desk or shared family printing, black ink is useful for everyday documents such as forms, notes and work pages. The product is also described for graphics and photos, giving you a replacement option for a mix of routine print jobs. If your printer is one of the compatible models, having two cartridges in the pack means you have a second replacement available after the first is used.

Getting the most from it

Install the cartridges in a listed compatible printer and use the smart-chip ink-level indication to keep track of the remaining ink. The stated page yield is based on 5% coverage on A4 paper, so it provides a reference for comparing cartridge capacity on that basis, page coverage varies with what you print. Text-heavy documents and pages with more extensive graphics use ink differently, making the intended print job an important part of judging yield.

The two-cartridge format suits people who prefer to keep a spare replacement on hand instead of sourcing one cartridge at a time. For example, when printing work documents through the week, the second cartridge can be ready for the next replacement. The included user guide supports setup, while the chip’s recognition and ink-level indication help you follow the printer’s cartridge status during use.

Is it worth it?

If you use a Brother MFC-J1360DW, MFC-J1410DW or MFC-J1260W and need black replacement ink, this pack combines model-specific compatibility with two high-yield cartridges. Its stated combined yield of up to 1,000 pages gives you a clear capacity reference, and the smart chip adds practical help with recognition and ink-level monitoring. It’s a good fit if you want a two-cartridge supply for regular black printing on one of the listed printers.