Expert Verdict
The Brother DCP-L3510CDW printer model is a full-featured printer with copying and scanning capabilities, but no automated document feeder. This printer line uses LED array technology to mimic the performance of laser printers. It can create high-resolution color prints with Brother DCP-L3510CDW Toner Cartridges and has an automated duplexer for printing on both sides. This multifunction printer is designed to be both sleek and modern-looking and is intended for small offices with low printing requirements.
It's a huge machine that weighs over 21kg and measures 589 x 523 x 521 mm, so it won't fit into a small space like an inkjet. However, it comes with Brother DCP-L3510CDW Toner Cartridges that should last for roughly 1000 pages before needing to be replaced. You don't have control over when to replace cartridges in most current printers, so even if print quality appears to be adequate, printing will stop until you install the one that has 'run out' with the new Brother DCP-L3510CDW Toner Cartridges. Black, cyan, magenta, and yellow Brother DCP-L3510CDW toner cartridges are available. The paper tray can hold 250 sheets, and you can also manually feed sheets in. Both the tray and manual feed can handle material up to 163g/m2.
On a Windows laptop, installing the DCP-L3510cdw proved to be a problem. The entire process took far too long, and the iPrint & scan software that resulted was scarcely worth the wait. Because there is no option to scan to USB, you'll probably use it mostly for scanning. Choosing how you want to connect the printer is part of the setup, and setting Wi-Fi is considerably easier than trying to input a password using the printer's LCD panel and up/down keys.
The L3510cdw isn't a speed demon, with a stated speed of up to 18 pages per minute (ppm). Even at the 16ppm, it achieved in testing, though, it's fast enough for most home offices, where papers are typically only a few pages long. If the documents contain color, the speed lowers to around 15ppm, and if you print on both sides, the pace drops to around 6-7ppm. Basic text documents produced from mobile devices appeared almost instantly, just as if they had been printed from a laptop. The scanner is really good, and scanning an A4 sheet at 200dpi takes only a few seconds. Wait times will be a little longer if you require better resolution, but even at 200dpi, the quality is more than adequate. Textbooks and other thick materials can be accommodated by extending the hinges. Make a statement with vibrant business documents. The Brother DCP-L3510CDW printer uses Brother DCP-L3510CDW Toner Cartridges to produce high-quality professional prints with a print resolution of up to 2,400dpi and LED laser technology. With automatic 2-sided printing, you can cut down on paper waste and costs. High-yield Brother DCP-L3510CDW Toner Cartridges have a cheaper cost per page, and Toner Save Mode uses less toner while generating stunning printouts.
Though, the wireless printer may not be the best option for all scenarios because it lacks faxing capabilities. It also doesn't let you print envelopes except one at a time from the manual feed slot. If you have a high monthly print volume, this might not be the ideal option to satisfy your needs but, the DCP-L3510dcw would suffice if you don't require the highest print quality and only require a printer that can easily handle the demands of a home office, printing a mix of mono and color documents for both work and education. This printer is perfect for use in an office setting because it produces very little noise. This color printer's industry-leading characteristics make it ideal for desktop use.
Review
The features of Brother DCP-L3510CDW is designed to satisfy business printing requirements effortlessly. This all-in-one laser printer from Brother offers printing, copying and scanning with seamless wireless connectivity. Automatic duplex printing is available to speed up the print process and cut down the cost per page.
Being bulky in size, this business printer weighs 25.6Kg and its dimensions correspond to 410 (W) x 475 (D) x 368 (H) mm. The control panel is located at the top left side of the machine. A 2-line LCD display is integrated with few buttons to make navigation quick and simple. With a print resolution of 2,400dpi, the printer offers premium quality printing that appeals to any business environment. Thanks to Brother DCP-L3510CDW toner cartridges that enhance its quality with a lifespan of up to 1000 pages. In addition, the device is able to print at a speed of 18 ppm without adding to noise pollution. It shows paper handling capacity is up to 250 pages which reduces the number of times the tray has to be replenished. Wireless connection, as an essential add-on, enable its users to print on the go, be it through your tablet or smartphone. The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac PCs and supports effortless printing.
Advantages
- Easy to set up
- Print, copy and scan functions possible
- Professional-quality prints
- Good printing speed
- High-yield Brother DCP-L3510CDW toner cartridges
- WiFi connectivity available
- Offers automatic duplex printing
Disadvantages
- Lacks colour LCD screen
- Automatic Document Feeder is lacking
- Fax option not available
- Not intended for busy offices
Brother DCP L3510CDW Toner Requirements
Printer Toner for Brother DCP L3510CDW are as follows:
Brother DCP L3510CDW Black Compatible Toner Cartridge
Brother TN247 Toner Cartridge Black with a print capacity of 3,000 Pages.
Brother DCP L3510CDW Cyan Compatible Toner Cartridge
Brother TN247 Toner Cartridge Cyan with a print capacity of 2,300 Pages.
Brother DCP L3510CDW Magenta Compatible Toner Cartridge
Brother TN247 Toner Cartridge Magenta with a print capacity of 2,300 Pages.
Brother DCP L3510CDW Yellow Compatible Toner Cartridge
Brother TN247 Toner Cartridge Yellow with a print capacity of 2,300 Pages.Conclusion
Brother DCP-L3510CDW is a decent choice for small businesses that are looking for a reliable machine at an affordable price. Go for it if fax or ADF is not your priority.
How can I improve the print quality of my Brother DCP-L3510CDW printer?
Using the low-quality Brother DCP-L3510CDW Toner Cartridges can affect the print quality and performance of the printer. To get the best print results from your printer, check for the following recommendations given below:
- In case the pages printed are compressed or horizontal stripes appear, characters appear at the top, bottom, left, or right margins are cut off, try to adjust the print margin of your document's application and reprint the job.
- If colours appear light or letters in the original document are light or faint, choose text or receipt in the copy quality setting and try to adjust the density and contrast of your copy. Make sure the media type setting in the printer driver matches well with the type of paper you are using. Shake all the four Brother DCP-L3510CDW toner cartridges gently. wipe the windows of all four LED heads with a soft lint-free cloth.
- In case the vertical white streaks or bands appear on the page, use a lint-free and dry cloth to wipe the scanner glass strip. Also, make sure foreign material such as a torn piece of paper, sticky notes, or dust does not remain inside the machine or around the toner cartridges and drum unit assemblies.
- If horizontal or coloured lines appear on the page, identify the colour causing the problem and replace the cartridges that match with the colour.
Trying the solutions stated, the following problems can be resolved.
What should I do if my Brother DCP-L3510CDW printer, prints unexpectedly or it prints garbage documents?
Try the following solutions to resolve the problem
- Cancel your current print job and clear it from the machine's memory. In case the printout is incomplete, send the print data again. Refer your online user manual for more information.
- Check the settings of your print application to make sure they are correctly set up to work with the machine. Confirm that the Brother DCP-L3510CDW printer driver is selected in your application's print window.
Also, check that the Brother DCP-L3510CDW toner cartridges are not on the verge to get empty and is not affecting the printer’s print quality.