Brother MFC-L3760CDW Laser Printer

Brother MFC-L3760CDW is a compact A4 color laser all-in-one printer

Brother MFC-T4500DW A3 Ink Tank Printer is priced at Kes 46,500  here at Novelty Tech Solution in Nairobi, Kenya 

Full Specifications

Key Features Explained

1. Laser Technology & Speed:

   • 25 ppm Speed: Prints both black and color pages at the same fast speed of up to 25 pages per minute. This is significantly faster than most inkjet printers and ideal for busy offices.

   • Fast First Print: The LED printing technology allows it to produce the first page in under 10 seconds, reducing wait time for small jobs.

   • Sharp Text & Graphics: Laser technology produces sharp, smudge-resistant text, perfect for business documents.

2. Separate Drum and Toner Units:

   • This is a major cost-saving feature. The drum unit (the imaging unit) has a lifespan of about 30,000 pages, while the toner cartridges need replacing more frequently. You only replace what runs out, which is more economical than all-in-one cartridges that combine the drum and toner.

3. Automatic Duplex Printing & Scanning:

   • Printing: Automatically prints on both sides of the paper, saving paper and creating professional documents.

   • Scanning/Copying: The ADF can automatically scan both sides of a page in a single pass, making digitizing double-sided documents incredibly efficient.

4. Advanced Connectivity:

   • Dual-Band Wi-Fi ac: Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless bands, providing a more stable and faster connection in modern networks.

   • Gigabit Ethernet: Offers a fast, reliable wired network connection.

   • Comprehensive Mobile Printing: Works seamlessly with all major mobile printing solutions.

5. Robust Paper Handling:

   • With a standard 250-sheet capacity and the option to expand to 500 sheets, it can handle the demands of a small workgroup without frequent paper reloading.

Who is this printer for?

• Small to Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs): Perfect for an office that needs to produce professional color documents like reports, brochures, and presentations quickly.

• Workgroups/Departments: The fast speed, network connectivity, and large paper capacity make it suitable for shared use.

• Users who prioritize reliability and speed: Laser printers are known for their consistency and are less prone to clogging than inkjets, especially if used intermittently.

• Anyone printing mostly text-based documents with occasional graphics.

Potential Considerations / Limitations

• A4 Only: It does not print A3 or larger formats. For large-format printing, an inkjet like the Brother MFC-T4500DW (covered previously) is needed.

• Photo Printing: While it produces good color graphics, it is not ideal for high-quality photo printing. Photo-dedicated inkjets will produce better color gradients and glossier results.

• Upfront Cost: The initial purchase price of a color laser printer is typically higher than a color inkjet, but the long-term cost per page can be lower for text-heavy printing.

• Scanner Type: Uses a CIS scanner, which is fast and thin but may not capture the depth of a book’s spine as well as a CCD scanner when placed on the flatbed.

Comparison with the Brother MFC-T4500DW (Inkjet)

Conclusion

The Brother MFC-L3760CDW is a highly capable and efficient color laser all-in-one built for business environments where speed, reliability, and network connectivity are paramount. It is an excellent investment for any small office that regularly prints in color and wants to minimize downtime and long-term printing costs through its separate drum/toner system and high-yield cartridge options.