Brother DR-2305 Drum Unit

Brother DR-2305 is a genuine replacement drum unit for select Brother HL-L and MFC-L series monochrome laser printers.

Brother DR-2305 Drum Unit is priced at Kes 9,800  here at Novelty Tech Solution in Nairobi, Kenya 

Full Specifications

Key Features Explained

1. Separate Drum & Toner System:

   • This is the core economic advantage. In these Brother printers, the drum unit (DR-2305) and the toner cartridge (TN-660/TN-680) are separate.

   • The drum unit lasts for about 12,000 pages, while a standard toner (TN-660) lasts for ~1,200 pages and a high-yield toner (TN-680) lasts for ~3,000 pages.

   • This means you will replace the toner 3-4 times before needing to replace the drum, which is more cost-effective than all-in-one cartridges where the drum is discarded with every toner change.

2. Drum Unit Function:

   • The drum is a photosensitive cylinder that is electrically charged. A laser “draws” the image onto it, attracting toner particles. The toner is then transferred from the drum onto the paper to create the print.

3. Genuine Brother Quality:

   • Using a genuine Brother drum unit ensures consistent print quality, prevents potential print defects (like streaks or smudging), and protects your printer from damage.

Who is this for?

• Owners of compatible Brother laser printers (see list below) who have reached the end of their drum unit’s lifespan (typically after printing ~12,000 pages).

• Users experiencing print quality issues like faint printing, repeating marks, or grey backgrounds, which can indicate a worn-out drum.

Symptoms of a Worn-Out Drum

You may need to replace the DR-2305 if you see:

• Grey background shading on prints.

• Faint, repeating marks or streaks down the page.

• General faint or poor-quality print that is not solved by replacing the toner.

Critical Compatibility

The DR-2305 is designed for a specific family of printers. It is not universally compatible.

Examples of Compatible Printers:

• Brother HL-L2300D

• Brother HL-L2305W

• Brother HL-L2315DW

• Brother HL-L2350DW

• Brother HL-L2370DW

• Brother MFC-L2700DW

• Brother MFC-L2705DW

• Brother MFC-L2707DW

How to Confirm Compatibility:
The safest method is to check the Brother part number listed on the drum unit currently inside your printer. You can also check your printer’s manual or the official Brother website by entering your printer model.

Replacement Process

1. Open the printer’s front cover.

2. Pull out the old drum unit (and toner cartridge assembly).

3. Press the blue lever to separate the toner cartridge from the old drum.

4. Attach the toner cartridge to the new DR-2305 drum unit.

5. Slide the combined unit back into the printer firmly until it clicks.

6. Close the front cover. The printer may take a moment to recalibrate.

Conclusion

The Brother DR-2305 is an essential maintenance component for keeping your compatible Brother laser printer running with high-quality output. Its separate design from the toner cartridge provides significant long-term cost savings. Always verify your printer’s compatibility before purchasing a replacement drum unit.