Brother DCP-T220 is a compact, all-in-one ink tank printer that offers printing, scanning, and copying. It’s part of Brother’s “InkBenefit” Tank series
Brother DCP-T220 Ink Tank Printer is priced at Kes 17,300 here at Novelty Tech Solution in Nairobi, Kenya
Full Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Brother DCP-T220 |
| Type | All-in-One Ink Tank Printer (Print, Scan, Copy) |
| Print Technology | Inkjet (Thermal) |
| Print Speed (Approx.) | Black: Up to 12 ipm (images per minute) Color: Up to 10 ipm |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 1200 x 6000 dpi (for borderless photos) |
| First Print Out Time | ~ 13 seconds (Black), ~ 16 seconds (Color) |
| Ink System | Integrated Refillable Ink Tanks |
| Ink Bottles Included | Yes (4 x ~15ml starter bottles: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Approx. Page Yield (Standard Bottles) | Black: Up to 1,200 pages* Color: Up to 1,000 pages* (per color) *Based on ISO/IEC 24711/24712 standards. |
| Approx. Page Yield (High-Yield Bottles) | Black (BC-60): Up to 3,000 pages Color (BC-60X): Up to 2,500 pages (per color) |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed only |
| Scanner Sensor | Contact Image Sensor (CIS) |
| Maximum Scan Size | A4 |
| Copy Speed | Black: ~ 7 cpm (copies per minute) Color: ~ 3 cpm |
| Fax | No |
| Paper Handling | |
| Input Capacity | 100 sheets (rear paper feed) |
| Output Capacity | 30 sheets (face-down) |
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 |
| Media Types | Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes. |
| Connectivity | |
| Standard | USB 2.0 only |
| Wireless | No (The standard DCP-T220 model does not have Wi-Fi). |
| Mobile Printing | Not applicable without wireless. Requires a USB connection to a computer. |
| Duplex Printing | Manual only (You must physically re-insert the paper to print on the second side). |
| Display | None (Status LED indicators only). |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | Approx. 375 x 300 x 145 mm (Very compact) |
| Weight | Approx. 4.2 kg |
Key Features Explained
Refillable Ink Tank System:
Ultra-Low Cost-Per-Page: This is the entire purpose of the printer. Refilling with high-yield BC-60 series ink bottles results in one of the lowest printing costs on the market.
Easy Refilling: The tanks are transparent, color-coded, and designed for simple, spill-free refilling.
Extreme Compactness:
Its small footprint is a major advantage for users with very limited desk space, such as in dorm rooms or small home offices.
Borderless Photo Printing:
Despite being a basic model, it supports borderless printing up to A4 size, which is suitable for printing photos and flyers.
Who is this printer for?
Students: Ideal for printing assignments, notes, and basic project graphics at a very low cost.
Home Users with Low-to-Moderate Print Volume: Perfect for families who need to print occasionally but want to avoid the high cost of cartridge printers.
Budget-Conscious Users: This is one of the most affordable ways to get into ink tank printing.
Users who only need a USB connection and have a dedicated computer to connect it to.
Potential Considerations / Limitations
No Wireless Connectivity: This is the biggest limitation. The standard DCP-T220 cannot connect to Wi-Fi. It must be connected to a single computer via USB. If you need wireless printing from multiple devices or mobile phones, you must look for the Brother DCP-T220W or DCP-T226W model (the “W” denotes wireless).
No Automatic Document Feeder (ADF): Like the DCP-L2540DW laser printer, it only has a flatbed scanner. This makes scanning or copying multi-page documents very tedious.
Slow Print and Copy Speeds: The print and copy speeds are relatively slow compared to laser printers or more expensive ink tanks.
Very Basic Paper Handling: A 100-sheet input capacity is low, and there is no automatic duplex printing.
No Display: Operation is guided by LED lights, which can be less intuitive than a small LCD screen.
Ink Type: Uses dye-based inks, which are vibrant for color but are not waterproof and may fade faster than pigment inks.
Comparison with Brother DCP-L2540DW (Laser)
| Feature | Brother DCP-T220 (Ink Tank) | Brother DCP-L2540DW (Laser) |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Color Inkjet | Monochrome (B&W) Laser |
| Best For | Low-Cost Color Printing, Photos | Text Documents, Speed, Reliability |
| Print Speed | ~12 ipm | Up to 36 ppm |
| Running Cost | Extremely Low (for color) | Low (for B&W) |
| Connectivity | USB Only | USB, Wi-Fi |
| Key Strength | Cost per color page, compact size | Speed, text quality, wireless, reliability |
Conclusion
The Brother DCP-T220 is a highly specialized printer that excels in one area: delivering the lowest possible cost for color pages. It achieves this by stripping away features like wireless connectivity, an ADF, and a display to reach an ultra-low price point.
Choose this printer if:
Your primary need is affordable color printing.
You have very limited space and a tight budget.
You are okay with connecting it via USB to a single computer and do not need to print from your phone.
Avoid this printer if:
You need wireless printing. (Look for the DCP-T220W/T226W instead).
You need to scan or copy multi-page documents regularly.
You print mostly black-and-white text and need speed. (A mono laser would be better).
You require automatic two-sided printing.
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