Brother HL-3045CN Toner Cartridges

HL-3045CN

Clever Supplies carries toner cartridges made for the Brother HL-3045CN color laser printer. The HL-3045CN uses Brother TN210 standard-yield toner cartridges (about 2,200 pages black and 1,400 pages color) — also listed as TN-210 or TN 210. It also uses the Brother DR210CL drum unit (about 15,000 pages). Choose genuine Brother cartridges backed by the manufacturer's warranty, or our premium compatible cartridges — engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications and backed by our lifetime cartridge warranty. Everything is in stock and ready to ship; orders over $49 ship free within the contiguous US, and orders placed before 4 PM PST ship the same day.

Cartridge	Type	Page yield
TN210BK	Standard-yield black toner	~2,200 pages
TN210C/M/Y	Standard-yield color toner	~1,400 pages
DR210CL	Drum unit	~15,000 pages

Frequently asked questions

What toner does the Brother HL-3045CN use?

The Brother HL-3045CN uses TN210 standard-yield (approx. 2,200 pages black / 1,400 pages color) toner cartridges, plus the DR210CL drum unit (approx. 15,000 pages).

Is there a high-yield version of the TN210?

No. The TN210 comes in standard yield only — about 2,200 pages black and 1,400 pages color. For longer print runs, keep a spare set on hand; everything here is in stock and ready to ship.

Does the Brother HL-3045CN need a drum unit?

Yes. The HL-3045CN uses the Brother DR210CL drum unit (also listed as DR-210CL), rated for about 15,000 pages. Replace it when print quality degrades — streaks, spots or faded prints — even if toner remains.

Are compatible TN210 toner cartridges safe for my Brother HL-3045CN?

Yes. Our compatible cartridges are engineered to meet or exceed Brother's specifications and are backed by a lifetime warranty. Using compatible cartridges does not void your printer's warranty.

Which cartridge is the best value for heavy printing?

For the heaviest printing, the TN210 standard-yield cartridge (about 2,200 pages black / 1,400 pages color) gives the HL-3045CN its lowest cost per page. For occasional printing, the standard TN210 is the most economical upfront.