BROTHER LC501XL COMPLETE 4-COLOR PACK SMART CHIP INCLUDED UP TO 500 PAGES EACH

Brother MFC-J1260W Ink Cartridges

Starink Compatible Brother LC501XL ink cartridges provide a complete replacement set for the Brother MFC-J1260W. This 4-Pack includes one Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow cartridge, each with a listed yield of up to 500 pages. All four cartridges include pre-installed Smart Chips, so no chip transfer is required.

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Starink LC501XL 4-Pack Black Cyan Magenta Yellow ink cartridges for Brother MFC-J1260W

Black + C/M/Y 4-Pack Smart Chip Included Compatible Ink

Starink Compatible Brother LC501XL Ink Cartridges 4-Pack

Includes one Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow cartridge for the Brother MFC-J1260W. Up to 500 pages per individual cartridge.

$39.99 USD $10.00 USD per cartridge In Stock

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Starink LC501XL Compatible Printers

Starink LC501XL ink cartridges are compatible with these three Brother printers. Select your exact model to find replacement ink and cartridge details.

Brother MFC-J1260W Brother MFC-J1360DW Brother MFC-J1410DW

Starink LC501XL Page Yields

Page yield applies to each individual cartridge:

Starink Cartridge	Page Yield
LC501XL Black	Up to 500 pages
LC501XL Cyan	Up to 500 pages
LC501XL Magenta	Up to 500 pages
LC501XL Yellow	Up to 500 pages

Page yields are estimates for each cartridge, not a combined page count for the pack. Actual results vary with page content, print settings, printing frequency, and maintenance cycles.

What's in the Starink 4-Pack?

1 × Compatible Brother LC501XL Black cartridge
1 × Compatible Brother LC501XL Cyan cartridge
1 × Compatible Brother LC501XL Magenta cartridge
1 × Compatible Brother LC501XL Yellow cartridge

Four separate cartridges total. Each cartridge includes a pre-installed Smart Chip; no chip transfer is required.

Get all four replacement colors for your Brother MFC-J1260W. Shop the Starink LC501XL 4-Pack for your printer.

Separate Black and Color Ink Cartridges

LC501XL Black

One Black cartridge for homework, forms, letters, and everyday documents. Listed yield: up to 500 pages per cartridge.

LC501XL Cyan, Magenta & Yellow

Three separate color cartridges for school projects, charts, and color documents. Each color yields up to 500 pages per cartridge.

Replace only the color that runs out. The MFC-J1260W uses four individual ink cartridges, and this pack includes one of each color.

Brother LC501 vs. LC501XL

Both LC501 and LC501XL fit the Brother MFC-J1260W. LC501 is standard yield, while LC501XL is the high-yield option. The Starink product offered here is compatible LC501XL.

Cartridge	Capacity	Black Yield	Yield per Color
Original Brother LC501	Standard yield	Approx. 250 pages	Approx. 200 pages
Original Brother LC501XL	High yield	Approx. 500 pages	Approx. 500 pages
Starink Compatible LC501XL	High yield	Up to 500 pages	Up to 500 pages

XL is part of the cartridge number LC501XL. Your printer model remains MFC-J1260W. Listed yields apply per cartridge and vary with actual use.

Brother LC501XL vs. LC401XL

Brother LC501XL and LC401XL are different cartridge families and are not interchangeable. Choose LC501XL replacement ink for the Brother MFC-J1260W.

Starink LC501XL is intended for MFC-J1260W, MFC-J1360DW, and MFC-J1410DW. Match the complete cartridge number and printer model before ordering.

Starink LC501XL vs. Original Brother and Other Replacement Ink

What Matters	Starink Brother LC501XL Smart Chip Included	Original Brother LC501XL	Other Replacement Options
Product Type	Compatible ink cartridges	Original Brother ink cartridges	Check the exact cartridge family
Pack Contents	1 Black + 1 Cyan + 1 Magenta + 1 Yellow	Check the exact Brother pack	Check the seller’s pack contents
Chip	Pre-installed Smart Chip	Original Brother chip	Check the product’s stated chip type
Installation	No chip transfer required	No chip transfer required	Confirm the cartridge and printer instructions
Listed Page Yield Black / Each Color	500 / 500	500 / 500	Varies by product
Printer Compatibility	MFC-J1260W, MFC-J1360DW, MFC-J1410DW	MFC-J1260W, MFC-J1360DW, MFC-J1410DW	Confirm the exact printer model
Customer Reviews	See product page for customer reviews.	Varies by retailer and listing	Varies by brand, seller, and listing

Starink LC501XL and Original Brother LC501XL list the same page yields: 500 pages for Black and 500 pages for each color. Actual results vary with usage. Compare pack contents and current prices before ordering. Swipe the table on mobile to view all columns.

Why Choose Starink for Your MFC-J1260W?

Complete 4-Color Pack

One Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow cartridge in a single 4-Pack.

Up to 500 Pages Each

The listed yield is up to 500 pages for every individual cartridge, including Black and each color.

Smart Chips Included

All four cartridges include pre-installed Smart Chips. No manual chip transfer is required.

Ink for MFC-J1260W Home Documents and School Projects

Everyday Home Printing

Forms, letters, and household paperwork
Homework and study notes
Recipes, schedules, and reference pages

Color Documents and Projects

School projects and activity sheets
Charts and illustrated assignments
Home-office reports and planning pages

Choose the paper size, paper type, and print settings supported by your Brother MFC-J1260W.

How to Install LC501XL Ink in the Brother MFC-J1260W

Quick Installation Steps

Open the ink cartridge cover as directed in the Brother MFC-J1260W manual.
Release and remove the cartridge that needs replacement.
Remove only the protective packaging specified in the Starink instructions. Avoid touching the chip and ink outlet.
Match the cartridge color to its labeled slot and insert it securely according to the printer manual.
Close the cartridge cover and follow the printer's on-screen prompts.
Print a test page and check the result.

Follow the instructions supplied with your cartridges. Read Starink's ink cartridge installation guides.

If a Cartridge Is Not Recognized

Confirm that the cartridge is an LC501XL replacement, check for remaining protective packaging, and make sure it is seated in the correct color slot. Record the exact printer message if the problem remains.

Include your printer model, order number, and a photo of the message. Contact Starink for help with your LC501XL cartridges.

If the message appeared after a firmware update, follow these checks. Read what to check when a firmware update blocks an ink cartridge.

Brother MFC-J1260W Ink Cartridge FAQs

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What ink does the Brother MFC-J1260W use?

The Brother MFC-J1260W uses Brother LC501 standard-yield or LC501XL high-yield ink cartridges. Starink offers compatible LC501XL in a 4-Pack with one Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow cartridge.

Does Starink LC501XL fit the Brother MFC-J1260W?

Yes. Starink Compatible Brother LC501XL ink cartridges fit the Brother MFC-J1260W. Each cartridge includes a pre-installed Smart Chip, so no chip transfer is required.

What is included in the Starink LC501XL 4-Pack?

The Starink LC501XL 4-Pack includes one Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow cartridge. There are four separate cartridges in total.

How many pages does each Starink LC501XL cartridge print?

Each Starink LC501XL Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow cartridge yields up to 500 pages. Actual results vary with page content, printer settings, print frequency, and maintenance cycles.

Is 500 pages the yield per cartridge or per 4-Pack?

The up-to-500-page yield applies to each individual cartridge. It is not a total pack yield; color printing may use several cartridges on the same page, so the four yields should not be added together.

What is the difference between Brother LC501 and LC501XL?

Brother LC501 is standard yield, with approximately 250 Black pages and 200 pages per color. LC501XL is high yield, with approximately 500 pages per cartridge. Both families fit the Brother MFC-J1260W; Starink offers compatible LC501XL.

Can I use LC501XL instead of LC501 in the MFC-J1260W?

Yes. The Brother MFC-J1260W supports both LC501 and LC501XL cartridges. LC501XL is the high-yield option, and the Starink product on this page is a compatible LC501XL 4-Pack.

Does Starink have the same listed yield as Original Brother LC501XL?

Yes. Starink LC501XL lists up to 500 pages per cartridge, and Original Brother LC501XL lists approximately 500 pages per cartridge. These are listed yields, not a guarantee of identical results in everyday printing.

Are Starink LC501XL cartridges compatible or remanufactured?

Starink LC501XL cartridges are compatible replacement ink cartridges. They are not remanufactured cartridges or Original Brother cartridges.

Do Starink LC501XL cartridges include Smart Chips?

Yes. Each Starink Compatible Brother LC501XL cartridge includes a pre-installed Smart Chip. No manual chip transfer is required.

Can Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow be replaced separately?

Yes. The Brother MFC-J1260W uses separate Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow cartridges, so each color can be replaced individually. The Starink product on this page is sold as a complete 4-Pack.

Are Brother LC501XL and LC401XL interchangeable?

No. Brother LC501XL and LC401XL are different cartridge families and are not interchangeable. Choose LC501XL replacement ink for the Brother MFC-J1260W.

Which printers are compatible with Starink LC501XL?

Starink LC501XL ink cartridges are compatible with Brother MFC-J1260W, MFC-J1360DW, and MFC-J1410DW. Match your complete printer model before ordering.

What does XL mean in LC501XL?

XL identifies the high-yield cartridge option. In this case, XL is part of the cartridge number LC501XL, while the printer model is MFC-J1260W.

What should I check if the MFC-J1260W does not recognize a cartridge?

Check that the cartridge is an LC501XL replacement, remove only the protective packaging specified in the instructions, and confirm that it is seated in the matching color slot. If the message remains, contact Starink with your printer model, order number, and a photo of the error.

Can a printer firmware update affect Starink LC501XL recognition?

A printer firmware update can change how third-party cartridges are recognized. Compatibility with every future firmware version cannot be guaranteed. If an error starts after an update, record the exact message and contact Starink for help.

Shop LC501XL Ink for Your Brother MFC-J1260W

Complete Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow 4-Pack. Smart Chips included. No chip transfer required.

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