Compatible Brother DR-243BK (DR243BK)
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Compatible Brother DR-243BK (DR243BK)

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Yield
18,000
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Cartridge World
SKU:
CWC-B-DR243BK
UPC:
5060478950998
Colour
Yield
18,000
Current Stock
75
Product Overview

✔ Next Day Delivery Available | ✔ 2-Year Warranty | ✔ Money Back Guarantee | ✔ High Quality Prints Every Time | 

  • Brand: Cartridge World
  • Replaces: Original Brother DR-243BK Drum Unit
  • Type: Drum Unit
  • Colour: Black
  • Yield: 18000 pages @ 5% coverage
  • Does not invalidate your printer warranty

Compatible Brother DR-243BK Black Drum Unit - (DR243BK)

This compatible Black DR-243BK drum unit is suitable for Brother colour laser printers and helps keep your machine producing clean, consistent prints.

The compatible DR243BK replaces the original Brother DR-243BK black drum unit and costs less than the Brother original OEM version, helping reduce print costs while maintaining reliable everyday performance.

Cartridge World drum units are manufactured to high-quality standards and are suitable for use in the home, schools, small businesses and larger offices. This drum unit yield is approximately 18000 pages at 5% average coverage.

Compatible vs original Brother OEM DR243BK drum units.

This is a Cartridge World compatible replacement, not a Brother original OEM drum unit. It is designed to replace the original Brother DR-243BK drum unit, offer strong value for money and provide reliable results for everyday printing. Brother original OEM drums are made by Brother and usually cost more, while Cartridge World compatible drums are backed by our 2 year warranty and helpful UK customer service.

Buy your Compatible Brother DR243BK drum unit from Cartridge World and save money.

Cartridge World supplies a genuine alternative to printer brands, with impressive savings while achieving high quality printing. With our multi-buy savings, the more you buy, the more you save! Great for those who like to stock up on print consumables to ensure printer downtime is avoided.

Payments can be made using PayPal and all major debit and credit cards through our secure website. All our cartridges include free speedy delivery in the price meaning you will get the cartridge you need when you want it. If you have any questions about the compatible DR243BK drum unit, the Cartridge World team are available on the telephone, chat or email to answer questions about your order or offer technical support.

Need help changing a Brother drum unit?

For fitting guidance, visit our Brother toner and drum replacement guide. This explains the difference between toner cartridges and drum units and can help if you are replacing a Brother drum for the first time.

Your Printer Guarantee.

You have peace of mind as our compatible cartridges come with a full 2 year warranty and remember using Cartridge World compatible DR243BK drum units will not invalidate your printer warranty. By law, manufacturers aren’t allowed to invalidate your warranty if you use own-brand printer cartridges. If something does go wrong and our own-brand cartridges are to blame, we’ll take over the manufacturer’s warranty, offer you phone support and repair or replace your printer if needed.

Upgrade your printing experience today with cost-effective and high-quality premium compatible DR243BK drum units from Cartridge World with free delivery, friendly support and a 2 year guarantee.

This compatible DR-243BK drum unit is guaranteed to work in the following printers:

Brother DCP-L3510CDW
Brother DCP-L3550CDW
Brother HL-L3210CW
Brother HL-L3230CDW
Brother HL-L3270CW
Brother MFC-L3710CW
Brother MFC-L3730CDN
Brother MFC-L3750CDW
Brother MFC-L3770CDW

Product FAQs – Cartridge World Compatible Brother DR243BK

How do I know if DR243BK fits my printer?

Check the drum code on your printer, existing drum unit or printer manual. DR243BK fits popular Brother models including DCP-L3510CDW | DCP-L3550CDW | HL-L3210CW | HL-L3230CDW | HL-L3270CW | MFC-L3710CW | MFC-L3730CDN | MFC-L3750CDW | MFC-L3770CDW. If unsure, call 01423 701704 or email customerservice@cartridgeworld.co.uk for help.

Is this DR243BK compatible or original (OEM)?

This is a Cartridge World compatible Brother DR243BK drum unit. It is not made by Brother, but it is designed to replace the original Brother DR-243BK OEM drum unit and deliver reliable performance at a lower cost.

How long does a compatible DR243BK drum unit last?

This Brother DR243BK compatible drum unit has an approximate yield of 18000 pages at 5% coverage. Actual yield can vary depending on page coverage, print settings and the type of documents being printed.

Will a compatible DR243BK affect my warranty?

No. Using third-party supplies does not void your printer warranty. Our compatible DR243BK drum unit is backed by a 2-year warranty for extra peace of mind.

Does DR243BK work with Brother TN243 and TN247 toner cartridges?

This DR243BK is a separate black imaging drum unit. The Brother toner cartridge fits into the drum before the complete assembly is installed in the printer.

How do I replace a Brother DR243BK drum unit?

Remove the toner and drum assembly from the printer, move the toner cartridge into the new drum unit, then reinstall the assembly. For step-by-step help, visit our Brother toner and drum replacement guide.

Getting "Drum!", "Replace Drum" or poor print quality?

Reseat the toner and drum assembly, make sure the toner is locked into the drum unit correctly, power the printer off and on, and clean the corona wire if your model has one. If the issue remains, contact Cartridge World for support.

Where can I get help or Cartridge World drum unit support?

Visit our Support & Help Centre, call 01423 701704, or email customerservice@cartridgeworld.co.uk for friendly advice.

Warranty Information

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Satisfaction GuaranteedCartridge World wants you to print happy. We want the experience you have with Cartridgeworld.co.uk to be trouble-free. However, in the unlikely event that you do have a problem, everything we sell is covered by our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.

We guarantee that your standard printer warranty will not be invalidated by using our Cartridge World branded cartridges. In the rare event that any of our cartridges do cause a problem with your printer, we'll arrange for your printer to be replaced if it can't be repaired

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1 Review
  • 5
    Great customer service

    Posted by Kelly Teagle on 16th May 2026

    I was really impressed by the excellent customer service. I accidentally ordered a toner drum for my printer when I needed a toner cartridge. Cartridge World in Knaresborough called me to check my order: when we realised it was wrong they changed it free of charge! And the order arrived the next day. Excellent service, much appreciated!

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We understand that some customers are cautious about using own-brand cartridges. At Cartridge World, every own-brand cartridge is quality checked and backed by our guarantee.

If your printer is damaged as a direct result of using a Cartridge World own-brand cartridge, we’ll repair or replace it free of charge. You can read the full details on our product guarantees page.

Using a compatible cartridge does not automatically invalidate your printer warranty, and we are here to help if you ever need advice.

Need help choosing the right cartridge? Email customerservice@cartridgeworld.co.uk or call 01423 701704.

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