168TN – 152TN

The model numbers 168TN and 152TN refer to high-yield toner cartridges for Brother printers, specifically designed for their mid-range and high-volume monochrome laser series.

Brother TN-152 (TN152)

This is a standard/high-capacity monochrome toner commonly found in specific regional markets for compact laser printers.

• Part Number: TN-152BK

• Color: Black

• Page Yield: Approximately 1,500 pages.

• Commonly Compatible Models:

  • Brother HL-1210W / 1212W

  • Brother DCP-1610W / 1612W

  • Brother MFC-1910W

Brother TN-168 (TN168)

The TN-168 is a Super High Yield toner cartridge, often used in heavy-duty office environments for its significant page capacity.

• Part Number: TN-168BK (Also available in CMY colors for certain laser models)

• Color: Black

• Page Yield: Approximately 12,000 pages (based on 5% coverage).

• Commonly Compatible Models:

  • Brother HL-4040CN / 4050CDN

  • Brother MFC-9440CN / 9450CDN / 9840CDW

  • Brother DCP-9040CN / 9045CDN

Key Information:

• Yield Efficiency: Both cartridges are designed to reduce the “cost per page” compared to their standard-yield counterparts (like the TN-110 or TN-150 series).

• Drum Unit Requirement: Like all Brother laser systems, these toners are used in conjunction with a separate drum unit (e.g., the DR-160 for the 168 series or DR-1000 for the 152 series). The drum usually lasts 3–4 times longer than a single toner cartridge.