Brother DCP-T530DW - Ink Tank Printer

The Brother DCP-T530DW Ink Tank Printer is designed as an affordable wireless all-in-one solution for home and SOHO environments. Print, scan, and copy functions are integrated into a compact footprint measuring 390 × 343 × 148.5 mm, allowing seamless placement on desks and small workspaces. Automatic 2-sided (duplex) printing is supported to reduce paper usage and improve efficiency, while wireless connectivity through WiFi, WiFi Direct, and USB 2.0 ensures flexible device integration. Compatibility with Brother Mobile Connect App, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria enables convenient mobile printing from smartphones and tablets.

High page yield ink bottles are included, supporting up to 7,500 pages in black and 5,000 pages in color, helping to lower cost per print. A front-access 150-sheet paper tray is provided to protect paper from dust and moisture, while spill-free front ink tank refilling technology allows clean and precise replenishment. With print speeds of up to 16 ipm (mono) and 9 ipm (color), high-resolution output up to 1200 × 6000 dpi (Windows) is achieved for sharp documents and vibrant images. Sustainability is supported through long-life design, built for up to 5 years or 30,000 pages of usage.

Key Features 

Wireless & Mobile Printing Support
WiFi, WiFi Direct, and USB 2.0 connectivity are supported for cable-free printing. Mobile printing is enabled through Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, and Mopria for seamless smartphone integration.

Automatic Duplex Printing
Auto 2-sided printing is integrated to reduce paper consumption and operating costs while maintaining professional document output.

High Yield Ink Bottles Included
Up to 7,500 black and 5,000 color pages are supported with the included ink bottles, ensuring long-term savings and fewer refills.

Compact Home-Friendly Design
A compact size of 390 mm (W) × 343 mm (D) × 148.5 mm (H) is designed to fit easily into home offices and small workspaces without compromising performance.

Front Access 150-Sheet Paper Tray
A fully enclosed paper cassette is provided to hold up to 150 sheets, protecting paper from dust and moisture while ensuring reliable feeding.

Spill-Free Ink Tank Refilling
Front-access ink tanks are engineered for mess-free and precise refilling, minimizing spills and maintaining cleanliness.

Sustainability & Durability
Designed for up to 5 years or 30,000 pages of use, long-term reliability is supported while reducing environmental impact.

Specifications

• Functions: Print, Scan, Copy

• Printer Type: Ink Tank Printer

• Dimensions (W × D × H): 390 mm × 343 mm × 148.5 mm

• Weight: 6.3 kg

• Print Speed: Up to 16.0 ipm (Mono) / Up to 9.0 ipm (Color)

• Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm plain paper)

• Warranty: 1 Year Carry-in Warranty

Print

• Resolution:

  • Up to 1200 × 6000 dpi (Windows)

  • Up to 1200 × 3600 dpi (Mac)

• Borderless Printing: Yes

• 2-Sided Printing Paper Type: Plain Paper, Recycled Paper

• 2-Sided Paper Size: Up to A4 / LTR

Paper Handling

• Paper Type: Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Glossy Paper, Recycled Paper

• Paper Weight: 64 to 220 gsm

• Capacity: Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm plain paper)

• Paper Sizes: A4, LTR, LGL, Folio, EXE, A5, A6, Photo (102×152mm/4×6”), Indexcard (127×203mm/5×8”), Photo-2L (127×178mm/5×7”), C5 Envelope, Com-10, DL Envelope, Monarch, Photo-L (89×127mm/3.5×5”), Mexico Legal, India Legal

Manual Feed Slot

• Paper Type: Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Glossy Paper, Recycled Paper

• Paper Weight: 64 to 300 gsm

• Paper Size: A4, LTR, LGL, Folio, EXE, A5, A6, Photo (102×152mm/4×6”), Indexcard (127×203mm/5×8”), Photo-2L (127×178mm/5×7”), C5 Envelope, Com-10, DL Envelope, Monarch, Photo-L (89×127mm/3.5×5”), Mexico Legal, India Legal

• Capacity: 1 sheet

• Paper Output: Up to 50 sheets (80 gsm plain paper)

Copy

• Colour / Monochrome: Yes / Yes

• Multiple Copies: Up to 99 pages

• Enlarge/Reduce: 25% to 400% (1% increments)

• Resolution: Up to 1200 × 1800 dpi

Scan

• Colour / Monochrome: Yes / Yes

• Resolution (Interpolated): Up to 19200 × 19200 dpi (Windows Only)

• Resolution (Scanner Glass): Up to 1200 × 2400 dpi

• Scanning Width: Up to 213.9 mm

• Scanning Length: Up to 295 mm

Connectivity

• WiFi Direct: Yes

• Interfaces: Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Wi-Fi Direct, IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Infrastructure Mode), IEEE 802.11g/n (Wi-Fi Direct)

• Wireless Security: WEP 64/128bit, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA3-SAE (AES)

  • Wi-Fi Direct supports WPA2-PSK (AES) only

• WPS Support: Yes

Display & Memory

• Display Type: 1-Line LCD (16 characters)

• Memory Capacity: 128 MB

Operation

• Power Source: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

• Power Consumption (Ready): Approx. 2.5 W

• Power Consumption (Sleep): Approx. 0.6 W

• Power Consumption (Power Off): Approx. 0.15 W

• Noise Level: 56.0 dB(A)

Supported Operating Systems

• Windows: 10 / 11 / Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022

• macOS: v12 / v13 / v14 / v15

• Linux OS: Supported

• Chrome OS: Supported

Conclusion
The Brother DCP-T530DW Ink Tank Printer is built to deliver reliable wireless printing, automatic duplex efficiency, and high-yield cost savings in a compact all-in-one design. With mobile connectivity, spill-free ink refilling, and durable long-term performance, dependable home and small office printing is consistently supported.