Brother WI506 Waste Ink Capture Box

The Brother WI506 Waste Ink Capture Box is a genuine Brother replacement maintenance component designed for compatible Brother inkjet printers. It collects excess ink generated during the printer’s automatic print head cleaning cycles, helping the printer continue operating correctly and maintain consistent print quality.

Rather than requiring a service visit when the existing waste ink box reaches the end of its usable life, the WI506 is designed to be replaced by the user. Your compatible Brother printer will provide a notification when the waste ink capture box is approaching full capacity, giving you time to obtain a replacement.

Replacing this relatively small maintenance component when prompted allows the printer to remain in service without replacing the entire machine.

Key Features

• Genuine Brother waste ink capture box
• Collects waste ink generated during automatic print head cleaning
• Helps maintain correct printer operation and consistent print quality
• User-replaceable maintenance component
• Printer provides notification when the waste ink box is nearly full
• Simple replacement without requiring a service visit
• Designed specifically for compatible Brother inkjet printers
• Replacement part for Brother WI506

Compatible Printers

The Brother WI506 Waste Ink Capture Box is suitable for:

• Brother MFC-J5010DW
• Brother MFC-J5110DW
• Brother MFC-J5115DW

Always check your printer model before ordering to ensure compatibility.

What Does a Waste Ink Capture Box Do?

Inkjet printers periodically perform automatic print head cleaning and maintenance cycles to help keep the print head functioning correctly. These processes use a small amount of ink, which needs to be collected safely inside the printer.

The WI506 captures this waste ink. Over time, the box gradually fills and eventually needs to be replaced.

When Does the WI506 Need Replacing?

The compatible Brother printer monitors the waste ink capture box and provides a notification when it is nearly full. This gives you an opportunity to order a replacement before the existing box reaches the end of its usable capacity.

The WI506 should be replaced when instructed by the printer. Replacement frequency will vary according to printer usage and the number of cleaning and maintenance cycles performed.

User-Replaceable Maintenance Part

The WI506 is designed so that users can replace the waste ink capture box themselves in a few straightforward steps rather than arranging a service visit specifically for this component.

Follow the instructions provided by Brother and any on-screen instructions displayed by your printer when replacing the box.

Delivery Information

We ship from warehouses located in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. Orders are dispatched quickly from the nearest warehouse for fast delivery across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Brother WI506?
The WI506 is a waste ink capture box for compatible Brother inkjet printers. It collects ink discharged during automatic print head cleaning and maintenance processes.

Which printers use the Brother WI506?
It is suitable for the Brother MFC-J5010DW, MFC-J5110DW and MFC-J5115DW.

Is the WI506 an ink cartridge?
No. The WI506 does not supply ink for printing. It is a maintenance component that collects waste ink generated by the printer.

How do I know when the WI506 needs replacing?
The printer provides a notification when the waste ink capture box is approaching full capacity, allowing you to arrange a replacement.

Can I replace the WI506 myself?
Yes. The WI506 is designed as a user-replaceable component, so a service visit should not normally be required simply to replace the waste ink capture box. Follow Brother’s replacement instructions for your printer.

How often will I need to replace it?
There is no single replacement interval because waste ink accumulation depends on printer usage and cleaning cycles. Replace the box when your printer indicates that replacement is required.

Why does a printer generate waste ink?
Inkjet printers use small quantities of ink during automatic print head cleaning and maintenance. The waste ink capture box provides a dedicated location for this ink to be collected.

Is this a genuine Brother product?
Yes. The WI506 is a genuine Brother maintenance consumable for compatible Brother printers.