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Manufacturer codeDCP-J525W
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About the Brother DCP-J525W
Brother DCP-J525W is listed in the multifunction printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Inkjet; colour printing: Yes; duplex printing: No; wi-fi: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code DCP-J525W. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Inkjet. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
- Print technology
- Inkjet
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 6000 x 1200 DPI
- Duplex printing
- No
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 33 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
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3.20 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 64%
Brother has recently added new functionality to some of its multifunction devices. One of these models is the DC-J525W. ...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 25 Sep 2026
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Brother DCP-J525W specifications
Manufacturer code: DCP-J525W · Icecat product 9893041 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Print technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 1200 DPI |
| Duplex printing | No |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 33 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Scanning | Colour scanning |
| Copying | Colour copying |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
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Display4 details
| Built-in display | Yes |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
| Screen size | 4.9 cm (1.93") |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage4 details
| Card reader integrated | No |
|---|---|
| Memory (RAM) | 40 MB |
| Processor family | RISC |
| Processor frequency | 192 MHz |
Camera, image & video1 detail
| Image formats supported | JPG, TIF |
|---|
Printing, scanning & paper28 details
| Printing | Colour printing |
|---|---|
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 26 ppm |
| Economical printing | Yes |
| DVD/CD printing | No |
| Duplex copying | No |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 22 cpm |
| Copy speed (colour, normal quality, A4) | 20 cpm |
| Time to first copy (black, normal) | 20 s |
| N-in-1 copy function (N=) | 2, 4 |
| PC free copying | Yes |
| Duplex scanning | No |
| Optical scanning resolution | 1200 x 2400 DPI |
| Maximum scan resolution | 19200 x 19200 DPI |
| Scanner type | Flatbed scanner |
| Scan technology | CIS |
| Scan to | E-mail, File, Image |
| Duplex faxing | No |
| Faxing | No |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Maximum print size | 210 x 297 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Glossy paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Photo paper sizes (imperial) | 4x6,5x7" |
| Borderless printing media sizes | 4x6, 5x7, A4, A6, Letter |
| Paper tray media weight | 64 - 220 g/m² |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Colour scanning | Yes |
| Scan speed | 3.37 sec/page |
Connections & wireless4 details
| Standard interfaces | USB 2.0, Wireless LAN |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
Power & battery4 details
| Power consumption (average operating) | 18 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 1.5 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 5 W |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Control type | Touch |
|---|
Design & dimensions8 details
| Input colour depth | 36 bit |
|---|---|
| Output colour depth | 24 bit |
| Width | 235 mm |
| Depth | 460 mm |
| Height | 475 mm |
| Weight | 7.91 kg |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 405 x 378 x 160 mm |
| Colour all-in-one functions | Copy, Print, Scan |
Software & compatibility5 details
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 x64 |
Further product details13 details
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
|---|---|
| Copier resize | 25 - 400% |
| Greyscale levels | 256 |
| Digital sender | No |
| Total input capacity | 100 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B4, B5 |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, SSID, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-PSK |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Drivers included | Yes |
| PictBridge | No |
| All-in-one functions | Copy, Print, Scan |
Packaging & supplied accessories3 details
| Country of origin | China |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 9.04 kg |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 465 x 460 x 230 mm |
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What is the listed print technology for Brother DCP-J525W?
The source specification records print technology as Inkjet. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed colour printing for Brother DCP-J525W?
The source specification records colour printing as Yes. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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Is Wi-Fi printing less secure?
It can be safe when the printer and network are kept updated and secured. Use manufacturer setup guidance and protect the network.
Does a scanner mean it has an automatic document feeder?
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