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Manufacturer codeHL-5040
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About the Brother HL-5040
Brother HL-5040 is listed in the laser printers category. The recorded specifications include colour printing: No. This entry covers manufacturer code HL-5040. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Brother HL-5040, the recorded details include colour printing: No; maximum resolution: 2400 x 2400 DPI; print speed (black, normal quality, a4/us letter): 16 ppm. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Colour printing
- No
- Maximum resolution
- 2400 x 2400 DPI
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 16 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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Brother HL-5040 specifications
Manufacturer code: HL-5040 · Icecat product 63667 · Checked 21 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Colour printing | No |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 2400 DPI |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 16 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Sound power level (standby) | 30 dB |
|---|
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Memory (RAM) | 8 MB |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 133 MHz |
Printing, scanning & paper2 details
| Maximum output capacity | 150 sheets |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | 210 x 297 mm |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Colour | No |
|---|---|
| Width | 476 mm |
| Depth | 456 mm |
| Height | 510 mm |
| Weight | 15.9 kg |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 382 x 383 x 252 mm |
Further product details3 details
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 12 s |
|---|---|
| Maximum input capacity | 250 sheets |
| Memory upgrade | 0.136 GB |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Country of origin | Japan |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 17.7 kg |
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What is the listed colour printing for Brother HL-5040?
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What is the listed maximum resolution for Brother HL-5040?
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