Brother MFC-L8970CDW A4 31ppm Duplex Network Wireless Colour Multifunction Laser Printer

Built for high-volume, document-intensive business environments, the Brother MFC-L8970CDW delivers fast, reliable performance for larger teams. Its intuitive touchscreen interface, strong document handling and expandable paper options help reduce downtime and keep work flowing. With advanced workflow support and security features, it’s a dependable solution for busy offices.

Features:

• Up to 31 ppm colour & mono print speed with 20 ppm Duplex speed
• 35ipm (50ipm) scan speed colour & mono
• 17.6 cm colour touchscreen
• 250-sheet standard paper input, with up to 1,040 sheets of additional capacity via optional lower trays
• Flexible connectivity including wired, wireless, mobile and NFC options.
• Fast first page out time of less than 9.9 seconds for both colour and mono

The Brother MFC-L8970CDW is available through us on Brother’s fully managed print solution designed for New Zealand businesses:

• Fixed Monthly Cost: One simple monthly fee covering hardware, servicing, supplies, and support. No price increases during the contract.
• Reduce Print Costs Significantly: Benefit from the latest print technology, and high‑yield consumables delivering sharp, predictable cost‑per‑page pricing.
• Consumables Delivered Before You Run Out: Printers are proactively monitored, with toner and supplies automatically delivered free before you need them.
• 24/7 NZ Support & Service Included: 24/7 NZ-based support plus maintenance, servicing, and on-site repairs included. No hidden costs.
• Free Recycling Included: Brother takes care of recycling used consumables and hardware

Reach out to our team today - See how low your business printing costs can be.

Basic Specs:

• Functions: Print, Copy, Scan, Fax, A4 Printing, Double-Sided Printing
• Printer Type: Colour Laser
• Dimensions (DxWxH): 505 x 454 x 460 mm
• Weight: 26.8kg
• Print Speed: 31 / 31 ppm (A4/Letter)
• Paper Type: Plain Paper, Thin Paper, Recycled Paper, Colored Paper, Letter Head
• Paper Size: A4, Letter, B5(JIS), A5, B6(JIS), Executive, Legal, A4 Short, Folio, 16k (195x270mm), India Legal, Mexico Lega
• Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 1,340 Sheets (with added optional trays)

Print:

• 2-Sided Duplex Paper Type: Plain Paper, Letterhead, Coloured Paper, Thin Paper, Thick Paper, Thicker Paper, Recycled Paper, Glossy Paper
• 2-Sided Duplex Paper Size: A4

Paper Handling:

• Tray 1 - Paper Type: A4, Letter, A5, A5(Long Edge), A6, Executive, Legal, Folio, Mexico Legal
• Tray 1 - Paper Size: A4, Letter, A5, A5 (Long Edge), A6, Executive, Legal, Folio, Mexico Legal
• Tray 1 - Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 250 sheets of 80 g/m2 Plain Paper
• Tray 2 - Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 250 sheets of 80 gsm plain paper
• Tray Multi-purpose - Paper Type: Plain Paper, Thin Paper, Thick Paper, Thicker Paper, Recycled Paper, Bond Paper, Label, Envelope, Env.Thin, Env.Thick, Glossy Paper
• Tray Multi-purpose - Paper Size: Width: 76.2 to 215.9 mm (3" to 8.5")Length: 127 to 355.6 mm (5" to 14")Envelope: COM-10, DL, C5, Monarch
• Tray Multi-purpose - Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 50 sheets of 80 g/m2 Plain Paper (Up to 10 envelopes)
• Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 80 sheets (80 g/m²) A4/Letter size
• Paper Output: Up to 150 sheets of 80 gsm Plain paper (face-down delivery to the face-down output paper tray)

Copy:

• Multiple Copies: Sorts/Stacks (up to 999 pages)
• Enlarge/Reduce: 25% to 400% (in increments of 1%)

Scan:

• Resolution - Scanner Glass: Width: Up to 215.9 mm Length: Up to 300 mm
• Resolution - Automatic Document Feeder (ADF): Up to 600 × 600 dpi

Fax:

• Compatibility: ITU-T Super Group 3
• Modem Speed: ITU-T Super Group 3
• Memory Transmission: ITU-T Super Group 3
• Out of Paper Reception: ITU-T Super Group 3

Connectivity:

• Connectivity: Wireless Network/Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet Networking
• WiFi Direct: Yes

Network:

• Wireless Network Security: WEP 64/128 bit, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA3-SAE (AES)*Wi-Fi Direct supports WPA2-PSK (AES) only.

Operation:

• Power Source: AC 220 to 240V 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption - Ready: Approx. 60 W
• Power Consumption - Sleep: Approx. 8.4 W
• Power Consumption - Power Off: Approx. 0.04W
• Noise Level: 49 dB(A)

Software and Apps:

• Mobile Apps: iPrint&Scan, AirPrint