Citizen CT-S801III Thermal POS Printer Top Exit, USB 2.0, 203 dpi, Auto Cutter, Black

The Citizen CT-S801III (marketed in some channels as the series) is a compact, commercial-grade direct thermal receipt printer designed for point-of-sale and service-counter environments. It produces crisp monochrome receipts at 203 x 203 dpi and is engineered for fast, continuous operation where reliability and simple maintenance are essential. Typical deployments include retail checkouts, hospitality counters, kiosks and light service stations; benefits include a small countertop footprint, straightforward paper loading, a top-exit paper path for tidy receipt handling, integrated or external power options, and built-in cutting for clean transaction output. Flexible connectivity and operator feedback features help simplify integration and day-to-day use in busy POS workflows.

Key Features

• Direct thermal clarity: 203 x 203 dpi print engine delivers legible, consistent monochrome receipts without ink or toner.
• High throughput: Models support high print speeds (up to 500 mm/s) to keep queues moving in busy retail and hospitality settings.
• Flexible connectivity: Multiple interface options across variants — USB, USB‑B, USB Host, Serial, Parallel, Ethernet and Wi‑Fi — simplify POS integration.
• Efficient paper handling: Top-exit paper path, soft-close covers and automatic/self-retracting cutters reduce jams and speed media changes.
• Operator-friendly controls: Two-color backlit LCD, on-screen help and status indicators make setup and daily operation intuitive.

Specifications

• Brand: Citizen
• Model: CT-S801III
• Product Reference: Citizen CT‑S801III Thermal Receipt Printer
• Product Type: Receipt / Point of Sale Printer
• Print Technology: Direct Thermal
• Print Resolution: 203 x 203 DPI
• Maximum Print Speed: 500 mm/s
• Interfaces: USB, USB-B, USB Host, Serial, Parallel, Ethernet, Wi‑Fi (varies by variant)
• Paper Exit: Top / Top exit
• Cutter: Self-retracting snap-in cutter / automatic cutter (variant dependent)
• Supported Paper Widths: 58, 60, 80, 82.5 mm
• Maximum Media Width: 3.0–3.9 in
• Maximum Print Width: up to 3.15 in
• Paper Core Size: 1.00 in
• Max Roll Diameter: 3.3 in
• Media Type: Thermal paper
• LCD / Display: Two-color backlit LCD (on supported variants)
• Integrated Power Supply: Yes (variant dependent); Power Voltage: AC 100–240 V
• Built-in Buzzer: Yes (on supported variants)
• Cash Drawer Connection: Yes (on supported variants)
• Media Sensor: Paper near end sensor
• Weight: Approx. 3.5–6 lb (variant dependent)
• Color: Black
• Certifications: cUL, FCC Class A, TUV, UL, Energy Star (not certified) (as reported on select variants)
• Optional Support: Peeler/rewinder, linerless and RFID options referenced for specific configurations