TSC Alpha-30R, Basic, USB, BT, NFC, 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), display, black

The TSC Alpha-30R SwiftPrint Rugged is a compact mobile direct thermal receipt and label printer engineered for field and point-of-sale applications where reliability and connectivity matter. Designed for retailers, hospitality, logistics and mobile service teams, the Alpha-30R supports linerless media and offers a balance of rugged protection, clear 203 dpi output and multiple wireless interfaces for seamless integration into existing systems. Variants include options with or without an internal battery, LCD display and optional cutter or RFID, enabling tailored configurations that deliver efficient on‑the‑move printing, simple device management and reduced downtime in demanding environments.

Key Features

• High-quality thermal printing: 203 dpi direct thermal engine provides crisp receipts and barcode labels suitable for POS, ticketing and labeling tasks.
• Robust mobile connectivity: Multiple connectivity options across variants including USB Type‑C, Bluetooth 5.0 (MFi), NFC and Wi‑Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac / 802.11ac) for fast pairing and integration.
• Rugged design for field use: IP54 ingress protection and MIL‑STD‑810 compliance with rated drop resistance (2.1 m; 2.5 m with case) for durability in transport and harsh conditions.
• Flexible media support: Native support for thermal paper, labels and linerless media reduces consumable complexity and enables compact roll usage on the move.
• Variant configurability: Models offer options such as LCD display, real time clock, cutter, RFID capability and different battery configurations to match operational needs.

Specifications

• Brand: TSC
• Product family / model: ALPHA-30R (Alpha-30R SwiftPrint Rugged)
• Printing technology: Direct thermal
• Print resolution: 203 dpi
• Maximum print width: 72 mm (3 in)
• Maximum print length: 2794 mm
• Print speed: Typical variants: 127 mm/s (basic) up to 152 mm/s (premium); some listings indicate up to 6 ips
• Memory: DRAM 128 MB / Flash 128 MB (typical)
• Supported printer languages / emulations: TSPL‑EZC, EPL2, ZPL2, CPCL, ESC/POS (emulates Datamax and Zebra where noted)
• Connectivity: USB Type‑C, Bluetooth 5.0 (MFi), NFC, Wi‑Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac / 802.11ac) — exact interfaces vary by SKU
• Display & controls: LCD display (selected variants), 2 status LEDs and 3 physical buttons
• Media compatibility: Thermal paper, receipts, labels and linerless media support
• Maximum roll diameter: 57 mm
• Battery: Some variants include a rechargeable/extended battery; others are sold without an internal battery (configurable per SKU)
• Battery voltage: 7.4 V (where battery included)
• Dimensions: 118 x 158 x 68 mm (example variant)
• Weight: 650 g (example variant)
• Ruggedness & protection: IP54 ingress protection; MIL‑STD‑810 compliance; drop resistance 2.1 m (2.5 m with case)
• Indicators & sensors: Head opening sensor; black mark and reflective/transmissive sensors (model dependent)
• Optional features: Cutter, RFID (availability depends on configuration)