Star Micronics SK1-31SF4-Q Kiosk Printer, Open Frame, 80mm, Direct Thermal

The Star Micronics Star Sanei SK1-311 Series (marketed here as the StarSwift 3‑Kiosk Printer) is a compact 3‑inch direct thermal kiosk printer designed for self‑service, retail, ticketing and POS kiosk deployments that demand reliable, high‑throughput receipt and label output. Available with presenter and peel & present options, selectable full or partial cutter modes, and USB/RS‑232 connectivity, the family combines fast printing with flexible media handling for receipts, tickets and labels. With 203 dpi print resolution, support for common paper widths and robust reliability ratings for print head and cutter life, it is engineered to simplify integration, reduce maintenance and keep customer flow moving in unattended or semi‑attended environments.

Key Features

• High performance: Up to 250 mm/sec maximum print speed delivers fast receipt and ticket output to minimize user wait time.
• Clear, reliable print quality: 203 dpi resolution produces legible text and scannable barcodes for transactional and labeling applications.
• Flexible media handling: Supports receipts, tickets and labels with roll media options, peel & present and optional presenter variants for controlled dispensing.
• Integration ready: USB and RS‑232 interfaces and StarPRNT/ESC‑POS compatibility facilitate connection to kiosk controllers and POS systems.
• Durable construction: Command‑selectable full and partial cutting and proven reliability ratings reduce downtime in high‑usage kiosks.

Specifications

• Brand: Star Micronics
• Product Name / Series: StarSwift 3‑Kiosk Printer / Star Sanei SK1‑311 Series
• Printer Type: Kiosk / Receipt / Barcode (variant dependent)
• Print Method / Technology: Direct Thermal
• Print Resolution: 203 dpi
• Maximum Print Speed: 250 mm/sec
• Print Width / Maximum Print Width: 54–80 mm (model dependent); 3.27 in (selected variants)
• Paper Width Supported: 58, 60, 80, 83 mm
• Maximum Media Width: 3.25 in (where applicable)
• Connectivity / Interfaces: USB, RS‑232 / RS‑232C
• Cutter: Full and Partial Cut (command selectable)
• Presenter / Media Handling: Presenter included and Peel & Present (dispenser) options (variant dependent)
• Supported Media Types: Receipt, Ticket, Label, Black Mark
• Power Source: Power Adapter / External power supply (required in some variants)
• External Dimensions (W x H x D): 127 x 137 x 79 mm
• Weight: 730 g
• Operating Voltage: 24 V
• Fonts: 8x16, 12x24 dots
• Character Types: PC437, 850, 852, 857, 858, 860, 863, 865, 866, WPC1252
• Reliability - Print Head Life: 150 km
• Reliability - Auto Cutter Life: 2,000,000 cuts
• Reliability - Printing Pulses (MCBF): 200,000,000 pulses