Star Micronics Sanei SK1-41, USB, RS232

The Star Micronics TurboKiosk 4" Thermal Printer (marketed as the Star SaneiPrint SK1-41 family) is a compact, kiosk-ready direct thermal printer designed for self-service, retail, ticketing and healthcare labeling applications. Engineered for integration into kiosks and compact enclosures, this 4-inch thermal engine delivers dependable monochrome output with up to 203 dpi resolution and flexible media handling for labels, receipts and tickets. Multiple interface and configuration variants provide USB, USB Host and RS-232 connectivity, optional presenter or rewinder functions, and command-selectable full/partial cutting to streamline automated workflows and reduce operator intervention in high-traffic environments.

Key Features

• Reliable thermal printing: Direct thermal technology with 203 dpi resolution ensures crisp monochrome text, barcodes and 2D codes for labels, tickets and receipts.
• Integrated cutter: Automatic guillotine/full or partial cutter reduces manual tearing and delivers clean output suitable for kiosk and self-service deployments.
• Flexible connectivity: Wired interfaces including USB, USB Host and RS-232C (serial) simplify integration with a wide range of kiosk controllers and POS systems.
• Wide media support: Accepts 4" roll media (multiple supported widths and adjustable print widths 72–104 mm) and accommodates roll diameters up to ~120 mm for longer runtime between changes.
• High durability: Long-life components such as quoted cutter life and print-head life, plus high MCBF figures, deliver low-maintenance operation in continuous-use environments.

Specifications

• Brand: Star Micronics
• Model family: Star SaneiPrint SK1-41 / TurboKiosk 4"
• Printer type: Kiosk printer - direct thermal - monochrome
• Maximum print resolution: 203 dpi
• Maximum printing width: 4.09 in
• Adjustable print width: 72 - 104 mm
• Maximum print speed: 150 mm/s (approx. 5.91 in/s)
• Supported media types: Labels, receipt paper, tickets
• Supported paper/media widths: Examples include 72 mm, 80 mm, 83 mm, 112 mm (varies by variant)
• Roll maximum outer diameter: 120 mm (4.7 in)
• Media feeders: 1 x manual - 1 roll
• Interfaces / Required connections: USB 2.0, RS-232C (serial); some variants include USB Host
• Cutting: Automatic cutter (full/partial cut) — cutter included
• Cutter life (where specified): 15,000,000 cuts (select variants)
• Print head life (where specified): 150 km
• Mean cycles between failures (MCBF): 200,000,000 cycles (select variants)
• Power / Operating voltage: 24 V DC (power adapter or supply sold separately for some variants)
• Dimensions (examples): 6.3 x 3.5 x 6.3 in (variant-dependent)
• Weight (example): 3 lb (variant-dependent)
• Compliance: FCC, VCCI
• Supported barcodes: Codabar, Code 128, Code 39, Data Matrix, EAN/JAN-13, EAN/JAN-8, ITF, MaxiCode, MicroPDF417, PDF417, QR code, UPC-A, UPC-E