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Description

Citizen CT-S281UBU-WH-PLM1 Thermal POS Printer with Cutter

The Citizen CT-S281UBU-WH-PLM1 is a compact thermal printer designed for point-of-sale receipt and label printing. This unit combines a thermal print mechanism with an integrated auto-cutter, making it suitable for retail, hospitality, and quick-service environments where compact footprint and dual-mode printing are required.

Key Features

  • Thermal print technology for fast, quiet receipt and label output
  • Integrated auto-cutter for automated label and receipt separation
  • USB connection for straightforward POS system integration
  • White (WH) finish for indoor retail and hospitality countertops
  • Compact form factor — fits tight spaces behind register or service counter

The CT-S281UBU-WH-PLM1 serves installers and integrators deploying compact POS solutions in retail and food-service environments. For detailed specifications, mechanical drawings, and driver compatibility, contact Citizen directly or consult the manufacturer datasheet.

Specifications
Printing Technology: Direct Thermal
Resolution: 203 dpi
Print Speed Maximum: 80 mm/sec
Print Width Maximum: 48 mm
Media Width: 58 mm
Media Thickness: 60 to 100 μm
Main Interface: Serial (RS-232C), USB (version 1.1)
Optional Interfaces: Serial (RS-232C), Parallel (IEEE 1284), USB
Input Buffer: 4K bytes
Emulations Languages: ESC/POS
Barcodes: EAN-13, UPC-E, UPC-A, EAN-8, Codabar, ITF, CODE39, CODE93, CODE128, CODABAR(NW-7), PDF 417, QR Code
Dimensions: 106x180x105 mm
Weight: 0.63 Kg
Power Supply: 100 to 240V
Power Output: DC 8.5V
Reliability: 100 Million pulses or 50 Km
Cutter Reliability: 1 million cuts
Operating Temperature: -20 to +50°C
Operating Humidity: 10% – 85% RH
EMC Standards: CE, TUV, UL, C-UL, FCC class B, VCCI
Case Colour: White
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