Star Micronics SK5-31UD Kiosk Printer (SK5 Series) | Adjustable, USB/Serial with Presenter

The Star Micronics SK5-31UD-LQW-H-SP3 is a high-performance, premium thermal printer mechanism designed for seamless and highly reliable integration into self-service kiosks, ticketing, and vending machines. This model is engineered for longevity and features adjustable paper guides supporting media widths from 2 inches (54mm) up to 3 inches (82.5mm).

• Adjustable Paper Width: Supports widths from 54mm to 82.5mm, offering flexibility for various ticket, voucher, and receipt formats, minimizing the need for multiple printer models.

• Integrated Presenter: Essential for secure, unattended use. The presenter unit eliminates paper protrusion, prevents vandalism, and ensures the receipt is delivered cleanly and securely after printing.

• Dual Wired Interface: Features both Serial (RS-232C) and USB 2.0 interfaces (indicated by 'UD'), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of host controllers and legacy systems.

• Ultra-Compact & Robust: Engineered for a minimal internal footprint (116mm W x 143.5mm L) and designed for high durability with a long service life in public access environments.

• High-Speed & High-Resolution: Delivers fast throughput at up to 250 mm/second with sharp 203 dpi resolution for clear text, graphics, and 1D/2D barcodes.

• Media Sensing: Includes Black Mark and Gap Sensors, enabling use with tickets, vouchers, and fixed-length labels.

• Flexible Paper Path: Supports multiple paper roll holder positions for flexible integration (e.g., left, right, or back-side paper loading).