Star Micronics - TSP143IIIU USB Thermal Receipt Printer - 250mm/s Direct Thermal, MFi Lightning, Auto-Cutter, Internal Power Supply, POS - Gray

The TSP143IIIU is a high-speed USB thermal receipt printer built for retail, restaurant, and hospitality POS environments. Part of the TSP100III series, this direct thermal printer delivers crisp 203 dpi output at speeds up to 250mm/s. It features a USB interface with an MFi-certified Lightning connection, allowing it to print directly from iPads and iPhones while simultaneously charging the connected device through a single cable. A standard USB connection also supports Windows, Android, Mac, and Linux POS terminals with simple plug-and-play setup. The built-in guillotine auto-cutter is rated for 2 million cuts, and the Drop-In and Print paper loading system accepts 80mm or 58mm thermal paper rolls up to 83mm in diameter. Print Flat Technology ensures receipts come out flat and easy to read. The compact 5.2 x 5.6 x 8-inch form factor conserves counter space, and the internal 100-240V AC power supply eliminates the need for an external power brick. It ships with a USB cable, wall mount bracket, 58mm paper guide, power cable, power switch cover, and installation CD with futurePRNT receipt design software. Energy Star certified, the TSP143IIIU is an efficient and versatile receipt printing solution for any POS setup from traditional countertop terminals to modern tablet-based systems.

• Direct iOS Printing via MFi Lightning: The TSP143IIIU connects directly to iPads and iPhones through its MFi-certified Lightning port, enabling reliable USB communication and simultaneous device charging with a single cable. No Bluetooth pairing or WiFi configuration is required, making setup as simple as plugging in one cable for tablet-based POS systems in retail and hospitality environments.
• High-Speed 250mm/s Thermal Printing: Prints at up to 250mm/s (9.84 in/sec) at 203 dpi resolution. Direct thermal technology requires no ink, toner, or ribbons, reducing ongoing supply costs. Accepts 80mm or 58mm thermal paper rolls up to 83mm in diameter. Ideal for high-volume restaurants, delivery services, and busy retail counters where speed and clarity matter.
• USB Plug-and-Play: Windows, Mac, Linux & More: The TSP143IIIU supports POS terminals running Windows, Android, Mac, and Linux via standard USB with CUPS drivers available for macOS and Linux. The USB serial number feature allows Windows to detect the printer on any USB port. Included futurePRNT software lets you customize receipts with logos, coupons, and triggered promotions.
• Durable Guillotine Auto-Cutter & Drop-In Loading: The built-in guillotine auto-cutter is rated for 2 million cuts and the overall mechanism is rated at 60 million lines MCBF. Drop-In and Print clamshell paper loading makes roll changes fast and easy. Unique Print Flat Technology and de-curl function ensure receipts always come out flat.
• Compact Design with Internal Power Supply: The 5.2 x 5.6 x 8-inch form factor conserves counter space and the internal 100-240V AC power supply eliminates the need for an external adapter. Includes wall mount bracket for vertical installation, 58mm paper guide, 6ft USB cable, 6ft power cable, power switch cover, and setup guide. Energy Star certified (MPN 39472310).