Star Micronics TSP143IIIU 39472310 receipt printer
Direct thermal desktop printer prints 43 receipts per minute at 203 dpi with auto-cutter, USB connectivity, and drop-in paper loading
- Interface typeUSB
- Power drawAverage 1.6 Amp. Printing, 0.1 Amp. Standby
- Printing methodDirect Line Thermal
- Printer categoryDesktop
- Printing speed43 RPM
- Max monochrome resolution203 dpi (8 dots per mm)
- Fast 43 RPM receipt output with 250 mm/s print speed
- Sharp 203 dpi direct thermal printing for clear text and barcodes
- Reliable guillotine auto-cutter rated for 2 million cuts
- Drop-in paper loading supports 80 mm and 58 mm widths
- USB Type-A port enables direct iPad or iPhone connection and charging
Star Micronics TSP143IIIU Receipt Printer
The Star Micronics TSP143IIIU is a direct thermal desktop printer built for point-of-sale environments such as retail counters and restaurant service stations. It connects via USB and supports Windows, Mac and Linux platforms while also offering a dedicated USB Type-A port for direct iPad or iPhone communication and charging. The unit prints monochrome receipts at 203 dpi resolution using standard 80 mm or 58 mm paper widths.
Sustained throughput and paper handling
Rated at 43 receipts per minute (250 mm/s), the mechanism is designed for continuous high-volume shifts rather than occasional bursts. An auto-cutter rated for 2 million cuts and a 60 million line MCBF figure indicate durability under heavy daily load. The drop-in paper loading and de-curl function keep media feeding smoothly during extended print runs, while the operating temperature range of 5 to 45 degrees Celsius suits typical indoor commercial settings.
Compatibility and setup checks
Verify that your host system provides a standard USB Type-B connection for computer use or a Lightning cable for iOS devices, as neither cable is included with the PUSB version. The printer draws power from the USB port, so confirm the host can supply adequate current without an external adapter. Ensure roll diameter does not exceed 83 mm and paper thickness stays within 0.053 to 0.085 mm for reliable feeding.
How it compares
Measured against everything we stock in Thermal Receipt Printers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.
- Price $201.99
- Cheaper than about 59% of the 201 comparable items (median $254.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Star Micronics |
| Product line | TSP100III |
| Model name | TSP143IIIU GRY US (39472310) |
| Product color | Gray |
| Printer category | Desktop |
| Performance | |
| Printing speed | 43 RPM |
| Max monochrome resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots per mm) |
| Ports & slots | |
| Interface type | USB |
| Power | |
| Power draw | Average 1.6 Amp. Printing, 0.1 Amp. Standby |
| Power supply | USB Port |
| Size & build | |
| Product dimensions | 5.19 in × 5.59 in × 8.03 in |
| Product weight | 3.79 lb (1.72 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 2.67 kg |
| Package size | 269 × 234 × 216 mm |
| Compatibility | |
| Accepted media sizes | Width: 80 mm standard, 58 mm with paper guide Thicknes: 0.053–0.085 mm Roll Diameter : Up to 83 mm |
| OS compatibility | Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows XP 32 Bit, Vista 32 / 64-bit, Windows 7 32 / 64-bit, Server 2008 32 / 64-bit, XP Embedded |
| Mac compatibility | Mac, Mac OS X |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Humidity range operating | 10% - 90% RH (without condensation) |
| Maximum operating temperature | 45 degrees Celsius |
| Minimum operating temperature | 5 degrees Celsius |
| More details | |
| Printing method | Direct Line Thermal |
| Supported barcodes | Extended barcode functionality - 9 versions / PDF 417, Maxicode Option |
| Cutter type | Auto-Cutter with Emergency tear bar on the front guide; Guillotine (Partial Cut Only) |
| Reliability MCBF | 60 Million Lines |
Questions about this item
How much noise and heat does the 43 RPM thermal printer produce when running all day?
Direct thermal printing with no ink ribbon runs quietly; the mechanism is rated for 60 million lines MCBF and the operating range is 5 °C to 45 °C with 10–90 % humidity.
What host device and cable must I already own to use the USB Type-A or Type-B ports?
You need a computer or tablet with a matching USB port — Type-B for Windows, Mac or Linux, Type-A for iPad or iPhone using an Apple Lightning cable, or Android via a USB adapter.
Will the 80 mm or 58 mm rolls and existing Windows 7 driver work with this TSP143IIIU?
Yes — the printer accepts 80 mm standard or 58 mm paper with the included guide, and the supplied driver CD supports Windows 7 32/64-bit, Windows 10, Server 2008 and Mac OS X.
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