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mC-Print3 Receipt Printer


The mC-Print3 series from Star Micronics’ is a compact 3-inch receipt printer designed for modern retail and hospitality environments. It features an IP-rated splash-proof design, front-load paper loading, and multiple connectivity options, including USB, Lightning, Bluetooth, WLAN, LAN, and CloudPRNT/WebPRNT with SteadyLAN® technology. The newest models (Ci, CBi, WCi, & WCBi) introduce CloudPRNT Next with faster, more reliable cloud-based printing, and Ultra-C connectivity, offering 20W USB-C power and data transfer for seamless connections with iOS, Android, and Windows devices. 

Highlighted Features

  • Lightning-fast printing speed of 400mm/sec
  • Peripheral Hub: Allows users to connect USB hubs to pair with multiple peripherals (MCP31 models only). This functionality enables the printers to support various devices, such as barcode scanners, scales, and customer displays, through additional USB ports. Ultra-C technology allows USB-C communication and 20W power to Windows, Android and iOS device.
  • External USB hub support for connecting peripherals
  • IP22 splash-proof, insect-proof, and dust-proof design (on 2nd Generation Models)
  • Flat Print - No receipt curling

Whats in the box

1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
Printer, AC Adapter, Power Cable, USB Cable, Paper Roll Guide, Safety Instructions, Easy Setup Guide, Flyer

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Printer, AC Adapter, Power Cable, Safety Instructions, Easy Setup Guide

Product Specifications
Dimensions (WxHxD) 5.2" x 5.5" x 4.9"
Print Speed 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)

9.8 inches/sec
2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
15.7 inches/sec
Sensor 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
Paper Out/Low Sensor
Cover-Open Sensor
Paper End Sensor

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Paper Out/Low Sensor
Cover-Open Sensor
Paper End Sensor
Near-End Sensor
Cash Drawer Detector
Emulation StarPRNT
Models Available 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
USB, Lightning, Ethernet (LAN), CloudPRNT, Bluetooth* (*mCP31LB & mCP31WBi only)

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Ultra-C USB-C for iOS, Android, & Windows, Ethernet (LAN), WLAN, CloudPRNT Next, Bluetooth* (*mCP31CBi & mCP31WCBi only)
Print Resolution 203 dpi (8 dots per mm)
Paper Specifications 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
Width: 80mm standard, 58mm with paper guide
Thickness: 0.053 ~ 0.075 mm
Roll Diameter: Up to 83 mm

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Width: 80mm standard, 58mm with paper guide
Thickness: 0.049 ~ 0.075 mm
Roll Diameter: Up to 83 mm
Power Supply 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
External: PS60A-24C

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
External: PS65AT-24A
Connectivity 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
mCP30: Ethernet (LAN), USB-B, CloudPRNT
2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
mCP31Ci: USB-C (Ultra-C) 20W Power + Data to iOS, Android (AOA) & Windows, USB-A, Ethernet (LAN), CloudPRNT Next (MQTT)
mCP31CBi: USB-C (Ultra-C) 20W Power + Data to iOS, Android (AOA) & Windows, USB-A, Ethernet (LAN), CloudPRNT Next (MQTT), Bluetooth
mCP31WCi: USB-C (Ultra-C) 20W Power + Data to iOS, Android (AOA) & Windows, Ethernet (LAN), CloudPRNT Next (MQTT), WLAN (MCW10)
mCP31WCBi: USB-C (Ultra-C) 20W Power + Data to iOS, Android (AOA) & Windows, Ethernet (LAN), CloudPRNT Next (MQTT), WLAN (MCW10), Bluetooth
IP Rating 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
IPX2 2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
IP22
What’s in the Box 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
Printer, AC Adapter, Power Cable, USB Cable, Paper Roll Guide, Safety Instructions, Easy Setup Guide, Flyer

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Printer, AC Adapter, Power Cable, Safety Instructions, Easy Setup Guide
Accessories 1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
mC-Sound, Kitchen Buzzer, Cash Drawer, Wall Bracket

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Paper Guide, USB-A to USB-C cable, Wall Bracket, 1D Barcode Scanner, mC-Sound, Kitchen Buzzer, Wireless LAN Unit (MCW10)
Operating Conditions Temperature: 5oC to 45oC
Humidity: 10% – 90% RH (without condensation)
Storage Conditions Temperature: -20oC to 60oC
Humidity: 10% – 90% RH

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Accessories

Thermal Receipt Paper Promo Pack (10 Pack of Rolls) - 3.125" Wide x 220 ft. BPA FREE. (Price is for First Promo Pack Only. Ground Shipping Only)
2-Year Swap-A-Star Enhanced Warranty for Star Micronics Thermal Printers. Adds Next Business Day Shipment Via 2nd Day Air to Standard 2 Year Warranty. Can Be Added Up to 30 Days After Product Purchase. Note: This Warranty Does Not Carry Over to the Replacement Printer.
External Power Supply for Star Micronics Printer
Ticket Alarm For Star Printers (Connects directly the the RJ11 port on the back of the printer and sounds when a print job is sent to the TSP100)
Star Micronics, MCW10, Wireless LAN Module compatible with mC-Print21W, mC-Print31W, TSP143IV. Note: To connect the printer to your WiFi network, the Network Name must have no spaces. See FAQ on Printer Product Page on how to use.
MC-Sounder, Programmable Buzzer and Visual Alarm for mC-Print
3-Year Extend-A-Star Enhanced Warranty for Star Micronics Thermal Printers. Adds An Additional 1 Year to Printer's Standard 2 Year Warranty. Can Be Added Up to 30 Days After Product Purchase. Note: This Warranty Does Not Carry Over to the Replacement Printer.
Star Receipt Paper, 80mm Width, 230ft Length. 25 Rolls per Case. Blue Core Media.
6ft USB 2.0, A to C, Black
6ft USB C to C, Male to Male
6ft USB, C to B, Black
10ft USB, Lightning to C, White
10 FT CAT6 Snagless Unshielded (UTP) Ethernet Cable
3-Year Swap-A-Star Enhanced Warranty for Star Micronics Thermal Printers. Adds Next Business Day Replacement Via 2nd Day Air to Standard 2 Year Warranty & Extends Warranty By 1 Year. Can Be Added Up to 30 Days After Product Purchase. Note: This Warranty Does Not Carry Over to the Replacement Printer.

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