SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer

Adjustable & Feature-Rich

Adjustable & Feature-Rich

Meet the future of high-speed kiosk printing with Star Micronics’ SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer. Boasting a high print speed of 250mm/s at a resolution of 203dpi, this fully housed, standout device guarantees sharp, top-quality prints in seconds. The SK5-31 features innovative anti-jam technology, user-friendly maintenance, multiple connectivity options (USB/Serial or USB/LAN), an adjustable paper guide, and a unique paper eject assistance function, ensuring seamless operations even in high-volume environments. With its stylish design and robust versatility supporting a broad range of applications, the SK5-31 printer sets a new standard in efficient, reliable, and professional-grade printing solutions.

Key Features

  • Fully enclosed design with incorporated presenter for easy maintenance
  • Versatile connectivity options: USB/Serial (RS-232) or USB/LAN (Ethernet)
  • Innovative inner looping mechanism for seamless paper feed and ejection
  • Adjustable paper arm with 12 positions for various paper widths
  • Extended cutter life expectancy, doubling the competition’s

SK5-31 Adjustable Thermal Kiosk Printer for Self-Service & More

Versatile Connectivity Options

The SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer offers versatile connectivity, featuring USB/Serial (RS-232) or USB/LAN (Ethernet) models to provide options that suit various operational needs. The robust connectivity capabilities make it easy to connect with multiple devices and platforms, enhancing overall efficiency. Whether you’re managing parking, self-payment, or lottery and gaming applications, the SK5-31’s reliable connectivity ensures smooth, uninterrupted operations.

Adjustable Paper Arm for Flexibility

Designed with flexibility in mind, the SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer includes an adjustable paper arm that supports 12 different positions, accommodating various paper widths from 54mm to 82.5mm. This feature ensures the printer can handle a wide range of printing tasks with ease. Coupled with its high-speed printing of up to 250mm/s, paper ejection speed of 600mm/s, and advanced anti-paper jam technology, the SK5-31 provides a versatile and efficient solution for any business.

Seamless Printing Performance

The SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer is designed to ensure smooth and uninterrupted printing operations. It features an advanced anti-paper jam function with easy paper jam removal and an innovative inner looping mechanism for seamless paper feed and ejection. The adjustable black mark sensor accommodates diverse application needs, making it a versatile and reliable choice for high-volume environments.

Part of the Star Micronics Kiosk Printer Series

The SK5-31 is part of the full line of Star Micronics kiosk printers. Star proudly offers a wide variety of kiosk printers in different paper sizes (2”, 3”, and 4”) with compact or modular footprints and multiple optional accessories like bezels, presenters, large paper roll holders, and more. These kiosk printers are ideal for self-service kiosks in restaurants, retail stores, parking, gas stations, transportation hubs, and more.

Speed and Quality High-speed printing up to 250mm/s with exceptional print clarity at 203dpi resolution
Design and Usability Fully enclosed printer design with an integrated presenter for easy maintenance. It features a stylish design, standard LED Bezel, and presenter for increased usability.
Versatility and Paper Handling Able to print on receipts, traditional black mark labels, and black mark tickets with an adjustable 2-inch to 3-inch paper guide. It features an anti-paper jam function, easy paper jam removal, and paper eject assistance function.
Connectivity and Compatibility USB/Serial (RS-232C) or Ethernet (LAN)/USB models. It’s compatible with StarPRNT and ESC/POS emulation for effortless integration.
Advanced Features Paper retract mode, receipt capture functionality for unclaimed tickets, and extraordinarily fast paper ejection speed of 600mm/s.
Longevity and Durability Cutter life expectancy that doubles the competition and a comprehensive sensor system including paper-in, paper near-end, and paper load sensors.
Printer Method Direct Line Thermal Printing
Print Speed Max 250mm/sec
Paper Ejection Speed Max 600mm/sec
Paper/Ticket Ejection Length 60mm – 250mm
Adjustable Paper Width 54mm to 82.5mm (variable paper widths)
Print Widths Max 80mm
Paper Diameter 150mm standard (with options that extend to 200mm or 254mm)
Presenter Clamp mode (bottom loop only), Retract mode, Continuous mode
Paper Sensors Near-end Sensor, Paper-end Sensor, BM (Black mark) Sensor, Presenter Sensor
Resolution 8 dots/mm (203 dpi)
Font 8×16, 12×24 dots
Character Types Katakana, PC437/850/852/857/858/863/865/866/860/862/864/737, WPC1252/1252_2/1254/1250/1251/PC1253
Bar Code UPC-A/E, JAN13/8, CODE39, ITF, CODABAR, CODE128, GS1 Databar Omni-directional, Truncated, Limited, Stacked, Stacked Omni-directional
2D Bar Code QR, MicroQR, MaxiCode, MicroPDF417, PDF417, DataMatrix
Interface USB2.0/Serial (RS-232C) or Ethernet(LAN)/USB2.0 models available
Emulation Modes StarPRNT or ESC/POS
Cutter Full cut
Operating Voltage DC 24V
External Dimensions 116 x 143.5 x 76.4mm (W x D x H) (including LED Bezel, excluding paper holder and projections)
Reliability MCBF (Printer)
Print Head
Auto Cutter Life
200 Million Lines
150km
2 Million Cuts or more
Safety Standard VCCI, FCC, CE CLASS A
Warranty 1 Year Standard Warranty

SK5-31 Models

Part Number Model Description
37951630 SK5-31UD-LQW-H-SP2 SK5, Kiosk 2-3″ Adjustable Paper Guide, Holder, Presenter, LED Bezel, USB/Serial, Ext PS Needed, CB-SK1-D12 And CB-SK1-D13 Cable Included
37951620 SK5-31UE-LQW-H-SP2 SK5, Kiosk 2-3″ Adjustable Paper Guide, Holder, Presenter, LED Bezel, USB/LAN, Ext PS Needed, CB-SK1-D12 And CB-SK1-D13 Cable Included

Receipt Paper for SK5-31

Part Number Model Description
37966510 TRF80-D150-C25 S 8PK Paper, Thermal, Star Basic, TUP500: 80 mm Width, 950 ft Length, 150 mm Diameter, 25 mm Core, Fiber Core, 8 Rolls/Case Buy Now

SK5-31 Warranty Information

Part Number Model Description
37966890 Kiosk 3 YR Extend-A-Star Extends standard warranty to total of three (3) years. Valid in US / CA / Latin America. See terms & conditions for details.
37966900 Kiosk 4 YR Extend-A-Star Extends standard warranty to total of four (4) years. Valid in US / CA / Latin America. See terms & conditions for details.
37967040 Kiosk 2 YR Extend-A-Star Extends SK-1 standard warranty to total of two (2) years. Valid in US / CA / Latin America. See terms & conditions for details.
37967160 Kiosk 2 YR Extend Limited Adds one (1) year limited warranty to SK-1 standard warranty. Valid in Latin America. See terms & conditions for details.
37967170 Kiosk 3 YR Extend Limited Adds one (1) year limited warranty to standard warranty. Valid in Latin America. See terms & conditions for details.
37967180 Kiosk 4 YR Extend Limited Adds two (2) years limited warranty to standard warranty. Valid in Latin America. See terms & conditions for details.

SK5-31 Power Supply

Part Number Model Description
37964690 SK1-PS-M US SK1, Power Supply, AC (M) Adapter, AC Cable Included (US)

TUP500 Conversion Power Supply

Part Number Model Description
37950070 CB-SK1-D11 ADAPTER SK1, Power Adapter Cable, SK1-PS-M US, Hoshiden PS to 2 Pin Molex Printer
37950080 CB-SK1-D12 ADAPTER SK1, Power Adapter Cable, SK1-PS-M US, Molex PS to 2 Pin Molex Printer

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