Thermal receipt printer Metapace T-3III, USB & Ethernet, cutter, 180 dpi, 80 mm media width, 300 mm/s, kit with USB cable and power

The Metapace T-3III is a direct thermal receipt printer engineered for retail and hospitality environments where reliable, fast receipt printing is required. This model supports both USB and Ethernet connectivity, integrates an automatic cutter, optical media sensor and a buzzer, and accepts 80 mm wide thermal paper. With a print resolution of 180 dpi (7 dots/mm) and a maximum print speed of up to 300 mm/s, the T-3III balances legibility and throughput for point-of-sale, ticketing and queuing applications. The kit includes a splash cover, USB cable, external power supply with EU cord, a cleaning pen, a receipt roll and a quick start guide to simplify setup and first-use procedures.

Advantages

The printer offers dual connectivity via USB and Ethernet for flexible installation and networked deployment. A built-in cutter streamlines receipt handling and reduces manual tearing, while the optical sensor supports paper-out detection and automatic feed alignment. At 180 dpi resolution the unit produces clear text and simple graphics suitable for receipts, barcodes and logos. The included accessories—splash cover, cleaning pen and spare roll—help maintain uptime and reduce maintenance interruptions.

Suitable for

• Retail point-of-sale receipt printing
• Restaurants, cafes and hospitality order receipts
• Ticketing desks and event admissions
• Queue management and service counters

Key specifications

• Printing method: direct thermal
• Print resolution: 180 dpi (7 dots/mm)
• Maximum print width: 72 mm (supports 80 mm media)
• Maximum print speed: up to 300 mm/s
• Interfaces: USB and Ethernet
• Automatic cutter: integrated
• Optical paper sensor and buzzer: included
• Media type: thermal paper rolls, 80 mm width
• Accessories in kit: splash cover, USB cable, power supply with EU cord, cleaning pen, receipt roll, quick start guide

How to use

Install the included power supply and connect the Metapace T-3III to a host system using the USB cable for single-station setups or via Ethernet for networked use. Load an 80 mm thermal paper roll following the quick start guide, verify the optical sensor alignment and close the cover. Configure the printer driver on the POS or server to match the 72 mm print width and 180 dpi resolution. Use the cutter function as needed; the unit will cut automatically after configured receipt lengths or on command from the host software.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use standard thermal receipt paper compatible with 180 dpi printing and avoid thermal papers with chemical coatings that can reduce printhead life. Regularly clean the printhead with the supplied cleaning pen and keep the splash cover in place in humid or dusty environments. When deploying on a network, assign a static IP or reserve an address in DHCP to ensure consistent connectivity from POS terminals.