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Star Micronics mC-Print3

Name: Star Micronics mC-Print3
Brand: Star Micronics
Price: 414.67 USD
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mC-Print3 (iOS)

mC-Print3 - iOS Compatible Thermal Receipt Printer (USB, WiFi, Bluetooth) The mC-Print3 is mCollection's 3-inch POS printer is a fantastic printer for modern retail and hospitality environments. This printer allows for seamless integration with iOS devices running iOS 15 or higher.

• Software: Square, Shopify, Lightspeed, Touch Bistro, Dutchie
• Max Print Width: 3 Inches
• Warranty: 2-Year
• Return Period: 15 Days
• Lifetime Support
• Free Shipping

Compact, ultra-connected 3-inch receipt printing

The Star Micronics mC-Print3 is a compact front-loading receipt printer for retail, hospitality, kitchen, and online-order workflows. Its flat-print design helps receipts leave the printer without curling, while the sealed, front-access layout makes paper changes easier in tight counter spaces.

Choose first-generation MCP30 models for proven 250 mm/s printing or second-generation MCP31 models for speeds up to 400 mm/s, updated connectivity, and model-dependent CloudPRNT Next and Ultra-C support.

Key Specifications

Print Method: Direct thermal
Print Speed: 250 mm/s (MCP30); 400 mm/s (MCP31)
Paper Widths: 80 mm or 58 mm with guide
Resolution: 203 dpi
Interfaces / Connectivity: Model-dependent USB, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Lightning, and USB-C
Cutter and Reliability: Partial-cut guillotine; 2 million cuts; 60 million lines MCBF; 100 km head life MCP30 / 200 km MCP31
Platform Support: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android support varies by generation, interface, and SDK
Dimensions and Weight: 132 × 140 × 125 mm
Warranty: 2-year limited warranty in the US and Canada

In the Box

MCP30: Printer, AC adapter, power cable, USB cable, safety instructions, Easy Setup Guide, and flyer
MCP31: Printer, compact PS65 AC adapter, power cable, safety instructions, and Easy Setup Guide

Contents vary by generation. Interface cables are not included with every MCP31 configuration.

Fast, Clean Counter Printing

Flat receipts and front access

The mC-Print3 prints and exits receipts from the front to reduce curl and keep the top surface clear. The IPX2-rated MCP30 and IP22-rated MCP31 enclosures are designed for demanding counter environments.

Connected for Modern POS

Choose the interface set that fits

Available configurations support wired, wireless, mobile, and cloud printing. Second-generation models add updated peripheral connectivity, with CloudPRNT Next and Ultra-C available on supported configurations.

Built for Daily Throughput

Long-life printhead and cutter

A 60-million-line MCBF, generation-specific printhead life up to 200 km, and a cutter rated for 2 million cuts support steady receipt volume in retail, hospitality, and online-order stations.

Star Micronics Media

Looking for Compatible Receipt Paper?

Shop Star Micronics direct-thermal receipt paper for dependable feeding and print quality. Choose compatible 80 mm or 58 mm rolls for your mC-Print3 configuration.

Need help matching the right media? Call our POS specialists at 800-903-6571.

Shop Compatible Star Receipt Paper →

Dimensions (W x D x H)

132 x 140 x 125 mm (5.2 x 5.5 x 4.9 in)

Print Speed

1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
250 mm/s (9.8 in/s)

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
400 mm/s (15.7 in/s)

Sensor

1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
Paper-out, cover-open, and paper-end sensors

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Paper-out, cover-open, paper-end, near-end, and cash-drawer-detector sensors

Emulation

StarPRNT

Models Available

MCP30; MCP31Ci; MCP31CBi; MCP31WCi; MCP31WCBi (color and interface set vary by option)

Print Resolution

203 dpi (8 dots/mm)

Paper Specifications

1st Generation (MCP30 Models)
Width: 80 mm standard; 58 mm with paper guide
Thickness: 0.053–0.075 mm
Roll diameter: up to 83 mm

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Width: 80 mm standard; 58 mm 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, and CloudPRNT

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
MCP31Ci: USB-C (Ultra-C) power and data, USB-A, Ethernet, and CloudPRNT Next
MCP31CBi: MCP31Ci interfaces plus Bluetooth
MCP31WCi: USB-C (Ultra-C) power and data, Ethernet, CloudPRNT Next, and Wi-Fi
MCP31WCBi: MCP31WCi interfaces plus 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, safety instructions, Easy Setup Guide, and flyer

2nd Generation (MCP31 Models)
Printer, compact PS65 AC adapter, power cable, safety instructions, and Easy Setup Guide

Accessories

mC-Sound, ticket alarm, cash drawer, wall bracket, wireless LAN unit, paper guide, USB-A-to-USB-C cable, and compatible USB barcode scanner (model support varies)

Operating Conditions

Temperature: 5°C to 45°C
Humidity: 10%–90% RH (without condensation)

Storage Conditions

Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Humidity: 10%–90% RH

Auto Cutter

Guillotine (partial cut only)

Print Method

Direct line thermal

Printer Case Color

White or black

Number of Columns

48 columns

Character Size

12 x 24 dots

Character Set

ANK 95; 32 international characters; 128 graphic characters; Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Taiwanese character support

Code Pages

48 (Star mode)

Barcodes

9 one-dimensional barcode formats; PDF417; MaxiCode

Line Spacing

3 mm, 4 mm, or programmable

Paper Loading

Easy front loading

Maximum Print Width

72 mm on 80 mm paper; 51 mm on 58 mm paper

Top Margin

1st Generation (MCP30 Models): 11 mm default
2nd Generation (MCP31 Models): 2 mm support

Logo Store Capacity

Unlimited

Power Consumption

Average 1.6 A printing; 0.1 A standby

Box Dimensions (W x D x H)

37966870

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.

$135.00

30782110

External Power Supply for Star Micronics Printer

$47.16

39594002

BU01-24-A Ticket Alarm, for Compatible Star Printers and mC-Connect Drawer Controller

$50.00

30907200

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.

$178.10

39594012

MC-Sounder, Programmable Buzzer and Visual Alarm for mC-Print

$147.44

37966880

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. NCNR (Non-Cancelable, Non-Returnable).

$47.50

37966290

Star Receipt Paper, 80mm Width, 230ft Length. 25 Rolls per Case. Blue Core Media.

$85.51

28871-1

6ft USB 2.0, A to C, Black

$17.51

28826-1

6ft USB C to C, Male to Male

$19.50

28859-1

6ft USB, C to B, Black

$20.25

C2G54560-1

10ft USB, Lightning to C, White

$41.75

27153-1

10 FT CAT6 Snagless Unshielded (UTP) Ethernet Cable

$14.00

XWP-T220PF-10-ADD

Phenol-Free Thermal Receipt Paper, 3.125 Inches by 220 Feet, 10-Roll Pack; Introductory Pack Price, Ground Shipping Only

$45.00

37966980

3-Year Swap-A-Star Enhanced Warranty for Star Micronics Thermal Printers. Provides next-business-day replacement via 2nd Day Air during the standard 2-year warranty and extends coverage by 1 year. May be added within 30 days of printer purchase. Coverage does not transfer to the replacement printer. NCNR (non-cancelable, non-returnable).

$165.00

37951740

3.15" (80 mm) x 230 ft. Thermal Receipt Paper: BPA-, BPS-, and Phenol-Free, Case of 25 Rolls, Blue Eco

$105.72

39590150

Wall Mount Bracket (mCP30)

$63.91

37950930

Star BSH-20U Handheld 1D/2D USB Scanner with Stand, White

$153.25

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