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Compact grey thermal receipt printer with autocutter and USB cable

Transact

Transact Ithaca iTherm 280 label printer USB 280-USB-DG

SKU CH-0V9W-7PRKT

Direct thermal label printer supporting 3.13-inch media at 203 dpi with 8 ips speed and USB connectivity

  • Print TechnologyDirect Thermal
  • Max Resolution(B&W)203 x 203 dpi
  • Direct thermal printing eliminates ink or toner costs
  • 203 dpi resolution produces sharp barcodes and text
  • 8 inches per second print speed keeps queues moving
  • USB interface connects directly to POS systems
  • Auto-cutter delivers clean receipt edges every time

Direct thermal receipt printer for POS counters

The Transact Ithaca iTherm 280 prints 3.13-inch receipts at 203 dpi using direct thermal technology. A USB interface connects it to standard POS terminals without extra adapters. It targets retail and hospitality counters that need a compact, reliable printer for transaction records.

203 dpi resolution and 8 inches per second

At 203 x 203 dpi the output stays legible for barcodes, logos and text on 3.13-inch paper rolls. The 8 ips black print speed keeps queues moving during peak hours. Direct thermal media eliminates ink or ribbon costs, but the print can fade under heat or prolonged sunlight.

Replaces slower serial or parallel receipt printers

Moving from a legacy serial or parallel model to this USB unit removes cable clutter and driver conflicts on modern POS software. The jump is worth it when the current printer jams frequently, printheads show lines or the autocutter fails. It does not suit kitchens needing waterproof construction or operations requiring colour output.

Highlights

  • Direct thermal printing eliminates ink or toner costs
  • 203 dpi resolution produces sharp barcodes and text
  • 8 inches per second print speed keeps queues moving
  • USB interface connects directly to POS systems
  • Auto-cutter delivers clean receipt edges every time

Specifications

Print TechnologyDirect Thermal
Max Resolution(B&W)203 x 203 dpi

Questions about this item

Will the USB interface on this iTherm 280 work with a legacy POS terminal that only has USB 1.1 ports?

The printer uses a standard USB connection and is backward compatible with USB 1.1 hosts, though data throughput will be limited to the older port's speed.

How can I verify the 203 dpi print quality is correct after installing the printer?

Print a self-test page using the feed-button sequence; the output should show crisp, uniform text and barcodes at the rated 203 dpi resolution without missing dots.

Does the 280-USB-DG include a roll of 3.13-inch thermal paper and the 100-240 VAC power supply, or must I buy them separately?

The box contains the printer, an integrated autocutter, the external 100-240 VAC power supply and a USB cable; thermal paper rolls are sold separately.

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