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Direct Thermal Printing Labels: Meaning, Benefits & Printer Types

  Labels play a quiet but powerful role in everyday business tasks. From shipping parcels to managing stock, the right label can save time, reduce errors, and improve workflow. One popular option many businesses rely on today is direct thermal printing labels . They are easy to use, cost-effective, and well-suited for fast-moving environments. This guide explains what direct thermal printing labels are, how they work, their benefits, and the different printer types available—so you can decide if they’re the right choice for your needs. What Are Direct Thermal Printing Labels? Direct thermal printing labels are labels that produce images without ink, toner, or ribbons. Instead of using extra supplies, the printer applies heat directly to the label surface. When heated, the label changes color and forms text, barcodes, or images. Because of this simple process, direct thermal printer labels are commonly used for short-term labeling needs such as shipping labels, receipts, and prod...
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Popular POS Cash Drawers

Cash Drawers are a core component for every Point Of Sale System. Although Cash Drawers are pretty simple POS Systems but choosing the right one for your business is the key. You also need to have the right cabling system to connect your drawer to the receipt printer for seamless business operation. The drawers are available in manual, USB and Serial connectivity models for easy compatibility with any system. It is vital to get a POS Cash drawer that is simple yet sturdy and can help you store all your dollars, business documents and credit card receipts safely.

Let’s take a look at some of the most popular POS Cash Drawers.

The VPos EC410 Standard Cash Drawer from Echo is a silent heavy duty cash drawer with steel construction and a painted front.  It has a 3 position key lock with 5 note holders and 8 coin slots.

http://www.poscentral.com.au/vpos-cash-drawer-ec410-5n-8c-24v-blk.html 

Some other specifications of EC410 include:

Dimensions
410 W x 415 D x 100 H (mm without Feet)
Bill Tray
Metal bill clips
Adjustable Bill & Coin Case
Coin Tray
Removable Money Tray & Coin Case
Media slot
Two front access slots for check, credit card receipt or any paper
Lockable Lid
Lockable Lid for the cashiers to change trays (option)
Durability
Up to 2,000,000 operations
Colour
Black
Weight
10.6 kg

In case you are looking for an extra robust cash drawer that can withstand the toughest of POS business environments, the Nexa CB900 Cash Drawer would be an ideal choice. It is a 5 note 8 coin cash drawer that has dual media slots, 3 position lock and metal note clips.

http://www.poscentral.com.au/nexa-cb900-cash-drawer-white.html 

A look at the specifications:

Dimensions
410 W x 415 D x 100 mm H
Media Slots
2 Media slots
Interface
Connection via receipt printer, (RJ12)
Insert
Insert made of ABS plastic
Security
 Locking bar and 3 position key lock
Options
Bell Under counter mounting bracket Additional Insert
Colour
Black & White
Weight
6.8 kg
Another popular one is the Posiflex CR-4100 Cash Drawer. This medium sized solenoid Cash Drawer has a screw less tamper proof design and sturdy case. It has a 3 position key lock and offers 8 coin and 5 bill compartments. The CR-4100 offers three position connector (RJ12) cable that easily connects to top brand printers from Posiflex, Epson, Citizen, StarLock and more.

http://www.poscentral.com.au/posiflex-cr-4100-smart-i-f-parallel-cash-drawer-black.html 

Some other specifications include:

Dimensions
428mm(w) x 460mm(D) x 100mm(H)
Weight
6.0kg
MTBF
>1,000,000 open / closes
Colours
Beige or Charcoal
Cash insert
Removable
Note Compartments
5 Fixed
Cain Compartments
9 Fixed
Bill Clip
Metal
POS Central offers a wide range of cash drawers from top brands at the most competitive prices.  Talk to our experts at 1300 590 094 or log on to www.poscentral.com.au for more!

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