Star Micronics TSP143IV SK Series | Linerless Sticky Label Printer

The Star Micronics TSP143IV SK is a specialist direct thermal hardware solution purpose-built for linerless label printing. Representing the latest technical evolution of the industry-standard TSP100 series, this range is designed specifically for high-pressure Quick Service Restaurants (QSR), takeaway counters, dark kitchens, and fast-paced retail environments.

Unlike traditional label printers, linerless technology utilises paper rolls without silicone backing liners. This offers major operational advantages: it eliminates slick, discarded backing paper from kitchen floors, permits more labels per roll to reduce swap-out frequency during peak services, and allows variable-length label cutting to minimise paper waste.

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Core Hardware Features

1. Integrated Label Taken Sensor (LTS)

The TSP143IV SK features a mechanical paper-retention sensor at the exit mouth. When printing multi-item online delivery orders or kitchen prep sequences, the printer holds the next job in the queue until the operator has physically removed the current sticky label. This prevents consecutive labels from packing together or sticking to one another during rapid ticket printing.

2. Specialised Anti-Stick Guillotine Cutter

Standard receipt printer cutters will jam immediately if used with adhesive media. The TSP143IV SK features a heavy-duty, teflon-coated guillotine cutter designed to slice clean through repositionable adhesives without accumulating sticky residue, ensuring a long operational lifespan.

3. Android Open Accessory (AOA) Protocol

The integrated USB-A port supports Android Open Accessory (AOA) technology. When connected to a compatible Android tablet via a standard USB cable, the printer establishes a direct, physical data connection while simultaneously delivering a 1.5A charge to the tablet. This prevents network dropouts on tablet-based till points.

4. Built-In CloudPRNT Next Technology

Running on the modern MQTT communication protocol, Star's CloudPRNT Next allows the printer to communicate directly with web servers. It pulls and prints online orders from platforms such as Shopify, WooCommerce, Deliveroo, or Uber Eats web portals automatically, bypassing the need for a local PC or tablet to act as an intermediary bridge.

Technical Specifications

• Print Method: Direct Line Thermal

• Media Type: Linerless Labels (Repositionable "Re-Stick" & Permanent)

• Print Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots per mm)

• Print Speed: Up to 180 mm / second

• Paper Specifications: * Width: 80mm standard (Adjustable down to 40mm using internal guides)

  • Roll Diameter: Up to 83mm

  • Adhesive Compatibility: Approved linerless media brands (e.g., MaxStick, Restick)

• Autocutter: Teflon-coated guillotine cutter (Partial cut, heavy-duty)

• Advanced Sensors: Label Taken Sensor (LTS), Paper End, Cover Open

• Operating System Support: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, WebPRNT, CloudPRNT

• Dimensions: 140 mm (W) x 169 mm (D) x 123 mm (H)

• Weight: 1.3 kg

• Warranty: 4-Year Manufacturer Warranty

• Box Contents: Printer, Power Cable, USB-C to USB-A Cable, Ethernet Cable, Paper Guide, Quick Setup Manual

Industry Applications

• Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) & Takeaways: Used at the packing station to print variable-length tickets that stick directly to brown paper delivery bags, plastic containers, or coffee cups, removing the need for plastic staples or tape.

• Kitchen Food Prep & Safety: Ideal for printing internal food rotation labels, ingredient lists, and allergen alerts. Repositionable labels stick firmly to stainless steel inserts or plastic tubs but peel away clean without leaving a gummy glue residue before washing.

• Click & Collect / Retail Logistics: Perfect for rapid printing of dispatch labels and item identification tags directly onto inventory boxes during warehouse sorting.