Star Micronics, mC-Print3, 3" Thermal Receipt Printer, Ethernet, USB-C

Star Micronics mC-Print3 3" Thermal Receipt Printer

Introduction

The Star Micronics mC-Print3 is a premium 3-inch direct thermal receipt printer designed for modern point-of-sale environments. Featuring Ethernet, USB-C, and advanced cloud connectivity, the mC-Print3 is built for retail stores, restaurants, cafés, hospitality businesses, grocery stores, and cloud-based POS systems that demand speed, reliability, and simple integration.

As part of Star Micronics' innovative mCollection®, the mC-Print3 combines a compact, space-saving design with enterprise-grade performance. Its USB-C Power Delivery connection allows compatible tablets and mobile devices to receive power and data through a single cable, while built-in CloudPRNT™ support enables direct printing from cloud applications and online ordering platforms. With high-speed printing, front-loading paper, and peripheral connectivity, the mC-Print3 is designed to streamline checkout operations and improve productivity. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Common Use Cases

Retail Point of Sale: Print customer receipts, returns, gift receipts, loyalty transactions, and sales confirmations with fast, reliable performance.

Restaurants & Food Service: Produce customer receipts, online order tickets, takeout receipts, kitchen orders, and pickup confirmations.

Coffee Shops & Cafés: Keep checkout lines moving with high-speed receipt printing during busy service periods.

Hospitality: Print guest receipts, event tickets, payment confirmations, and service documentation.

Cloud POS Systems: Print directly from cloud-based POS software and online ordering services using Star CloudPRNT™ technology.

Self-Service & Kiosks: Integrate with self-service kiosks, tablet POS systems, and unattended payment stations.

Product Details

The Star Micronics mC-Print3 is engineered for businesses that need dependable receipt printing with modern connectivity. Its compact cube design, front paper loading, USB-C Power Delivery, Ethernet networking, and support for Star Micronics Cloud Services make it an excellent choice for today's connected businesses. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Printer Type: Thermal Receipt Printer

Print Technology: Direct Thermal

Print Width: 3 inches (80 mm)

Maximum Print Speed: Up to 400 mm per second (model dependent)

Paper Width: 80 mm with optional 58 mm paper guide

Connectivity: Ethernet LAN and USB-C with Power Delivery (model dependent)

Cloud Features: CloudPRNT™, StarIO.Online™, WebPRNT™, and SteadyLAN™ technology

Peripheral Support: USB-A hub for compatible barcode scanners, customer displays, cash drawers, and other Star mCollection peripherals

Media Loading: Front-loading "drop-in" paper design with automatic cutter

Operating System Support: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, ChromeOS, and iOS (model dependent)

Best For: Retail POS, restaurants, online ordering, hospitality, kiosks, grocery stores, cafés, and cloud-connected point-of-sale systems. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Why Buy the Star Micronics mC-Print3?

Designed for Modern POS: Built specifically for today's cloud-connected businesses with support for traditional POS software, tablets, and web-based applications.

USB-C with Power Delivery: A single USB-C connection provides both communication and power for compatible tablets and mobile devices, reducing cable clutter and simplifying installation. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

CloudPRNT™ Ready: Print online orders directly from cloud services without requiring a continuously running local computer, making it ideal for restaurants and ecommerce operations. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

High-Speed Performance: Print receipts at speeds up to 400 mm per second to reduce customer wait times and keep checkout lines moving efficiently. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Expandable POS Hub: Built-in USB peripheral ports allow compatible barcode scanners, customer displays, and other accessories to connect directly through the printer, reducing desktop clutter. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Why Buy from ShopPOSPortal?

ShopPOSPortal specializes in POS hardware, receipt printers, barcode scanners, cash drawers, and payment solutions for retail, hospitality, restaurants, and ecommerce businesses. Our experts can help you select the right receipt printer, connectivity option, and accessories for your software and workflow.

Whether you're upgrading an existing checkout station, deploying cloud-based POS software, or opening a new location, ShopPOSPortal can help configure the Star Micronics mC-Print3 with the correct peripherals and supplies to keep your business operating efficiently.