High-Speed Thermal POS
Element RW973 MKII Thermal Receipt Printer
Fast 300mm/s direct thermal printing with USB, Serial and Ethernet, built for busy retail and hospitality counters.
58mm & 80mm paper
Direct thermal
Max 300mm/s
USB / Serial / Ethernet
Auto cutter (2M cuts)
The Element RW973 MKII is an 80mm thermal receipt printer designed for high-volume point-of-sale environments. It prints crisp receipts at up to 300mm/s, switches between 58mm and 80mm thermal paper, and connects over USB, Serial (RS232) or Ethernet so it slots into virtually any retail or hospitality POS setup. With a patent-designed auto cutter and durable print head, it is built for counters that print all day.
Why choose the RW973 MKII
Fast 300mm/s printing
Clears queues quickly during peak trade with high-speed thermal output.
Triple connectivity
USB, RS232 Serial and Ethernet for flexible single or networked POS.
Patent auto cutter
Vertical double auto cutter rated to 2 million cuts for hands-free receipts.
1D & 2D barcodes
Prints 1D, 2D, QR codes and PDF417 for tickets, vouchers and labels.
Built to last
150km print head reliability with paper jam and near-end sensors.
Wide driver support
Windows, Linux and OPOS drivers for straightforward integration.
150km
Print head reliability
2 million
Auto cutter cuts
58 / 80mm
Paper width support
Drop in a roll and go
Load a fresh 58mm or 80mm thermal roll, connect over USB, Serial or Ethernet, install the matching Windows, Linux or OPOS driver, and the RW973 MKII is ready to print. Paper jam detection and double near-end sensors warn staff before a roll runs out, so the line keeps moving.
Specifications
| Brand | Element |
| Model | RW973 MKII |
| SKU | PRELRW973002 |
| Print method | Direct thermal |
| Print speed | Max 300mm/s |
| Paper width | 58mm and 80mm |
| Interfaces | USB, Serial (RS232), Ethernet |
| Supported barcodes | 1D, 2D, QR code, PDF417 |
| Auto cutter | Vertical double auto cutter, 2 million cuts |
| Print head reliability | 150km TPH |
| Sensors | Paper jam detection, double paper near-end |
| Drivers | Windows, Linux, OPOS |
| Colour | Black |
How it compares
| Model | Connectivity | Speed | Form factor | Best for |
|---|
| RW973 MKII (this printer) | USB / Serial / Ethernet | 300mm/s | Top-load 58/80mm thermal | High-volume retail & hospitality counters |
| Element RW873 F/F | USB / Serial / Ethernet | Fast thermal | Front-feed thermal | Wall or recessed mounting where front paper feed is needed |
What's in the box
- Element RW973 MKII thermal receipt printer (black)
- User manual
- Warranty card
Thermal paper rolls and interface cables are sold separately.
Frequently asked questions
What paper does the RW973 MKII use?
It is a direct thermal printer, so it uses thermal paper rolls, no ink or ribbon required. It supports both 58mm and 80mm widths thanks to an adjustable paper guard. For most receipt jobs, standard 80mm thermal rolls are the right choice.
Does it have an auto cutter?
Yes. The RW973 MKII has a patent-designed vertical double auto cutter rated to 2 million cuts, so receipts are cut cleanly and automatically.
Which connections does it support?
The printer offers three interfaces: USB, Serial (RS232) and Ethernet. Ethernet lets you share the printer across multiple POS terminals on your network, while USB suits a single till.
What barcodes can it print?
It supports 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes and PDF417, useful for tickets, loyalty vouchers and order labels.
My USB connection is not printing. What should I check?
Install the printer driver before connecting the USB cable. Skipping the driver install is the most common reason a thermal printer will not print over USB. Windows, Linux and OPOS drivers are available for the RW973 MKII.
Will it work with my POS software?
Thermal receipt printers like the RW973 MKII use the ESC/POS command set and work with most POS systems. However, some cloud POS platforms (for example Square) only support specific printer models, so always check your POS provider's supported-hardware list or call us on 1300 026 062 before you buy.
Is it reliable for all-day use?
Yes. The print head is rated to 150km of paper and the auto cutter to 2 million cuts, with paper jam detection and double near-end sensors to keep busy counters running smoothly.
Where it works best
- Retail checkouts that need fast, reliable receipt printing
- Hospitality counters, cafes and quick-service venues
- Networked, multi-terminal POS setups using the Ethernet interface
- Any environment running 1D/2D barcode tickets, vouchers or labels
Stock up on thermal rolls
The RW973 MKII runs on 80mm direct thermal paper. Keep spares on hand so you never run dry mid-shift.
Shop thermal rolls
The Element RW973 MKII (SKU PRELRW973002) is a black 80mm direct thermal receipt printer for retail and hospitality POS. It prints at up to 300mm/s, supports 58mm and 80mm thermal paper, and connects via USB, Serial (RS232) and Ethernet. It features a patent-designed vertical double auto cutter (2 million cuts), a 150km print head, 1D/2D/QR/PDF417 barcode printing, paper jam detection with double near-end sensors, and Windows, Linux and OPOS driver support.
Element · RW973 MKII · Thermal Receipt Printer · PRELRW973002 · POS Sales Australia · 1300 026 062
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