Kiosk 3.5" Thermal Printer
Model 385M
The 385M is a thermal printer purpose-built for demanding environments such as live event ticketing, transportation and parking kiosks, labeling, and voucher printing. Manufactured in the USA by Microcom Corporation, the 385M delivers reliable performance with 300 dpi resolution and print speeds up to 8 inches per second. From barcodes and passes to tickets and tags, the 385M delivers exceptional clarity and consistency in every print.
Manufactured in the US
The Microcom 385M is manufactured in the USA at Microcom Corporation’s Ohio facility. Designed, manufactured, tested, and supported by Microcom, the 385M gives OEMs and system integrators a U.S.-manufactured printing solution for demanding ticketing, kiosk, labeling, and voucher applications.
Adjustable Paper Width
.75” - 3.25”
(19.1 mm - 82.6 mm)
Communication Ports
USB-C, Ethernet Connectivity (optional WIFI, Bluetooth)
Max Print Speed
Up to 8” / second (200 mm)
Print Resolution
300 DPI
High-speed processing built for heavy volume and extreme conditions. An independent solution for the self-service world.
The 385M is purpose-built for demanding environments such as live event ticketing, transportation, and parking kiosks, labeling, and voucher printing. With a 300 dpi resolution and print speeds up to 8 inches per second, this printer delivers exceptional clarity and consistency in every print — from barcodes and passes to tickets and tags.
Key Features
Dimensions
Accessories
- Optional industrial guillotine cutter
- Field replaceable wear parts
- Paper up to .07” thick
- Long life print head
- Rugged metal design
- 8” per second print speed
- Auto-loading capability
- Microsoft Windows® print driver for quick and easy integration also Linux CUPS Driver and Android SDK
- Microcom LDS programming language
- Adjustable black line sensor
- USB-C, Ethernet Connectivity (optional WIFI, Bluetooth)
- Software-controlled print contrast adjustment
- Self-centering and locking media guides
- Multiple mounting locations for flexible kiosk installation
- Downloadable, scalable fonts
Height 3.5” (88.9 mm)
Width 5.2” (132.1 mm)
Depth 6.6” (167.6 mm)
Weight 2.5lbs. (1.134 kg)
- NFC and UHF RFID Option
- Pinch Holder Option
- Roll Holder (6" to 8" OD) Option
Drivers
- For general Windows printing using Windows print sub system
- POS for .NET service object and device manager | Requires LDS2 Operation
Utilities
- Terminal application for communication with Microcom products
Developers Tools
Windows Driver Sample Application
- Used to demo the Microcom Windows driver programmatically | Requires Windows Print Driver
Manuals
- Download and view the manual for the Microcom Windows driver
- Download and view the operator's manual for the Microcom 385M thermal printer
Media
- 4" x 6” Die-Cut Labels
- APC Postage
- Continuous Roll (up to 4.375” wide)
- Die-Cut Labels
Recommended Uses
385M Applications:
- Live Event and Box Office Ticketing
- Parking and Transportation Passes
- Admissions, Vouchers and Tag Printing.
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