Paper Roll Supply Module; Paper Roll Holder; Near-End Sensor - Star Micronics TUP900 Series Specification Manual

3-6 Paper Roll Supply Module

3-6-1 Paper Roll Holder

(1) Paper roll Support Method:
(2) Paper Tube:
Note 1) The accessory components must be replaced to use each of the paper tubes.
(3) Paper Width Adjustment:

3-6-2 Near-end Sensor

(1) Format:
(2) Width Direction Adjustment:
(3) Cable Length:
Note 1) The near-end sensor cable length is determined according to the combination of optional
parts.
Remove the cable bundle when changing the layout of the printer or when using the optional
parts and printer unit. Also, be careful when removing the cable not to damage its insulating
cover.
(4) Residual Paper Amount (For Reference):
Notes 1) See section 8.5 for details regarding the near-end sensor position.
2) The printer unit is adjusted to the reference position 'a' when shipped from the factory.
Table 3.6.2.3 Paper roll Sensor Diameter (For Reference)
Reference Position
Reference 'a'
Reference 'b'
Reference 'c'
Notes 1) The residual paper amounts described in the table above are for reference. Always check
that actual conditions of use to use this device.
2) Residual paper amounts described in the table above are for reference when using the
following types of paper roll.
TUP900 Series Specifications Manual
Shaft Support Method Using the Paper roll Holder (Fixed Shaft Unit)
Inner Diameter φ1 Inch Paper Tube (φ25.4 ±1 mm)
Inner Diameter φ2 Inch Paper Tube (φ50.8 ±1 mm)
Inner Diameter φ3 Inch Paper Tube (φ76.2 ±1 mm)
79.5 ±0.5 to 111.5 ±0.5 mm Adjustable to any width.
Reflective Type Photo-interrupter
79.5 ±0.5 to 111.5 ±0.5 mm Adjustable to handle any width.
870 ±15 mm
The residual amount to detect is adjusted by moving the near-end
sensor unit in the paper roll diameter direction.
See the following table regarding the paper roll that is detected by the
near-end sensor.
Also, see Fig. 8.5.2.A. for the applicable reference position.
Sensor Diameter
(Paper roll Outer Diameter)
φ41.5
φ67.5
φ93.5
Paper tube inner diameter:
Paper tube outer diameter:
Paper thickness:
Residual Paper Amount
(Calculated Value)
8 m
42 m
93 m
φ25.4
φ32.4
65 µm
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