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Citizen CT-E651 Printer Thermal Paper Rolls & Supplies

Paper Roll Products & Maintenance Recommendations For Your Citizen CT-E651 POS Thermal Receipt Printer


Citizen’s CT-E651 series thermal printers are among the most popular Point of Sale (POS) receipt printers for the hospitality and retail industry. The front exit/front loading design makes it an excellent choice for bars and restaurants due to it being more resistant to spills and crumbs, while it’s compact design allows it to perfectly beneath all-in-one retail systems or alongside a cash drawer, making it ideal for retail stores.

POS Supply Solutions carries stock thermal paper rolls for Citizen CT-E651 printers, as well as other supplies to help keep your printers working fast and efficiently. Check out our product recommendations and answers to the most popular questions about CT-E651 series receipt printers below.


Q: What are the different CT-E651 models?
Citizen CT-E651 Thermal Printer

A: There are a few on the market, including: Citizen CT-E65, Citizen CT-E651BTUBK, Citizen CT-E651BTUWH, Citizen CT-E651ETUBK, Citizen CT-E651ETWUBK, Citizen CT-E651NNUWH, Citizen CT-E651RSUBK and Citizen CT-E651RSUWH.


Q. What size paper does the CT-E651 thermal printer take?

A. The standard Citizen CT-E651 paper size is 3 1/8" x 230’. Buy 3 1/8" x 230' Thermal Receipt Paper (50 Rolls) here. Our 3 ⅛” x 230’ thermal paper rolls are high-quality, BPA-free, and available for Free, Same-Day Shipping!


Q. Are there other receipt rolls that I can use?

A. Other thermal paper roll options that we recommend for your Citizen CT-E651 include:

Q. What is the biggest paper roll my Citizen CT-E651 thermal receipt printer will hold?

A. Citizen CT-E651 thermal printers will hold a roll with an outside roll diameter of 83mm. The gold standard CT-E651 printer paper size is 3 1/8" x 230’, however the length of the paper roll can vary. Check out our 3 1/8" x 301' BPA-Free Super-Saver Thermal Receipt Paper (50 Rolls) for a larger roll option.


Q. Do you have a paper roll that won't fade as quickly?

A. Yes, we offer longer-life thermal paper rolls with 10+ and 20+ year archivability.


Q. Can I use a 2-Ply Carbonless Paper Roll in my Citizen CT-E651 thermal receipt printer?

A. Unfortunately, no. Citizen’s CT-E651 printers are thermal POS printers, meaning that they do not take any ink or ribbons. Only thermal paper rolls can be used. Learn more about thermal paper and how it works here.


Q. How do I clean my Citizen CT-E651 receipt printer?

A. For proper cleaning and maintenance of your CT-E651 series printers, try our 3" Thermal Printer Cleaning Cards with Waffletechnology (15 Cards). These cards are designed to remove dirt, ink, adhesive residue and other contaminants from thermal print heads, paper guides and paper paths. Using this safe and effective product before inserting every new roll will help improve print quality and avoid annoying misprints and paper jams.


Need more help with your Citizen CT-E651 POS printer? Check out our blog posts below for more info.

Citizen CT-E651 Printer Brochure
Troubleshooting Your Thermal Printers
Installing & Replacing Thermal Paper Rolls In Your POS Receipt Printer


We hope this answers all your questions, and that you feel confident in choosing the right paper roll products for your Citizen CT-E651 series printer. POS Supply's paper is always top-quality and priced right - plus, we offer fast delivery and FREE Shipping on orders of $49 and over! Find out how to save more time and money through our autoship program.

POS Supply can also customize any thermal paper roll for your Citizen POS printers. Pre-print your business logo, surveys, QR codes, coupons and other branding on the back of your receipt paper and maximize your brand visibility! Learn more about Custom Printed Paper Rolls here.


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