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Citizen CT-S651 Series Printer Thermal Paper Rolls & Supplies

Paper Roll Products & Maintenance Recommendations For Your Citizen CT-S651 & CT-S651II Printers


Citizen’s CT-S651 series thermal printers are popular Point of Sale (POS) receipt printers that offer reliable, fast printing and a unique design. They are used in a wide range of industries including hospitality, retail stores, restaurants, and many other businesses.

POS Supply Solutions carries stock thermal paper rolls for Citizen CT-S651 & Citizen CT-S651II printers, as well as other supplies to help keep your printer working fast and efficiently. Check out our product recommendations and answers to the most popular questions about the CT-S651 below.


Q: What are the different Citizen CT-S651 models?
Citizen CT-S651II Thermal Printer

A: There are a few on the market, including: Citizen CT-S651, Citizen CT-S651II, Citizen CT-S651IIS3ETUBKP, Citizen CT-S651IIS3UBUBKP, Citizen CT-S651IIS3UBUWHP, Citizen CT-S651IIS3PAUBKP, and Citizen CT-S651IIS3RSUBKP.


Q. What size paper do Citizen CT-S651 printers take?

A. The standard Citizen CT-S651 & Citizen CT-S651II receipt printer 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 the Citizen CT-S651 series include:

Q. What is the biggest paper roll my Citizen CT-S651II thermal receipt printer will hold?

A. Citizen CT-S651 series printers will hold a roll with an outside roll diameter of 83mm. The gold standard CT-S651II 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-S651II printer?

A. Unfortunately, no. Citizen’s CT-S651 & CT-S651II 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-S651II receipt printer?

A. For proper cleaning and maintenance of your CT-S651 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-S651 series POS printer? Check out our blog posts below for more info.

Citizen CT-S651II 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-S651 & CT-S651II 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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