2 1/4" x 60' Thermal Paper Rolls — Everything You Need to Know

The 2 1/4" x 60' thermal paper roll is the most widely used receipt paper size for credit card terminals and portable POS devices in Canada. If you're using a Moneris, Verifone, Ingenico, PAX, or Clover terminal, there's a very good chance this is the roll you need. Here's everything you need to know before you order.

What Is a 2 1/4" x 60' Thermal Paper Roll?

This roll is 2 1/4 inches wide and 60 feet long. Like all thermal paper, it requires no ink or ribbons — the paper reacts to heat from the printer head to produce text. It's the standard size for most countertop and wireless payment terminals used in Canadian retail, restaurants, and service businesses.

Which Terminals Use 2 1/4" x 60' Paper?

This is the go-to size for the majority of credit card and debit terminals in Canada, including:

  • Moneris — iCT250, iWL220, iWL250, v400c, VX520, VX810, VX820
  • Verifone — VX510, VX520, VX570, VX610, VX670, VX675, VX680, VX810, VX820, VX690
  • Ingenico — iCT200, iCT220, iCT250, iWL220–iWL280, Desk 3500, iPP220, iPP315, iPP320
  • PAX — A920, A920 Pro, A80, S300, S500, S900
  • Clover — Mini, Mobile
  • Global Payments — iCT220, iCT250, iWL220, iWL250
  • TD — Desk 5000, Move 5000, Freedom IV/V, iWL252, iWL255, iCT250
  • And many more!

What to Look for When Buying

  • BPA Free — Always choose BPA free paper. BPA is a chemical coating used in some thermal papers that can be absorbed through skin contact — a real concern for staff handling receipts all day.
  • Core ID — Most 2 1/4" rolls have a 1/2" core. Confirm your terminal's core requirement before ordering.
  • Diameter — Standard rolls are approximately 1 1/2" in diameter. Make sure your terminal's paper compartment accommodates this.
  • Print quality — Premium paper produces sharper prints that resist fading longer, keeping your receipts legible for customers and records.

How Many Rolls Do You Need?

A typical retail or restaurant terminal goes through 1–2 rolls per day. A case of 50 rolls lasts most single-terminal businesses 4–8 weeks. For businesses with multiple terminals or high transaction volumes, our bulk case pricing offers significant savings.

Available Formats

We carry 2 1/4" x 60' thermal paper in several formats:

  • 50 Rolls Per Case — great for small businesses and single-terminal locations
  • 100 Rolls Per Case — better value for busier locations
  • 10 Cases (500 or 1,000 Rolls) — reduce reorder frequency and save more per roll
  • 50 Cases (5,000 Rolls) — wholesale pricing for distributors and large operations
  • 100 Cases (5,000 Rolls) — our best bulk pricing for maximum volume buyers
  • Coreless rolls — for terminals designed for coreless media, reducing waste

Why Order from Thermal Paper Canada?

We specialize in thermal paper and POS supplies for Canadian businesses. All of our rolls are BPA free, premium grade, and ship daily across Canada with fast delivery to Toronto, Ottawa, and all major cities. Whether you need a single case or a full pallet, we have the pricing and inventory to keep your business running.

Not sure which roll fits your terminal? Contact us and we'll confirm compatibility before you order.

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