Star Micronics CD4-1616BK55-S2 Choice Cash Drawer, Black, 16" x 16"

Star Micronics CD4-1616BK55-S2 Choice Cash Drawer, Black, 16" x 16"

The Star Micronics 37968790 CD4-1616BK55-S2 Choice Cash Drawer is a compact, printer-driven cash drawer for retail stores, restaurants, cafés, service counters, convenience stores, and POS checkout stations that need secure cash storage in a space-saving footprint. This black 16"W x 16"D cash drawer is designed for compatible POS receipt printer-driven cash drawer setups and includes a cash drawer cable.

This configuration includes a 5-bill / 5-coin till layout, two media slots, and a durable black finish that fits common countertop POS environments. Pair it with a compatible receipt printer, POS hardware, and receipt paper for a complete checkout station.

Compatibility depends on your POS software, operating system, connection type, drivers, accessories, and configuration. Confirm compatibility before ordering.

Quick Answer

The Star Micronics CD4-1616BK55-S2 is a black 16" x 16" printer-driven cash drawer with a 5-bill / 5-coin insert, two media slots, and included cable. It is best for compatible POS checkout environments where the cash drawer opens through a supported receipt printer or POS cash drawer connection.

Product Details

Detail	This Listing
Brand	Star Micronics
SKU / Part Number	37968790
Model	CD4-1616BK55-S2
Series	Choice Cash Drawer
Color	Black
Size	16"W x 16"D
Drawer Type	Printer driven
Till Layout	5 bill / 5 coin
Media Slots	2
Cable	Included

Best For

• Retail checkout counters
• Restaurant and café POS stations
• Convenience stores and liquor stores
• Service counters and customer service desks
• Small business cash register replacements
• Printer-driven POS cash drawer setups
• Businesses using compatible Star Micronics receipt printer workflows

Key Features

• Printer-driven operation: Designed to open through a compatible receipt printer or supported POS cash drawer setup.
• Compact 16" x 16" footprint: Fits many retail, restaurant, and service counter checkout stations.
• 5-bill / 5-coin till: Helps organize common cash denominations for daily checkout operations.
• Two media slots: Provides space for checks, coupons, slips, or other media without opening the drawer.
• Black finish: Matches many modern POS terminals, printers, and checkout counters.
• Cable included: Includes the cash drawer cable for supported printer-driven installations.
• Star Micronics POS hardware fit: A strong choice for businesses building around compatible Star Micronics receipt printer and POS setups.

Printer-Driven Cash Drawer Setup

This Star Micronics cash drawer is printer driven, which means it is typically connected to a compatible receipt printer or POS cash drawer interface rather than operating as a standalone network device. When the POS software sends the correct command through the receipt printer, the drawer can open as part of the checkout workflow.

Before ordering, confirm that your receipt printer, POS software, drawer cable, operating system, and printer settings support cash drawer triggering. If you are unsure, review the POS hardware compatibility guide or contact a POS hardware expert.

What You May Need With This Cash Drawer

• Receipt printer to trigger the printer-driven drawer workflow
• Star Micronics receipt printers for compatible Star POS printer setups
• Receipt paper for your POS receipt printer
• Barcode scanner for retail checkout and item lookup
• 2D barcode scanner for QR codes, loyalty codes, mobile coupons, and screen scanning
• POS hardware for complete checkout stations
• All-in-one POS system if you need a complete touchscreen checkout terminal

Common Use Cases

Business Type	How the CD4-1616BK55-S2 Fits
Retail stores	Supports cash handling at checkout counters when paired with a compatible receipt printer and POS system.
Restaurants and cafés	Fits front counter, host stand, bar, and quick-service checkout stations.
Convenience stores	Provides a compact cash drawer layout for high-traffic checkout counters.
Service counters	Works for repair shops, salons, clinics, wireless stores, and specialty service desks.
Small businesses	A practical cash drawer option when replacing a traditional cash register with a POS station.

Important Compatibility Notes

• This is a printer-driven cash drawer, not a standalone Ethernet, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi cash drawer.
• Confirm your receipt printer has the correct cash drawer support.
• Confirm your POS software can send the drawer-open command through the printer.
• Confirm cable compatibility before installation.
• Confirm size and counter fit before ordering.
• If you are replacing an existing drawer, compare the model number, connection type, drawer dimensions, and till layout.

Why Choose a Star Micronics Cash Drawer?

Star Micronics cash drawers are commonly used in retail and hospitality POS environments alongside receipt printers, cash drawers, barcode scanners, and touchscreen POS terminals. The CD4-1616BK55-S2 is a practical choice for businesses that want a compact black cash drawer with media slots, organized bill and coin storage, and printer-driven operation.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Ordering a printer-driven drawer without checking the printer: The drawer must be compatible with your receipt printer and POS software workflow.
• Assuming all cash drawer cables are the same: Confirm the included cable matches your receipt printer and setup.
• Ignoring counter size: This drawer is 16"W x 16"D, so check available counter space before ordering.
• Confusing drawer size with till layout: This model includes a 5-bill / 5-coin configuration.
• Expecting wireless operation: This listing is for a printer-driven cash drawer setup.

Related Products and Categories

• Cash drawers
• Star Micronics receipt printers
• Receipt printers
• Receipt paper
• Barcode scanners
• 2D barcode scanners
• All-in-one POS systems
• POS hardware

Related Guides

• Smart POS terminal cash register solutions
• POS hardware compatibility guide
• POS hardware setup and troubleshooting center
• How to choose the right POS hardware
• Contact a POS hardware expert

Why Buy from Spartan POS?

Spartan POS supplies cash drawers, receipt printers, barcode scanners, POS terminals, receipt paper, label printers, and related checkout hardware for real retail, restaurant, hospitality, and service counter environments. Spartan POS supports the products it sells and can help confirm whether the Star Micronics CD4-1616BK55-S2 is the right cash drawer for your printer, POS software, cable, counter space, and checkout workflow.

Need help before ordering? Browse more cash drawers, compare receipt printers, review the POS hardware compatibility guide, or contact a POS hardware expert.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Star Micronics 37968790 cash drawer?

The Star Micronics 37968790 is the CD4-1616BK55-S2 Choice Cash Drawer in black. It is a 16"W x 16"D printer-driven cash drawer with a 5-bill / 5-coin till layout, two media slots, and included cable.

Is the CD4-1616BK55-S2 printer driven?

Yes. This cash drawer is printer driven, which means it is designed to open through a compatible receipt printer or supported POS cash drawer interface.

Does this cash drawer include a cable?

Yes. This listing states that the cable is included. Confirm compatibility with your receipt printer before installation.

How many bill and coin compartments does it have?

This model includes a 5-bill / 5-coin layout.

Does it have media slots?

Yes. The Star Micronics CD4-1616BK55-S2 includes two media slots for checks, coupons, slips, or other media.

What size is this cash drawer?

This cash drawer is 16" wide by 16" deep.

Will this cash drawer work with my POS system?

Compatibility depends on your receipt printer, POS software, operating system, connection type, drawer cable, drivers, and configuration. Confirm compatibility before ordering.

Can Spartan POS help confirm compatibility?

Yes. Spartan POS can help review your receipt printer, POS software, cash drawer cable, counter setup, and checkout workflow before you order.

Bottom Line

The Star Micronics 37968790 CD4-1616BK55-S2 Choice Cash Drawer is a black 16" x 16" printer-driven cash drawer for compatible retail, restaurant, convenience store, service counter, and small business POS checkout setups. With a 5-bill / 5-coin till, two media slots, and included cable, it is a practical cash drawer choice for businesses building or upgrading a POS station.

Shop the Star Micronics CD4-1616BK55-S2 from Spartan POS, browse more cash drawers, pair it with compatible receipt printers, or contact a POS hardware expert for compatibility help.