At the cashier’s workplace, several necessary devices must be present. One of them is a cash drawer. It places revenue and documents. It is important that this device is reliable, convenient and functional. All the necessary information about him is presented in the article.
Design
The device is a metal rectangular box. It has a retractable metal tray with a plastic liner, including compartments for banknotes and coins. The tray is locked in a drawer with a lock. Devices differ in size, number of compartments and type of closing system.
The larger the size of the cash drawer, the more branches there are. Money can be laid out at face values, which facilitates the calculation. The device should be in every store for reliable preservation of funds.
Cash proceeds
The purpose of the box is the storage of funds. After the end of the shift, cash is withdrawn from the cash desk with the removal of the Z-report on the cash register. On the basis of the allowed balance, money is put in the box for the size and change for the next shift. When returning erroneously punched amounts, funds are issued from this device.
You cannot store other money in a box, for example, seller’s personal funds or security deposits. If this device is not available, revenue is stored in arbitrary places. If there is no box, checking the work of the cashier is impossible. It is with him that the employee will be disciplined.
Reliability
Devices must be protected and wear-resistant. This is determined by several factors:
- Mechanical or electronic lock. For the cash drawer, this aspect is one of the main. Mechanical open with a key or by pressing a button / front panel. Electronic locks are considered more reliable, they open upon a signal from the cash register or fiscal registrar.
- For mechanical locks, the number of combinations should be considered. Simple devices open with a screwdriver. Complex devices have up to 300 combinations, but they also crack. The best are boxes with a unique key, which cannot be picked up.
- Sound when opening / closing. Mechanical devices usually have a shock absorption mechanism. If there is a call, the sound will notify of opening or closing. You cannot perform these actions without attracting attention.
- Emergency button to open. It is required and usually located at the bottom of the device. The button is with an open or closed plate and screw.
- Material. Cash drawers are usually metal, as well as from ASB plastic. The second option is the cheapest, but it does not provide proper security.
- The number of operating time "to failure." For intensive use, it is advisable to choose a device in which this parameter is at least 1 million openings. Sustainable devices for 2 million discoveries are also for sale.
- The mechanism of the guides. With metal bearings, the fixture lasts longer compared to bushings made of polyurethane.
When choosing a device, it is important to take into account these nuances, because it must reliably save money. In addition, it provides comfortable work of the cashier. Any verification by the regulatory authorities will be much easier.
Convenience
Cash drawers should be convenient for the employee. The device comes in several sizes:
- The device can be either compact (30 x 30 cm) or large (46 x 46 cm). Height - within 8-12 cm.
- The standard vertical fixture has parameters 46 x 17 x 10 cm.
- Large boxes are convenient for the fact that they have many compartments for banknotes and coins, but they are heavy.
- If the depth of the device is less than 20 cm, then the bills are stored vertically.
Functionality
Boxes differ in their characteristics. They must be selected depending on the destination. It is important that cash drawers fulfill their main functions:
- They usually have 4-8 compartments for coins and the same amount for notes.
- Some have the ability to increase and decrease the number of compartments by changing their width.
- With the help of fillets in the compartments, bills are pulled out faster. Paws of fixing of notes press them. Most devices have such a mechanism. Vioteh cash drawers are considered the best.
- For electronic options, the interface is important: with it, the device connects to the cashier or fiscal registrar.
- The box must be compatible with the checkout. Many models have RJ11 or RJ12 connectors.
- The interface is usually located below or behind the drawer, sometimes on top.
Popular models
The most popular cash register devices include:
- "Barcode miniCD" (mechanical). The price of a cash drawer of this type is about 1800 rubles. The device has a minimum size, it is used with autonomous KKM. The cassette for money is removable: 4 compartments for banknotes and 5 for coins. The metal case is gray.
- Barcode midiCD. The cost is 2200 rubles. This is an all-metal box with a unique lock. It is suitable for the SHTRIH-miniPOS, ShTRIH-TouchMaster POS systems.
- Barcode CD. The price is 2350 rubles. The device has a unique lock.
- Cash drawer "Mercury 100.2". The cost is about 2300 rubles. The device is designed to store money when calculating on cash registers. The upper part of the body is made of metal, and the rest is made of plastic. There are 4 compartments for banknotes, and 8 for coins.
- "Mercury 100.1". The price of the device is 2000 rubles. The metal box has small dimensions and weight, a removable compartment for coins.
- Mercury 100 Cost - 2500 rubles. A quality box is used to store money when working with cash registers.
- "MIDL 1.0". The price is 2100 rubles. The device has metal clips for notes. Opening and closing of compartments takes place using a key.
The choice
When buying a cash drawer for a cash register, several important parameters must be considered:
- The horizontal or vertical orientation of the fixture. In the first there is a compartment that extends towards the person, and in the second - a hinged top cover.
- Slot for documentation. The box will be convenient for those stores where promotions are regularly held. Paper lowered into the slot will be inside the cash drawer under the drawer. Some fixtures have 2 slots.
- Legs for fixing. They are required so that the device does not move on the surface. It is advisable to choose boxes with rubber legs.
- Second removable drawer. For horizontal devices, it is considered convenient to leave paper or money under it. For vertical fixtures, this is the box of a certain employee, which is changed during the change of the cashier.
- Color. Instruments are usually light gray or black.
- The number of operating time "to failure." For permanent use, it is better to choose a box that has at least 1 million openings.
- The mechanism of the guides. With metal bearings, the device lasts longer.
The variety of cash drawers is huge. They must be selected based on their requirements and the above characteristics. A reliable device can last a very long time.