Tera 405R 16-inch Cash Drawer, 4-Bill/8-Coin

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Product guide

Tera 405R 16-inch Cash Drawer, 4-Bill/8-Coin

The Tera 405R cash drawer is a full-size till drawer with a 4-bill, 8-coin tray and key-operated three-position lock. Its RJ12 connection supports printer-triggered opening only when the connected printer and POS setup support the required signal, it cannot connect directly to a POS by USB.

At a glance

Removable tray has four bill slots, eight coin compartments and spring-loaded bill clips.
A front media slot accepts receipts, cheques or large notes without opening the drawer.
Three-position key lock supports printer-triggered opening, manual key opening and locked mode.
RJ12 cable connects the drawer to a compatible receipt or thermal printer, automatic opening depends on the printer and POS signal support.

Price

£37.99Save 24%

Reference price: ~~£49.89~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Separate bill and coin compartments help organise cash at checkout.
Manual key opening allows use without a printer or POS connection.
Six keys and an RJ12 cable are listed in the supplied contents.

Cons

No direct USB connection to a POS device, printer-triggered opening requires a compatible printer and POS signal.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity
Brand	Tera
Model	405R

Dimensions and installation
Mounting type listed	Freestanding
Dimensions listed	10D x 41W x 41H centimetres
Weight listed	5 Pounds

Materials and protection
Material listed	Alloy Steel, Metal
Water resistance listed	Waterproof

Cash handling and connection
Tray layout	4 bill slots, 8 coin compartments
Connection	RJ12
Lock positions	3-position lock

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives the dimensions as 10D x 41W x 41H centimetres and also describes them as 41 x 41 x 10 cm, the stated weight is 5 Pounds while capacity is separately listed as 5.3 Kilograms, so the weight/capacity terminology is inconsistent. It calls the drawer waterproof, but also specifies indoor use and advises keeping it dry, do not treat the waterproof label as confirmation of outdoor or humid-area suitability. The listing describes countertop or under-counter placement, while the mounting field says freestanding, confirm fit and installation for your counter.

What’s in the box

Included

16-inch cash drawer
RJ12 cable
6 keys
User manual

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Shops, cafés, restaurants and other indoor checkout counters using cash.
POS setups with a receipt or thermal printer that supports cash-drawer opening signals.
Buyers who want distinct bill and coin compartments and manual key access.

Less suited to

Setups requiring a direct USB connection between the drawer and POS.
Outdoor use or buyers needing confirmed performance in humid conditions.
Counters where the listed dimensions or full-size footprint will not fit.

Tera 405R 16-inch Cash Drawer, 4-Bill/8-Coin · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 788 ratings

5 stars81%81%
4 stars10%10%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars1%1%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback describes the drawer’s quality, functionality and storage capacity positively, including a report of printer-command opening. Experiences are mixed on durability, size and the lock: some find it sturdy, while others call it flimsy or too large. The reported printer operation is relevant to the RJ12 setup, but automatic opening still depends on compatible printer and POS signalling, check the listed dimensions against your counter. The aggregate rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 788 ratings, which gives an overall snapshot but does not establish why individuals rated it as they did.

Positive themes

Customers praise quality and functionality.
Customers report positive storage capacity, including the compartment layout.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback is mixed on durability, with reports ranging from sturdy to flimsy.
Some customers consider the drawer too large.
Feedback on the locking mechanism is mixed.

Frequently asked questions

Can the Tera 405R connect directly to a POS by USB?

No. The listing says it has no USB port, it connects by RJ12 to a compatible receipt or thermal printer, which then connects to the POS.

How does automatic opening work?

The drawer can open on a signal from a compatible printer, but the printer and POS software must support cash-drawer opening. It can also be opened manually with a key.

Can it be used without a printer?

Yes. It can be opened manually with the key, automatic opening requires a suitable printer connection.

Is it suitable for outdoor use?

The listing specifies indoor use and recommends keeping it dry, despite also labelling its water resistance as waterproof.