ACLAS CRV3X (Type A) – Portable ETR & eTIMS Compliant Tax Register
The ACLAS CRV3X (Type A) is an advanced, high-performance portable Electronic Tax Register (ETR) engineered for seamless compliance with Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Invoice Management System (TIMS) and eTIMS standards. Moving beyond basic legacy cash registers, it features a responsive silicon rubber keypad, a clear multi-line operator LCD display ($65 \times 132$ pixels), and a customer-facing 14-digit alphanumeric LCD.
Equipped with a FIPS Level 2 certified secure cryptographic integrated circuit (IC) for bank-level data encryption, the CRV3X securely archives encrypted transaction records for up to 5 years. It integrates a high-speed thermal printer capable of up to 150 mm per second with an easy drop-in 57mm paper loading mechanism, backed by a robust rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack and flexible Wi-Fi, 3G/4G, and Ethernet communication channels.
Key Technical Specifications
| Feature | Technical Specification |
| Model & Type | ACLAS CRV3X Portable Fiscal Device (TIMS Type A Architecture) |
| Print Method & Speed | Direct Thermal, up to 150 mm/sec |
| Printer Width | 57 mm thermal paper roll |
| Operator Display | $65 \times 132$ pixels multi-line LCD |
| Customer Display | 14-digit Alphanumeric LCD |
| Security Standard | FIPS Level 2 Certified Secure IC for Fiscal Encryption |
| Data Storage | 5 Years Secure, Encrypted Internal Fiscal Memory |
| Interface Connectivity | Ethernet (RJ45), Serial (RS-232C), Cash Drawer Port, USB options |
| Wireless Modules | Built-in Wi-Fi, 3G/4G data transmission support |
| Power & Battery | Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack (7.4V 3AH / long-lasting field operation) |
| System Compliance | KRA eTIMS / TIMS Certified Type-A Fiscal Device |
| Warranty Coverage | 1-Year Limited Manufacturer Hardware Warranty |
What is in the Box
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ACLAS CRV3X Type A Fiscal Register Unit
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Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack
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External Power Adapter and Charging Cable
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Thermal Paper Roll Starter
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User Documentation & KRA eTIMS Activation Guide
ACLAS CRV3X Type A Pros & Benefits
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Rapid Transaction Speeds: Pushes out thermal tax receipts at an impressive 150 mm/sec, significantly reducing checkout logjams.
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Bank-Level Cryptographic Security: FIPS L2 secure IC hardware safeguards tax logs against tampering and ensures authentic eTIMS transmissions.
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Flexible Quad-Connectivity: Seamlessly links to KRA servers via built-in Wi-Fi, 4G cellular modules, or hardwired Ethernet connections.
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True Field Portability: Compact footprint and reliable internal battery make it ideal for counter checkouts, delivery vans, and mobile retail outlets.
Pricing & Availability in Kenya
The ACLAS CRV3X Type A fiscal device is distributed through authorized KRA-approved ETR vendors, point-of-sale specialists, and IT hardware distributors in Nairobi and major commercial centers across Kenya.
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Brand New Configured Unit: Typically ranges between KSh 28,000 and KSh 35,000 ($+ \text{VAT}$) depending on the supplier configuration and network activation bundle.
ACLAS CRV3X Verdict
The ACLAS CRV3X Type A provides a fast, secure, and highly reliable eTIMS compliance solution in Kenya for small-to-medium retail and mobile business operations needing robust performance on a portable scale.




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