Sato 11S000200 CL408e/CL412e RFID Upgrade Kit
When your labeling operation needs to expand from standard barcoding to RFID encoding without replacing your entire printer infrastructure, this factory upgrade kit enables CL408e and CL412e printers to encode UHF RFID tags inline. The kit transforms these industrial thermal printers into full RFID printing and encoding platforms, eliminating the need for separate RFID hardware or two-step labeling processes. Integrators working with warehouse management systems, asset tracking deployments, or retail compliance initiatives can retrofit existing Sato CL4 series printers rather than spec entirely new equipment.
Key Features
- Factory-engineered RFID module specifically designed for CL408e and CL412e printer models
- UHF RFID encoding capability for Gen 2 tags and inlays
- Field-installable upgrade kit maintains printer warranty status
- Simultaneous print and encode operation for single-pass label production
- Compatible with existing Sato software tools and printer firmware
- Eliminates need for standalone RFID encoders in labeling workflows
- Supports standard RFID protocols for cross-platform WMS and inventory system integration
The upgrade kit installs directly into the CL408e and CL412e chassis, integrating with the printer's existing control board and label path. This maintains the thermal printhead's 203 or 300 DPI resolution while adding RFID encoding in the same pass. For distribution centers already standardized on Sato CL4 series printers, the kit provides a path to RFID capability without retraining staff on new hardware or reconfiguring label design workflows. The encoder reads and verifies each tag before the label completes printing, reducing void rates in production environments.
Installation follows Sato's documented service procedures, and the printer retains all original thermal printing specifications after upgrade. The kit works with standard UHF RFID inlay labels from major suppliers, giving integrators flexibility in consumable sourcing. For projects where RFID requirements emerge after initial printer deployment—common in phased warehouse automation or retail mandate compliance—this upgrade approach protects the original hardware investment while meeting new encoding requirements.
