SATO CL4NX Plus 203dpi HF RFID Industrial Thermal Transfer Printer
The SATO WWCLP1D01-WAR is a high-performance industrial thermal transfer printer engineered for enterprise-grade RFID label production and barcode encoding. Combining 203 dpi resolution with integrated HF RFID (13.56 MHz) encoding capability, this printer delivers reliable, high-quality labels with embedded NFC functionality for asset tracking, supply chain visibility, and inventory management applications. The CL4NX Plus series is built for demanding manufacturing and logistics environments where speed, accuracy, and connectivity are critical.
Key Features
- 203 dpi print resolution at 14 ips for crisp barcodes, QR codes, and text
- 4.09" maximum print width with 0.87" to 5.04" media compatibility
- HF RFID encoding with SATO RF Analyze auto-antenna optimization for consistent tag performance
- Dual thermal print methods: Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer
- 2 GB Flash, 256 MB SDRAM, 100 MB user-accessible storage for forms and fonts
- 3.5" Full-Color LCD with intuitive menu navigation
- Tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement to minimize maintenance downtime
- Multi-protocol connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB 2.0
- Media support up to 10" roll diameter with ribbons to 1,968 ft (600 m)
- Rigid cast aluminum frame with corrosion-resistant coating
Technical Specifications
Print Performance: 14 ips print speed, 203 dpi resolution, supports media widths from 0.87" to 5.04" on 1" or 3" cores. Maximum roll diameter of 10" and ribbon length up to 1,968 ft (600 m) enable extended production runs with minimal changeovers.
Memory & Storage: 2 GB Flash memory combined with 256 MB SDRAM and 100 MB user storage provides ample capacity for complex label designs, custom fonts, and RFID encoding logic.
RFID Capabilities: HF 13.56 MHz encoding with NFC support. SATO RF Analyze automatically optimizes antenna settings across different RFID inlay types, ensuring reliable encoding without manual calibration.
Connectivity & Display: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB 2.0 connections support diverse network environments. 3.5" Full-Color LCD provides real-time status, diagnostics, and easy configuration access.
Operating Conditions: Operates reliably in temperature ranges from 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C). AC power input 100-240V, 50/60Hz. Compact footprint of 10.66" x 17.99" x 12.63" with 33 lbs weight fits standard production lines.
Industrial Applications
- RFID tag encoding and verification for asset tracking and supply chain visibility
- Smart label production for item-level tracking in manufacturing and distribution
- Automated inventory management with encoded product and location data
- Compliance labeling with integrated barcode and RFID data
- Healthcare and pharmaceutical serialization with embedded RFID
The CL4NX Plus stands out in the industrial RFID printer market through its combination of speed, resolution, and intelligent encoding automation. The SATO RF Analyze feature is particularly valuable in production environments where label substrates vary—it eliminates the trial-and-error typical of RFID encoding by dynamically adjusting antenna power based on inlay impedance. This translates to higher first-pass encoding success rates and reduced waste.
The 14 ips speed balances throughput with print quality at 203 dpi, making it suitable for both high-volume runs and variable-data applications. Tool-free printhead replacement is a practical design choice that reduces total cost of ownership in 24/7 production settings. For organizations transitioning to item-level tracking or implementing GS1 smart label standards, this printer provides the RFID reliability and barcode quality needed without requiring separate encoding systems.
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