SATO CL4NX Plus 305dpi HF RFID Industrial Printer - WWCLP2B01-NAR
The SATO WWCLP2B01-NAR is a professional-grade industrial thermal transfer printer engineered for high-volume RFID label production and enterprise asset tracking applications. Combining 305 dpi print resolution at 14 inches per second with integrated HF RFID encoding at 13.56 MHz, this printer delivers both print quality and smart labeling capability in a single platform. The rigid cast aluminum frame ensures durability in demanding manufacturing and logistics environments.
Key Features
- 305 dpi resolution at 14 ips for crisp barcodes, text, and graphics
- HF RFID (13.56 MHz) encoding with SATO RF Analyze auto-optimization for reliable tag writing across inlay types
- 4.09" maximum print width supporting media from 0.87" to 5.04"
- 2 GB Flash and 256 MB SDRAM with 100 MB user storage for forms, fonts, and applications
- Tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement for quick maintenance
- 3.5" Full-Color LCD touch display for intuitive operator interface
- Multi-protocol connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, RS-232C, Parallel, Bluetooth 3.0, and NFC
- Media roll capacity up to 10" outer diameter; ribbon spool up to 1,968 ft
- Corrosion-resistant construction for harsh industrial environments
Technical Highlights
The CL4NX Plus architecture supports both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing modes, offering flexibility across label material types. The SATO RF Analyze function automatically calibrates RFID antenna performance, eliminating manual tuning and reducing encoding errors—critical for supply chain compliance and asset tracking accuracy. With 100 MB of accessible user storage, operators can manage multiple label templates, reduce server dependencies, and enable offline printing operations.
Power input ranges from AC 100-240V at 50/60 Hz, with operating temperature tolerance from 41°F to 104°F, making the printer suitable for warehouse, manufacturing, and cold storage facilities. The compact footprint (10.66" × 17.99" × 12.63") at 33 lbs allows flexible placement in production lines without requiring extensive floor space.
Ideal Applications
- HF RFID tag encoding and verification for asset tracking and inventory management
- Smart label production for supply chain visibility and traceability
- Item-level RFID tracking in manufacturing and fulfillment operations
- Automated warehouse label printing with real-time RFID verification
- Enterprise serialization and compliance labeling for regulated industries
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated and affiliated engineering team experience.
The SATO CL4NX Plus addresses a critical gap in industrial printing: the need for integrated RFID encoding without sacrificing print speed or quality. The 305 dpi native resolution ensures barcode readability across standard and small label formats, while the 14 ips throughput maintains production efficiency in high-volume environments. The SATO RF Analyze feature is particularly valuable for organizations scaling RFID adoption—it adapts to different chip suppliers and inlay geometries automatically, reducing the trial-and-error typical of RFID setup.
For supply chain teams managing asset tracking or item-level serialization, this printer eliminates the workflow friction of separate encode-then-print processes. The multi-interface connectivity (especially Ethernet and Wi-Fi) integrates seamlessly into networked label management systems. Tool-free maintenance is a practical benefit that reduces labor costs over the printer's lifetime.
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