SATO CL4NX Plus 609dpi HF RFID Industrial Printer - WWCLP3D01-NAR

SATO CL4NX Plus 609dpi HF RFID Industrial Printer - WWCLP3D01-NAR

The SATO WWCLP3D01-NAR is a high-performance industrial thermal transfer printer engineered for enterprise-grade RFID label production and encoding. With 609 dpi resolution and integrated HF (13.56 MHz) / NFC RFID capability, this printer delivers precise barcode and smart label output while automating RFID antenna optimization through SATO RF Analyze technology. Purpose-built for supply chain, asset tracking, and manufacturing environments requiring reliable, high-volume label production with embedded RFID encoding.

Key Features

• 609 dpi resolution for superior barcode clarity and text sharpness
• 14 ips print speed with 4.09" maximum print width
• HF (13.56 MHz) RFID encoding with NFC compatibility
• SATO RF Analyze auto-optimization for reliable tag encoding across inlay types
• Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer print methods
• 2 GB Flash memory and 256 MB SDRAM for forms, fonts, and application storage
• 3.5" Full-Color LCD touchscreen for intuitive operation
• Tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement
• Multi-core media support: 0.87" to 5.04" widths on 1" or 3" cores
• Up to 10" roll diameter with 1,968 ft ribbon capacity

Technical Specifications

• Print Method: Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer
• Resolution: 609 dpi
• Print Speed: 14 ips
• Maximum Print Width: 4.09"
• Media Range: 0.87" to 5.04" width; up to 10" outer diameter rolls
• Memory: 2 GB Flash, 256 MB SDRAM, 100 MB user storage
• Connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB 2.0
• Display: 3.5" Full-Color LCD with Day/Night mode
• Power: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
• Operating Temperature: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
• Dimensions: 10.66" x 17.99" x 12.63"
• Weight: 33 lbs (15 kg)

Applications

• HF RFID tag encoding and verification for enterprise asset tracking
• Smart label production for supply chain visibility and traceability
• Item-level RFID tracking in manufacturing and logistics
• Automated inventory management and warehouse operations
• Pharmaceutical and healthcare product serialization
• Retail and apparel item-level tagging

Ted Perry

Perspective based on aggregated and affiliated engineering team experience.

The CL4NX Plus 609dpi represents SATO's mid-to-high-end industrial printer line, balancing resolution, speed, and RFID capability for organizations requiring both barcode precision and embedded tag encoding. The 609 dpi resolution ensures crisp barcode readability even at smaller label sizes, critical for dense SKU environments. The SATO RF Analyze feature addresses a common RFID pain point—antenna tuning for varied inlay types—by automating optimization to reduce encoding failures and improve first-pass yields.

The printer's dual-memory architecture (2 GB Flash + 256 MB SDRAM) supports complex label templates and fonts without network dependency, enabling offline operation when needed. Multi-protocol connectivity (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB) integrates into existing enterprise label servers and MES systems. Tool-free maintenance design reduces operational friction in high-volume environments, while the 14 ips speed and 1,968 ft ribbon capacity minimize changeover frequency. Best suited for mid-sized to large enterprises deploying item-level RFID across supply chain, manufacturing, or healthcare workflows where encoding reliability and label quality are non-negotiable.

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