SATO CL4NX Plus 609dpi UHF RFID Industrial Thermal Transfer Printer
The SATO WWCLP3701-WAR is a high-performance industrial thermal transfer printer engineered for enterprise-grade RFID label production and encoding. Combining 609 dpi resolution with integrated UHF RFID capability (860–960 MHz), this printer delivers crisp barcode and text output alongside reliable tag encoding with automatic antenna optimization. Built for demanding supply chain, asset tracking, and manufacturing environments, the CL4NX Plus balances production speed, image quality, and operational simplicity.
Key Features
- 609 dpi resolution with 14 ips print speed for high-quality output
- 4.09" maximum print width supporting media from 0.87" to 5.04"
- Integrated UHF RFID encoding (860–960 MHz) with SATO RF Analyze auto-optimization
- 2 GB Flash and 256 MB SDRAM with 100 MB user storage for forms and fonts
- 3.5" Full-Color LCD touchscreen for intuitive operation and configuration
- Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer printing modes
- Multiple connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB 2.0
- Tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement minimizes maintenance downtime
- Supports media rolls up to 10" outer diameter and ribbons up to 1,968 ft
- Compact footprint: 10.66" × 17.99" × 12.63"; weighs 33 lbs
Technical Specifications
Printing & Resolution: Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer; 609 dpi resolution; 14 ips print speed; 4.09" maximum print width.
Media Handling: 0.87" to 5.04" media width; 10" maximum roll diameter; 1" or 3" core compatibility; 1,968 ft ribbon capacity.
Memory & Storage: 2 GB Flash, 256 MB SDRAM, 100 MB user-accessible storage.
Connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB 2.0.
Display: 3.5" Full-Color LCD.
RFID: UHF encoding at 860–960 MHz with SATO RF Analyze auto-antenna optimization for reliable performance across different inlay types.
Power: AC 100–240V, 50/60 Hz.
Operating Environment: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F).
Ideal Applications
- Enterprise label production with embedded RFID encoding
- Asset tracking and supply chain visibility
- Item-level RFID tagging in manufacturing and logistics
- Smart label production for inventory management and authentication
- UHF RFID tag verification and encoding workflows
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The SATO CL4NX Plus stands out for its seamless integration of high-resolution thermal printing with industrial-grade UHF RFID capability. The 609 dpi output ensures sharp, readable barcodes and text critical for compliance and automation, while the built-in RF Analyze function automatically tunes antenna parameters—eliminating manual optimization and reducing encoding failures across varied tag inlays. This is particularly valuable in production environments where label stock changes frequently.
The dual-memory architecture (2 GB Flash + 256 MB SDRAM) provides ample capacity for complex label designs and real-time font rendering, while 100 MB of user storage accommodates custom forms without external servers. Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity enables remote management and job queuing, essential for distributed production networks. The 3.5" Full-Color LCD with intuitive navigation reduces operator training time and supports on-device diagnostics. Tool-free printhead access is a practical efficiency gain—typical in SATO's enterprise class—that minimizes production interruptions during routine maintenance. For organizations requiring certified RFID encoding with audit trails and high throughput, this printer delivers both capability and operational reliability.
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