SATO CL6NX Plus 305dpi UHF RFID Industrial Thermal Transfer Printer

The SATO WWCLPB701-WAR is an enterprise-grade industrial thermal transfer printer engineered for high-volume RFID label production and asset tracking workflows. Combining 305 dpi resolution with integrated UHF RFID encoding (860-960 MHz EPC C1G2), this printer delivers reliable barcode quality and intelligent tag encoding in a single compact device. The CL6NX Plus series is purpose-built for manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain operations requiring simultaneous printing and RFID verification.

Key Features

• 305 dpi thermal transfer printing at 14 ips for sharp barcodes and readable text
• Native UHF RFID encoding with SATO RF Analyze auto-optimization for consistent tag performance
• 4.09" maximum print width; supports 4.09" to 6.59" media range
• 3.5" Full-Color LCD Touchscreen for intuitive device control and job management
• 2 GB Flash and 256 MB SDRAM with 100 MB user storage for fonts, forms, and templates
• Tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement to minimize maintenance downtime
• Media roll capacity up to 8.6" outer diameter; ribbons up to 600 m (1,968 ft)
• Multi-protocol connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB 2.0

Technical Specifications

• Print Method: Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer
• Resolution: 305 dpi
• Print Speed: 14 ips maximum
• RFID Capability: UHF 860-960 MHz EPC C1G2 encoding and verification
• Memory: 2 GB Flash, 256 MB SDRAM, 100 MB user storage
• Display: 3.5" Full-Color LCD Touchscreen with day/night mode
• Connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB
• Dimensions: 10.66" × 17.99" × 12.63"
• Weight: 15 kg (33 lbs)
• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C
• Power: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz

Applications

• UHF RFID tag encoding and verification for item-level asset tracking
• Smart label production for supply chain visibility and traceability
• Manufacturing environments requiring real-time RFID-enabled tracking
• Automated inventory management and warehouse operations
• Enterprise label production with integrated authentication workflows

Ted Perry

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The SATO CL6NX Plus stands out in the industrial RFID printer market due to its integrated SATO RF Analyze technology, which automatically optimizes antenna settings across different RFID inlay types—a critical feature for enterprises deploying mixed tag inventories. At 305 dpi with 14 ips throughput, this printer balances quality and speed effectively for compliance labeling and GS1 barcode applications. The 3.5" touchscreen and dual connectivity options (Wi-Fi and Ethernet) enable seamless network integration without sacrificing portability.

The die-cast aluminum construction with corrosion-resistant housing ensures reliability in harsh industrial environments. Tool-free maintenance design reduces total cost of ownership by minimizing technician visits. For organizations standardizing on SATO platforms, this model integrates cleanly with existing SATO management software and label design tools.

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