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SATO T101A Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon 4.33" x 1476ft – SW10-A-79274
The SATO SW10-A-79274 is a T101A series wax thermal transfer ribbon engineered for high-volume label printing on coated paper substrates. Measuring 4.33" x 1476 ft with a 1" inner diameter core, this ribbon delivers economical, reliable printing across SATO's industrial and desktop printer lineup. The halogen-free wax formulation provides sharp barcode reproduction and crisp text output, making it ideal for applications requiring consistent quality at minimal cost per impression.
Key Features
- T101A standard wax formulation – halogen-free and environmentally compliant
- 4.33" x 1476 ft ribbon length for extended print runs without changeover
- 1" ID core with coated side in (CSI) winding orientation
- Compatible with SATO CL4NX Plus, CL6NX Plus, CT4-LX, and M84Pro printers
- Optimized for coated paper label stocks
- Single ribbon per case for streamlined inventory management
Technical Specifications
- Ribbon Width: 4.33"
- Ribbon Length: 1476 ft
- Core Diameter: 1" ID
- Material Composition: Wax (T101A)
- Winding Orientation: Coated Side In (CSI)
- Halogen-Free: Yes
- Quantity Per Case: 1 ribbon
Printer Compatibility
This ribbon is engineered for seamless integration with SATO's full range of thermal transfer printers, including the CL4NX Plus and CL6NX Plus industrial-grade systems (supporting ribbons up to 5.04" width), the CT4-LX compact desktop printer (up to 4.37" width), and the M84Pro industrial system. The 4.33" width is specifically sized for standard label formats across these platforms.
Applications
Ideal for warehouse shipping labels, retail product labeling, inventory management, and general-purpose barcode applications where cost-efficiency and scan reliability are essential. The wax formulation's low cost-per-print combined with dependable barcode clarity makes it suitable for high-volume environments including logistics, distribution, and point-of-sale operations.
The T101A wax ribbon is a workhouse consumable for organizations deploying SATO thermal transfer equipment. The wax formulation strikes an optimal balance between material cost and print quality on coated substrates—delivering sharp, scannable output without premium pricing. The 1476 ft length minimizes ribbon changeouts during high-volume shifts, reducing downtime and labor overhead.
The halogen-free composition meets modern environmental regulations, an important consideration for facilities subject to RoHS or similar compliance requirements. For operations standardized on SATO hardware and printing exclusively on coated label stock, this ribbon offers predictable performance and straightforward supply chain management.
