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SATO SW10-A-83450 T101A Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon 4.33" x 1476ft
The SATO SW10-A-83450 is a professional-grade wax thermal transfer ribbon engineered for reliable label printing across industrial and desktop SATO thermal printers. Measuring 4.33" x 1476 ft, this T101A formulation ribbon delivers economical, high-quality output on coated paper stock while maintaining consistent barcode scannability and text clarity essential for warehouse, shipping, and retail operations.
Key Features
- T101A wax formulation optimized for coated paper labels
- 4.33" x 1476 ft dimensions for extended, uninterrupted print runs
- 1" inner diameter core with coated side in (CSI) winding orientation
- Halogen-free composition for environmental and regulatory compliance
- Single ribbon per case for convenient inventory management
- Compatible with SATO CL4NX Plus, CL6NX Plus, CT4-LX, and M84Pro printers
Technical Specifications
- Material: Wax (T101A)
- Width: 4.33"
- Length: 1476 ft
- Core Diameter: 1" ID
- Ink Orientation: Coated Side In (CSI)
- Halogen-Free: Yes
- Quantity per Case: 1 ribbon
Applications
This ribbon is ideal for general-purpose labeling in high-volume printing environments. The T101A wax formulation delivers the lowest cost per print without compromising output quality, making it suitable for:
- Warehouse and inventory management labeling
- Shipping and logistics label production
- Retail price and product labeling
- Distribution center operations
- Supply chain tracking and compliance labeling
Printer Compatibility
The 4.33" ribbon width is optimized for SATO's full range of thermal transfer printers. It is compatible with the CL4NX Plus and CL6NX Plus industrial-class printers (supporting ribbons up to 5.04" width), the CT4-LX desktop printer (up to 4.37" width), and the M84Pro industrial printer. CSI winding ensures proper alignment and consistent performance during printer installation.
The T101A wax formulation represents a balance between cost efficiency and print quality for organizations prioritizing volume output on paper-based labels. Wax ribbons excel on coated paper due to their lower melting point and strong adhesion properties, producing crisp barcode images with excellent scan rates. The halogen-free designation meets environmental standards such as RoHS compliance, making this ribbon suitable for organizations with strict sustainability requirements.
At 1476 feet per roll, users can expect extended print runs before changeover, reducing labor costs and downtime in high-throughput operations. This ribbon is particularly well-suited for operations that don't require the durability of resin formulations on synthetic substrates or the premium output of wax-resin blends.
