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SATO SW05-B-108140 Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon 4.33" x 1476ft
The SATO SW05-B-108140 is a wax-based thermal transfer ribbon engineered for reliable, economical printing on coated paper label stocks. With dimensions of 4.33" x 1476ft, this ribbon delivers extended print runs without interruption, making it ideal for high-volume labeling operations in warehouse, shipping, and retail environments. Each case contains one ribbon wound on a 1" inner diameter core with coated side in (CSI) orientation for proper printer installation.
Key Features
- Wax formulation optimized for cost-effective general-purpose printing
- 4.33" x 1476ft dimensions for standard label widths and extended runtime
- Coated side in (CSI) winding orientation for seamless compatibility
- Sharp barcode reproduction and clear text output on paper substrates
- Halogen-free construction for environmental compliance
- Reliable barcode scan rates maintained throughout print life
Technical Specifications
- Material: Wax
- Form Factor: Thermal Transfer Ribbon
- Print Width: 4.33 inches
- Print Method: Thermal Transfer
- Core ID: 1 inch diameter
- Winding: Coated Side In (CSI)
Compatible Printers
- SATO CL4NX Plus industrial printer (up to 5.04" ribbon width)
- SATO CL6NX Plus industrial printer (up to 5.04" ribbon width)
- SATO CT4-LX desktop printer (up to 4.37" width)
- SATO M84Pro industrial printer
Applications
The SW05-B-108140 is ideal for general-purpose barcode printing, product labeling, shipping labels, and warehouse identification tags. The wax formulation provides the lowest cost per print while maintaining the barcode quality and scan reliability required for retail, logistics, and supply chain operations.
Wax ribbons represent the most economical choice for thermal transfer printing on coated paper substrates. The SATO SW05-B-108140's 4.33" width aligns with standard label dimensions used across retail and warehouse environments, eliminating waste from oversized ribbon widths. The 1476ft length provides substantial print volume—typically sufficient for thousands of labels depending on label size—reducing ribbon changeover frequency and associated labor costs.
The halogen-free formulation meets modern environmental regulations without compromising print quality. For operations prioritizing cost control over durability on non-extreme surfaces, wax ribbons deliver measurable ROI through lower material costs while maintaining barcode readability for standard scanning applications.
