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SATO SW05-B-110110 Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon 4.33" x 1476ft
The SATO SW05-B-110110 is a standard wax thermal transfer ribbon designed for high-volume barcode and label printing across industrial and desktop thermal transfer printers. Measuring 4.33" x 1476 feet with a 1" inner diameter core, this ribbon delivers economical, reliable printing on coated paper substrates while maintaining consistent barcode scan quality. The extended 1476-foot length supports extended print runs without interruption, making it ideal for warehouse, shipping, and retail operations.
Key Features
- Standard wax formulation optimized for coated paper label stocks
- 4.33" width compatible with standard label formats
- 1476 feet of ribbon length per spool for extended production runs
- Coated side in (CSI) winding orientation for proper SATO printer installation
- 1" inner diameter core design
- Halogen-free construction for environmental compliance
- Sharp barcode reproduction and crisp text output
Technical Specifications
- Print Method: Thermal Transfer
- Material Composition: Wax
- Print Width: 4.33" maximum
- Ribbon Length: 1476 feet
- Core Diameter: 1" ID
- Formulation Type: Standard Wax
- Winding Orientation: Coated Side In (CSI)
- Quantity Per Case: 1 ribbon
Printer Compatibility
The SW05-B-110110 ribbon is compatible with a comprehensive range of SATO thermal transfer printers, including:
- SATO CL4NX Plus industrial printer (supports up to 5.04" ribbon width)
- SATO CL6NX Plus industrial printer (supports up to 5.04" ribbon width)
- SATO CT4-LX desktop printer (supports up to 4.37" ribbon width)
- SATO M84Pro industrial printer
Applications
This wax ribbon is engineered for general-purpose barcode and product labeling in demanding industrial environments. It excels in warehouse management, shipping and logistics, retail product labeling, and inventory tracking. The wax formulation provides the lowest cost per print while delivering reliable barcode scan rates, making it an economical choice for high-volume operations that require consistent, readable output without requiring premium substrates.
Wax ribbons represent the most cost-effective option in thermal transfer printing, ideal for organizations prioritizing volume and value. The SW05-B-110110's standard wax formulation is engineered specifically for coated paper substrates, where it delivers excellent adhesion and crisp image definition without requiring specialty materials. The 1476-foot length is substantial enough to minimize ribbon changeovers during typical production shifts, reducing downtime and labor costs.
The CSI winding orientation is critical for proper printer feed and tension control—always verify your printer's winding requirements before installation. For facilities printing high volumes of shipping labels, product tags, or inventory barcodes on standard coated stock, this ribbon offers the best economy without sacrificing barcode readability or scan reliability.
