Desktop Printers

Desktop Printers

Compact and powerful

Compact in size and power packed with features, the SATO desktop printers take up less workspace and are easy to carry around.

Desktop Printers from SATO:

SATO CT4-LX-HC

> CT4-LX-HC Series NEW
For healthcare label printing that’s safer, swifter and smoother than ever

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SATO CT4-LX

> CT4-LX Series
Next generation 4" smart desktop printer

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SATO WS2

> WS2 Series
A hygienic 2" desktop printer for the hospitals of tomorrow

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SATO CG2

> CG2 Series
2" Desktop Printer

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SATO WS4

> WS4 Series
4" Space Saver Desktop Printer

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SATO CG4

> CG4 Series
4" Desktop Printer

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Cerner Validated

SATO WS2, WS4, PW2NX, MB4i, CG2, CG4 printers are fully Cerner Validated peripheral devices for native use within Cerner Health IT system to ensure safety, quality and efficiency for patients. SATO WS4 printers are designed for wide use through the healthcare supply chain, notably for printing of patient wristbands, specimen pathology labels and other labels used in hospitals. They can be deployed through various legs of the supply chain from clinical labs to pharmacies, medical check-up centers, clinics and hospitals. SATO is a GS1 Healthcare member and works to promote widespread serialization through the global healthcare supply chain to ensure patient safety and comfort.

> CT4-LX-HC Series

For healthcare label printing that’s safer, swifter and smoother than ever

Achieve next-level patient care with the CT4-LX-HC 4-inch thermal desktop printer. A compact and smart printing powerhouse, it packs in numerous features, including a 4.3” full-colour touchscreen display and one-touch media profile selection. Designed to prevent bacteria spreading, wiping down and disinfecting the anti-microbial casing is a breeze. All reflecting the top priority we place on patient and employee health.

The CT4-LX-HC offers exceptional versatility that outperforms other printers of its kind. It achieves impressive print speeds of up to 8 inches per second while minimising waste, thanks to patented Label Waste Prevention, while maximising operability through on-board video tutorials. Ideal for applications like wristbands, visitor ID badges, labelling for pharmacies, products, specimens and slides, the CT4-LX-HC goes above and beyond, meeting and exceeding expectations in hectic business environments with mission-critical deadlines.

Suitable for:

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Healthcare

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Features

Print Method
Thermal Transfer (with Direct Thermal Capability)

Print Width
22mm-104mm (0.87“-4.1“)

Print Resolution
203 dpi (8 dots / mm)
305 dpi (12 dots / mm)

Print Speed
[203dpi] 8 inches/second
[305dpi] 6 inches/second

Languages
47 Languages and Scalable Unicode (TM) Print Fonts
31 Languages for LCD Menu

Interfaces
LAN, USB, NFC

Memory
ROM 4GB Flash Memory (Program and user areas)
RAM 1GB DDR3 SDRAM

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SOS - SATO Online Services logo
SOTI Connect logo
PDF Direct Print logo

Benefits

  • 4.3“ Colour Touch Panel with multilingual display
  • Label Waste Prevention with auto-sensing to reduce first label feed
  • Swift effective label printing at speeds of up to 8 inches per second
  • Antimicrobial casing for clinical settings, easy to sterilise with disinfectant wipes
  • SOTI Connect
  • PDF Printing
  • Application-Enabled Printing (AEP) for standalone printing without a host PC
  • Remote management option via SATO Online Services (SOS) - a web-based interface allowing remote maintenance and error detection
  • Emulations ready, SZPL, SDPL, SIPL, STCL, SEPL for easy integration
  • Compact for a space-saving installation
  • Media profile (Easy-change label setting)
  • Auto clone (Auto file rewriting)
  • Rapid pairing with NFC-enabled devices
  • Ideal for applications like wristbands, visitor identification, pharmacy and product/specimen labelling and slide labelling

Accessories

Optional

  • Guillotine Cutter
  • Real-Time Clock
  • Wireless LAN - Bluetooth Kit

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SATO Application Enabled Printing (AEP) Technology

A powerful on-board intelligence that enables customisation of the printer operation to significantly simplify labelling operations and reduce business costs.

Labelling problems in many industries can be solved by this flexible AEP solution, which is easily prepared and implemented by SATO and SATO Partners.

AEP introduces the next generation of Smart label printing:
  • Input devices such as scanners, keypads, weigh scales can be directly connected
  • Standalone printing is possible without the need for a host PC or additional software
  • The operator activity is prompted by a simple display screen sequence
  • The printer operation is easily customised to the business requirement
  • Network/Cloud communication for database access or other functions

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> CT4-LX Series

Next generation 4" smart desktop printer

An example of true SATO innovation and ‘ceaseless creativity’, the intuitive CT4-LX printer is the perfect blend of compact dimensions and powerful performance. Designed to save time for operators and significantly increase efficiency in fast-paced business environments, the printer utilises thermal and direct thermal printing up to 104mm width in tear-off or continuous operation. The CT4-LX is ideal for a wide range of practical commercial applications, including price labelling, inventory management and shipping labels.

The innovative printer has industry-leading emulation formats that enable the CT4-LX to integrate seamlessly into existing workflows, saving time and money throughout the value chain. RFID capability HF/UHF is also a key feature of the printer, providing heightened flexibility, large data storage capacity and increased data collection throughput, along with greater immediacy and accuracy of data collection.

Suitable for:

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Healthcare

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Retail

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Food Industry

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Manufacturing


Features

Print Method
Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer

Print Width
22mm-104mm (0.87"-4.1")

Print Resolution
203 dpi (8 dots / mm)
305 dpi (12 dots / mm)

Print Speed
[203dpi] 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 inches/second (Default: 4 inches/second)
[305dpi] 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 inches/second

Languages
47 Languages and Scalable Unicode (TM) Print Fonts
31 Languages for LCD Menu

Interfaces
LAN, USB, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, NFC, RS232

Memory
ROM 4GB Flash Memory (Program area and user area)
RAM 1GB DDR3 SDRAM

SATO AEP Application Enabled Printing logo
SOS - SATO Online Services logo
SOTI Connect logo
PDF Direct Print logo

Benefits

  • SOTI Connect
  • PDF Printing
  • Application Enabled Printing (AEP)
  • Fast and effective label printing at up to 8"/sec
  • Integrates with existing devices for ultimate flexibility
  • 4.3" Colour Touch Panel with multiple language display
  • Reduced desk-space demands
  • UHF SRA (SATO RF Analyse)
  • RFID Functionality
  • Efficient label production, minimising waste
  • Media Profile (Easy change label setting)
  • Auto clone (Auto file re-writing)
  • Remote management with SATO Online Services (SOS) - a web-based interface which enables remote maintenance and error detection
  • Connectivity for Apple iOS
  • Quick pairing with NFC enabled devices

Accessories

Optional

  • Cutter
  • Linerless Kit
  • Dispenser Kit
  • RS-232 Kit
  • Real-Time Clock
  • Wireless LAN - Bluetooth Kit
  • RFID & UHF Model

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SATO Application Enabled Printing (AEP) Technology

A powerful on-board intelligence that enables customisation of the printer operation to significantly simplify labelling operations and reduce business costs.

Labelling problems in many industries can be solved by this flexible AEP solution, which is easily prepared and implemented by SATO and SATO Partners.

AEP introduces the next generation of Smart label printing:
  • Input devices such as scanners, keypads, weigh scales can be directly connected
  • Standalone printing is possible without the need for a host PC or additional software
  • The operator activity is prompted by a simple display screen sequence
  • The printer operation is easily customised to the business requirement
  • Network/Cloud communication for database access or other functions

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> WS2 Series

Print wristbands and inpatient labels with one device

The WS2 is a hygienic, compact direct thermal desktop printer from SATO ideal for various healthcare scenarios. Suitable for direct use in the hospital ward due to its disinfectant-ready, antimicrobial plastic casing, the WS2 prints both patient ID wristbands and inpatient labels quickly and accurately for optimum patient safety and operator peace of mind. The WS2 is also offered bundled with SATO patient ID wristbands as part of a competitive package, making the need to hand write labels a thing of the past.

Suitable for:

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Healthcare


Features

Print Method
Direct Thermal

Print Resolution
203 dpi - 8 dots/mm
300 dpi - 12 dots/mm

Media
Max. width: 60mm, Min. width: 12mm
Max length: 2500mm (100") in 203 dpi / 1270mm (50") in 300 dpi
Min length: 10mm (0.4")

Print speed
203 dpi: 50, 76, 101, 127, 152, 177 mm/sec (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 inches/sec)
300 dpi: 50, 76, 101, 127 mm/sec (2, 3, 4, 5 inches/sec)

Size
W 116 mm x H 170 mm x D 215 mm

Weight
1kg / 2.2 Ibs

Compatible with

  • Patient ID wristbands (optimised for SATO patient ID wristbands)
  • Drug administration labels
  • Histology sample labels
  • Blood collection/transfusion labels
  • Inpatient meal labels

Functions, Software and Tools

  • Quick and easy one-touch media loading
  • Simple one button operation with LED
  • A range of tools available

Technical Tools

  • USB/LAN connectivity as standard (IPv4/v6)
  • Wireless LAN option
  • Legacy Netbios/WINS compatibility
  • Multiple emulation support (SZPL, SEPL and SDPL)
  • Multiple printer utility setup
  • Compatible with NiceLabel and Bartender label designer software
Cerner Validated

Benefits

  • Maintain patient safety - Disinfectant-ready, anti-microbial casing
  • Print on demand - Patient ID wristband and inpatient/laboratory label ready. Compact, lightweight design for ease of transportation
  • Eradicate errors - Draw information from existing patient management systems
  • Save time - Hassle-free media loading, enhanced printer setting tools and web browser for ease of operation. Faster than market average print speed, up to 7-inch/sec
  • Integrate easily - Cerner accredited and ready for connection to all existing HIS/EMR systems through the standard USB and Ethernet interfaces
  • Reduced carbon footprint - Less consumable wastage compared to equivalent models on the market

Accessories

Optional

  • Dispenser
  • Cutter
  • Cleaning Kit
  • Wireless Kit

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> CG2 Series

2" Desktop Printer

With superior user-friendly performance and affordable price, these 2", 203 or 305 dpi, direct thermal/thermal transfer printers are best in their class. Suitable for a range of market sectors, the CG2 Series is used for specimen, wristband or price and shelf labelling through to product and office label needs.

Suitable for:

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Healthcare

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Transport & Logistics

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Retail

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Restaurants

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Food Industry

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Automotive

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Manufacturing

The SATO CG Series models are delivered stock out of the box with competitive emulations on board, optimal interfaces (built in USB as standard) and have an anti-microbial casing for outstanding performance in clinical and processing environments.


Features

Print Method
Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer

Print Resolution
203 dpi - 8 dot/mm (CG208)
305 dpi - 12 dot/mm (CG212)

Print Width
56 mm - 2.2"

Print Speed
101 mm/s - 4 inch per second

Emulations
SZPL - SEPL

Interfaces
USB - RS232C USB - LAN

Media Width
12 mm to 60 mm
0.47" to 2.36"

Cerner Validated

Benefits

  • Up to 56mm (2.2") wide printing
  • 4 MB flash memory
  • Anti-microbial casing
  • Code page support
  • Emulation options
  • Easy maintenance

Accessories

Optional

  • Dispenser
  • External Rewinder
  • Cutter
  • Stacker
  • Unwinder
  • Keypad
  • Cleaning Kit

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> WS4 Series

4" Desktop Printer

The WS4 has an attractive and stylish appearance with a high media capacity for industrial environments. A robust printer with excellent print quality, delivered at a competitive price.

Suitable for:

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Healthcare

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Transport & Logistics

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Retail

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Restaurants

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Food Industry

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Automotive

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Manufacturing

Designed for a wide range of market sector needs, the printer has flexible media capability ensuring low cost of ownership using large capacity 300m length ribbons and is ideal for mid-volume applications, where reliability and adaptability are key considerations.


Features

Print Method
Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer

Print Resolution
203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
305 dpi (12 dots/mm)

Print Width
104mm (4.09")

Print Speed
Up to 152.4mm/sec (6 ips)

Emulations
SZPL - SIPL - SEPL

Interfaces
USB - LAN - RS232
WLAN & Bluetooth options

Media Width
22.4mm to 115mm

The WS408TT and WS412TT are part of the SATO Ribbon Programme

Cerner Validated

Benefits


Easy Operation
  • Wide open access for ease of media replacement
  • One touch control
  • Simple label settings
  • Clear user indicators
  • Easy maintenance - ease of printhead replacement
Flexible Media
  • 4" direct & thermal transfer models
  • 300M ribbon reducing replacement frequency
  • Face-in/face-out media - no adjustment to ribbons and labels required
  • Adjustable I-mark sensor & auto calibration
Easy Integration
  • 5 emulations as standard
  • Bluetooth & WLAN options
  • Cutter, dispenser, offwinder options
  • Management utilities
  • USB firmware upgrade

Accessories

Optional

  • Dispenser
  • External Rewinder
  • Cutter
  • Unwinder
  • Real Time Clock
  • Cleaning Kit
  • Bluetooth
  • Wireless Kit

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> CG4 Series

4" Desktop Printer

With superior performance and affordable price, these 4", 203 or 305 dpi, direct thermal/thermal transfer printers are best in their class. Suitable for wide range of market applications, the SATO CG Series models are delivered stock out of the box with competitive emulations on board and optimal interfaces with built in USB as standard.

Suitable for:

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Healthcare

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Transport & Logistics

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Retail

Restaurants icon

Restaurants

Food Industry icon

Food Industry

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Automotive

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Manufacturing


Features

Print Method
Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer

Print Resolution
203 dpi - 8 dot/mm (CG408)
305 dpi - 12 dot/mm (CG412)

Print Width
104 mm - 4.1"

Print Speed
101 mm/s - 4 inch per second

Emulations
SZPL - SEPL

Interfaces
USB - RS232C
USB - Parallel
USB - LAN

Media Width
22 mm to 107 mm
0.87" to 4.21"

Cerner Validated

Benefits

  • User Friendly Operation and Maintenance
  • Real-time Clock
  • Prints 4 inch Labels, Receipts and Tags
  • Anti-microbial casing
  • Code page support
  • Emulation options
  • Easy maintenance

Accessories

Optional

  • Dispenser
  • External Rewinder
  • Cutter
  • Unwinder
  • Real Time Clock
  • Keypad
  • Cleaning Kit

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