With this compact SATO thermal transfer label printer, you can print high-end technical labels yourself in rolls, single units, or sequentially. You will achieve label print quality close to those we already offer printed at the beginning of the catalog. These SATO thermal transfer label printers are ideal for inventorying, referencing, and identifying any type of assets at will using text, barcode labels, or variable sequences of numbers and logos.

The SATO CG2 Thermal Transfer Label Printer, a compact labeling solution with unmatched performance.
The SATO thermal transfer label printer prints adhesive and cardboard labels, tickets, and wristbands. Easy to use, ultra-compact and perfectly suited for on-demand label printing, low volume labeling, or wristband printing applications, the CG2 series is among the best compact label printers in its class.
The CG2 can operate in standalone mode using the SATO numeric keypad, without needing a connection to a computer at print time. Compact in size, it is the ideal thermal transfer label printer for small spaces; store or back-office operators have easy-to-use function keys for their printing needs. The CG2 can print at a minimum resolution of 203 dpi or maximum of 305 dpi, a resolution necessary for printing text and barcode labels, especially 2D codes, on very small labels such as those used in pharmaceutical and electronics industries for labeling electronic components or samples. The special antimicrobial casing of this barcode printer is made of inorganic antimicrobial material, allowing its use in environments where cleanliness and hygiene are crucial and where a high level of security is vital.
The wide-opening cover, which houses the printhead, allows for easy loading of consumables. The simple label path mechanism design enables even novice users to load labels themselves. This SATO thermal printer was created to allow easy use and maintenance; the printheads and rubber roller (platen) can be replaced without tools.

The SATO CG2 thermal transfer label printer is RFID1 ready, offering an economical HF RFID label printing solution (optional).

Most common applications of the SATO CG2 thermal transfer label printer
Price and shelf labeling, promotions, product return labels, patient identification wristbands, sample labeling, access and customer control management, product authentication, especially tracking of items, counterfeiting, and spare parts, etc. The label printing is always flawless.
The SATO CG2 thermal transfer label printer comes with its power cable, user manual, and all necessary certificates, such as warranty.
To download the printer driver, click here. Enter your printer model and follow the instructions.
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Options and accessories for the SATO CG2 thermal transfer barcode printer
Options/Accessories | Price | Visual |
HF RFID: kit for printing, encoding, and reading 13.56 MHz HF RFID labels | - |  |
Peeler: allows label peeling for immediate application. | 139€ |  |
Cutter: allows precise and individual cutting of adhesive cardboard labels, as well as continuous label printing and cutting. | 176€ |  |
External Rewinder: enables rewinding of labels as they exit the printer. This accessory can be powered by the printer or an optional power module. There is a wide range of SATO rewinders available. | 838.50€ |  |
Unwinder: ideal solution for large diameter rolls. The robust chassis of the thermal transfer label printer allows it to be placed under the printer to save significant space. | 205€ |  |
Cleaning Kit: it is important to regularly clean the printer’s printhead to maintain good label print quality and extend its lifespan. A cleaning kit includes a printhead cleaning sheet, 12 cotton swabs, 12 pre-saturated cleaning cards, a glove, and a brush. | 8€ |  |
Memory Expansion: when the internal memory of the thermal transfer label printer is larger, it allows storing a more complete library of graphics and label templates. | 49€ |  |

Software compatibility: Loftware Designer Pro
When purchasing a SATO printer, the offer includes a free version of Loftware Designer Pro software (previous pro version) that allows you to design and print labels.
This version is ideal for discovering basic features before upgrading to the full version.
Loftware Designer Pro offers advanced tools for designing and printing labels, ensuring optimal integration with SATO printers and efficient management of variable data, barcodes, and complex layouts.
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