SATO CT4-LX - Desktop thermal transfer RFID label printer (UHF/HF/NFC)

With this thermal transfer RFID label printer, you can easily read and encode RFID labels consistently. Print your own high-end smart labels directly on your premises.

A compact and ultra-efficient label printer

This label printer equipped with a RFID system combines exceptional performance with a compact format that fits perfectly into any of your spaces. The RFID printer can reach printing speeds of up to 167 labels per minute. As a result, you can easily and quickly print customized labels according to your needs.

The CT4-LX RFID printer has a resolution of 203 and 305 dpi, and it can print not only roll RFID labels but also RFID inventory management labels individually as per your requirements.

This printer can print various alphanumeric fonts and 1D and 2D barcodes. The maximum width for customized labels is 104 mm, so you can use this label printer to print various types of RFID labels. This printer reads all UHF chips using frequencies from 860 to 960 MHz.

It features a 4.3-inch color touchscreen with 31 display languages for the menu as well as for printing. This ensures fast and easy operation of your thermal transfer RFID label printer.

Radio Frequency IDentification: the key feature of the printer

The radio frequency identification feature on this printer plays a key role, offering greater flexibility, data storage capacity, higher data collection throughput, and improved accuracy. This UHF RFID printer decodes, encodes, and prints your labels easily and quickly. This printer reads UHF chips.

The RFID option allows retailers to enhance traceability by re-tagging products with RFID labels. Moreover, this printer complies with the following standard communication norms: ISO/IEC 18000-63.

For specific needs, an HF RFID option is also available on request, making the printer compatible with ISO/IEC 15693 standards for extended-range logistics applications using HF tags, as well as ISO/IEC 14443 standards for NFC short-range technology. Thanks to this versatility, the SATO CT4-LX ensures optimal reliability for high-precision labeling projects, whether for complex logistics applications or advanced identification solutions.

For more information, check out our article "Understanding RFID in 10 Points".

The RFID printer can read and encode labels consistently, but typically requires separate configuration settings. With your printer, labels are written, read, and verified before each print run. If a defect is detected in one of the RFID inventory management labels, the printer will mark the faulty RFID label with a message indicating the defective label and proceed to the next one. This ensures reliability. The printer prints and encodes your labels according to your needs, whether it’s 500 encoded labels with the same identifier or individually.

Equipped with the SATO rf analyze function, it can automatically read and encode RFID labels to achieve fast and stable encoding.

The SATO rf analyze function

The operation of this RFID motorized antenna system on two axes (X & Y) allows you to easily and quickly find the optimal reading and writing position. This allows you to optimally encode RFID tags, regardless of their size, design, or position in the final label.

After configuring an RFID label, the SATO rf analyze function adjusts the reading and writing conditions based on the RFID label you are using. This SATO rf analyze function allows the RFID printer’s read/write head to be placed in front of the label’s antenna and determines the optimal conditions for perfect reading and writing.

The results obtained from the measurement are applied immediately to the product. Additionally, by saving them as an RFID label model, you can easily access the settings when using the same smart label.

Thus, you can easily configure multiple label or inlay models by saving their settings in profiles and loading them based on the type of consumables installed in the printer.

What is an RFID label and where is it used?

By creating RFID labels, you will be able to easily identify a product or object so that readers can detect and ensure its traceability. Thus, you can identify a product in transit, track it in a warehouse or store, and ensure proper tracking...

RFID labels are most commonly used in industries, supply chain management, logistics, retail, inventory management... Of course, RFID labels can be used in any sector.

Your printer comes with a power cord, a user manual, and various necessary certificates, such as the warranty, for example.

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