SATO CL4NX Plus: Fast, Precise, Simple & Durable Industrial Thermal Printer
The SATO CL4NX Plus is a high-performance industrial thermal printer designed for speed, precision, simplicity, and durability. With its robust metal casing, aluminum cast frame, and print head mechanism, the CL4NX Plus is built to withstand demanding environments. It offers best-in-class print speeds, seamless RFID encoding, and intelligent features like a full-color LCD screen with on-board instructional videos, making it an ideal solution for various industrial applications.
Performance & Intelligence
The CL4NX Plus delivers exceptional print quality and efficiency through its advanced features and intelligent design.
Key Features:
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High Accuracy Print Placement: Ensures precise and consistent label output.
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Best-in-Class Print Speeds: Up to 14 ips (355mm/sec) for 203 dpi and 305 dpi models, and 6 ips (152mm/sec) for 609 dpi models.
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Increased Media Capacity: 30% more ribbon and 80% more label media capacity for extended operation.
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Seamless RFID Encoding: Supports both UHF Gen 2 and HF RFID options.
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Full-Color LCD Screen: With on-board instructional videos for intuitive operation.
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Pre-installed Competitive Printer Language Emulations: Simplifies integration into existing systems.
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Simplified Operation: With Application Enabled Printing (AEP) for standalone printing.
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Remote Management: With SATO Online Services (SOS) and SOTI Connect.
Simple & Durable Design
The CL4NX Plus is built for robust reliability and ease of maintenance in demanding industrial environments.
Design and Durability Highlights:
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Metal Casing and Large Bi-Fold Opening: For easy access and durability.
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Aluminum Cast Frame and Print Head Mechanism: Ensures robust construction.
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Platen Roller Visual Wear Indicator: For proactive maintenance.
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Tool-Free Maintenance: For print head replacement and adjustment.
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Space-Saving Design: With large media supply window and bi-fold door for easy access in confined locations.
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Secure Mounting: 3 Keyhole Slots on Chassis for Flat or Incline Setting.
Comprehensive Specifications
Print Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm), 305 dpi (12 dots/mm), 609 dpi (24 dots/mm)
Print Speed: 14 ips (355mm/sec) for 203/305 dpi; 6 ips (152mm/sec) for 609 dpi
Print Area Max Width: 4.09″ (104mm)
Print Area Max Length: 98.42″ (2500mm) for 203 dpi; 59.05″ (1500mm) for 305 dpi; 15.75″ (400mm) for 609 dpi
Printing Specifications Method: Direct Thermal or Thermal Transfer
Printing Specifications Mode: Continuous, Tear-off, Cutter, Dispenser, Linerless
Media Size Width: Continuous/Tear Off/Cutter/Dispenser: 0.98-5.16″ (25-131mm); Linerless: 2.36-4.65″ (60-118mm)
Media Size Length: Continuous: 0.35-98.43″ (9-2500mm) for 203 dpi, 0.35″-59.06″ (9-1500mm) for 305 dpi, 0.35-15.74″ (9-400mm) for 609 dpi; Tear Off/Cutter: 0.79-98.43″ (20-2500mm) for 203 dpi, 0.79″-59.06″ (20-1500mm) for 305 dpi, 0.79-15.74″ (20-400mm) for 609 dpi; Dispenser: Thermal Transfer: 0.51″-15.74″ (13mm-400mm), Direct Thermal: 1.18″-15.74″ (30-400mm); Linerless: 1.18-4.72″ (30-120mm)
Media Sensor Type: Top Sensor, Adjustable Transmissive Sensor for Gap, Adjustable Reflective Sensor for Black Mark, Paper Out, Ribbon Near-End/Out, Label Near-End
Media Type: Roll (Continuous, Die-cut, Linerless), Fan-fold, Tag, Ticket
Media Thickness (Label & Liner): 0.0024-0.011″ (0.060-0.268mm)
Media Roll Diameter: Up to 10″ OD (254mm) on 3″ (76.0mm) ID Core
Media Wind: Face-in/Face-out (No Setting Change Required)
Ribbon Length: 1,968.5″ (600m) on 1″ (25.4mm) ID Core
Ribbon Width: 1.55-5.04″ (39.5-128mm)
Ribbon Roll Diameter: Maximum 3.54″ (90.0mm)
Ribbon Wind: Face-in/Face-out (No Setting Change Required)
Internal Fonts: 17 Bitmap SATO Fonts, 30 Scalable SATO Fonts, Multi-National Language Support (47 Languages/Unicode), Single and Double Byte Fonts (Korean, Chinese, Japanese)
RFID Options: UHF: Gen 2 ISO/IEC 18000-6C; HF: ISO/IEC 15693 & ISO/IEC 4443
Connectivity Standard: USB 2.0 (Type A, Type B), Ethernet (IPv4/IPv6) on Rear Panel, USB 2.0 (Type A) on Front Panel, RS-232C, Parallel Port, EXT I/O Interface, NFC
Optional Wireless LAN Kit (Internal): Wi-Fi® and Wi-Fi Direct® Certified, IEEE 802.11ac, Dual Band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)
Memory & Processing Dual CPU: CPU1: 2GB Flash, 256MB RAM; CPU2: 4MB Flash, 64 MB RAM
User Downloadable: Fonts, Videos, Graphics or Format (Maximum 100MB)
User Friendly Support Tools: Large Status LED (Blue/Red), Audible Alerts (Adjustable Volume Setting), Self Diagnosis (Head Check, Cutter-Cover Open, Stand-by Mode, Auto-Calibration), Display Panel (3.5″ Full Color LCD), Tool-Free Maintenance (Print Head Replacement and Adjustment, Visual Wear Indicator for Platen Roller), Multi-national Language Support (47 Printable Languages with Scalable Fonts, 31 Major Latin, Pan European and Asian Languages for LCD Menu), Operation Videos (Multiple Instructional Videos On-board, Space for Customized Videos)
Emulation: Auto Detect-SBPL, SEPL®, SZPL®, SDPL®, SIPL® or STCL (pre-installed), XML, PDF Direct Printing, AEP
Remote Maintenance: SNMP Ver. 3, Web Interfaces, SATO Online Services (SOS), All-In-One Tool (AIOT), SOTI Connect
Operating Characteristics Electrical Requirements: Universal Auto-ranging Power Supply, 100-240VAC +/- 10%, 50/60Hz
Operating Environment: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C), 30-80% RH (without condensation); Linerless: 40 to 95°F (5 to 35°C) 30-75% RH (without condensation)
Storage Environment: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C), 30-90% RH (without condensation)
Dimensions (L x W x H): 18.00″ x 10.67″ x 12.64″ (271mm x 457mm x 321mm)
Weight: 33.28 lbs (15.1kg)
Construction: Die-cast Aluminum (Base, Frame, Front Cover, Ribbon Spindle, Print Head Mechanism)
Side-cover: Space saving design with large media supply window and bi-fold door for easy access in confined locations
Secure Mounting: 3 Keyhole Slots on Chassis for Flat or Incline Setting
Functions – Useful Features: Micro Label Printing, Standalone Printing with SATO Application Enabled Printing (AEP), SATO Online Services (SOS), Multiple Interfaces-Auto-Switching, Status Return Rotation (Auto-label Rotation: 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°)
Options: Guillotine Cutter, Linerless Cutter, Dispenser with Internal Liner Rewinder, Real-Time Clock, Barcode Validator, RWG500 External Rewinder, UHF RFID, HF RFID, Wireless LAN
Barcode Symbologies
The CL4NX Plus supports a comprehensive range of linear and 2D barcode symbologies.
Linear Barcodes:
Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, CODABAR (NW7), EAN8/13, GS1-DatabarTM, GS1-128 (UCC/EAN128), Interleaved 2/5, Industrial 2/5, JAN 8/13, Matrix 2/5, MSI, Bookland, PostnetTM, UPC-A/E.
2D Symbologies:
PDF417, Micro PDF, Maxi Code, GS1 Data Matrix, QR Code, Micro QR Code and Composite Symbologies, Aztec.
Conclusion
The SATO CL4NX Plus industrial thermal printer is a high-performance, intelligent, and durable solution designed to meet the demanding needs of various industrial applications. With its exceptional print speeds, seamless RFID encoding, and comprehensive user-friendly features, the CL4NX Plus is an excellent choice for businesses seeking to optimize their labeling processes and enhance operational efficiency.
SATO CL4NX Plus Specification Sheet
