Sato WT4-AXB

Midrange printer

Compact industrial design
The Sato WT4-AXB offers a compact size of just 198 mm wide, ideal for limited workspaces in manufacturing and logistics.

Extensive media and ribbon capacity
Supports label rolls up to 8 inch OD and ribbon rolls of 450 m, for longer print cycles with fewer changes.

Easy integration and operation
Multiple emulations (SZPL, SIPL, SBPL) ensure quick integration, combined with color coding and multilingual interface for ease of use.

Product information

The Sato WT4-AXB is a compact industrial 4-inch label printer for direct thermal and thermal transfer printing, suitable for medium volumes in light industrial applications. With print speeds up to 203 mm/s (203 dpi) or 152 mm/s (300 dpi) and resolutions of 203 or 300 dpi, it produces sharp barcodes and labels for shipping, inventory management, and product identification. The printer is ideal for sectors such as logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, retail, and healthcare, where reliable labeling is essential.

The WT4-AXB supports large media rolls (up to 8 inch OD) and long ribbon rolls (450 m), minimizing downtime and increasing efficiency in fast-paced environments. Simple front-loading and color coding make media and ribbon changes intuitive, while tool-less maintenance of printhead and platen roller simplifies upkeep. For integration, the printer offers standard USB, LAN, and RS-232C, with options for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, plus multiple printer emulations for compatibility with existing systems. Optional dispenser or cutter supports print & apply processes, and the multilingual LCD interface with color coding aids quick troubleshooting.

Specifications
  • Print technology: Direct thermal and thermal transfer.

  • Print resolution: 203 dpi or 300 dpi.

  • Maximum print width: 104 mm (4 inch).

  • Maximum print speed: Up to 203 mm/s (8 ips) at 203 dpi; up to 152 mm/s (6 ips) at 300 dpi.

  • Media support: Rolls up to 8 inch (203 mm) OD; width 22–112 mm.

  • Ribbon capacity: Up to 450 m length.

  • Interfaces: USB, LAN (Ethernet), RS-232C; optional Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

  • Printer emulations: SZPL, SIPL, SBPL.

  • Operation: 3.5-inch LCD with color coding and multilingual interface.

  • Options: Dispenser, guillotine cutter.

  • Dimensions: Compact (198 mm wide).

  • Applications: Logistics, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, food industry.

Frequently asked questions

Coding and labeling are our core business. We have 5,000 customers in widely varying sectors: from the local cheese shop to the multinational.

The WT4-AXB supports both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing, suitable for various label types and durability requirements.

At 203 dpi up to 203 mm/s (8 ips), at 300 dpi up to 152 mm/s (6 ips), for efficient production of sharp barcodes and text.

Via standard USB, Ethernet, and RS-232C, with options for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and emulations such as SZPL, SIPL, and SBPL for quick compatibility.

Supports label rolls up to 8 inch OD and ribbon up to 450 m, with wide media path and simple front-loading for minimal downtime.

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