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🏯Japanese AIDC Pioneer · Since 1940

SATO
Label Printers

Japanese precision, global RFID leadership. The pioneer of auto-identification and data capture (AIDC) since 1940.

Desktop · Industrial · Mobile · RFID · Ribbons

(418) 316-2105
1940
Year founded
4lines
Desktop · Industrial · Mobile · RFID
305dpi
CL series resolution
85+yrs
AIDC expertise
Full Catalog

The complete Sato
lineup in Quebec

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Desktop Printers

Compact, versatile, and reliable. The Sato desktop line delivers Japanese print quality for small to medium volumes. Ideal for retail, light warehousing, and receiving desks.

Volume

500 to 3,000 labels / day

CG408
Popular
203 dpi5 IPS4"

Compact desktop 4" — direct thermal and transfer. USB, Ethernet. Reliable and cost-effective.

CG412
305 dpi5 IPS4"

Desktop 4" 305 dpi — high resolution for fine barcodes and detailed text. USB, Ethernet.

WS408
203 dpi5 IPS4"

Compact desktop 4" — clean design, direct thermal and transfer. USB, Ethernet. Ideal for retail.

WS412
305 dpi5 IPS4"

Desktop 4" 305 dpi — high resolution in a compact form. Perfect for precise retail labels.

CT4-LX
Touch
203 dpi6 IPS4"

Next-gen desktop — intuitive LCD touch panel, extended connectivity. Simplified user interface.

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Industrial Printers

Built for the most demanding production environments — steel chassis, reinforced mechanisms, 24/7 operation. Sato industrial printers are global references in reliability and RFID.

Volume

5,000 to 100,000+ labels / day

CL4NX
Popular
203/305 dpi10 IPS4"

Flagship industrial — steel chassis, color touch display, RFID-ready. Full connectivity. 24/7.

CL6NX
Wide format
203/305 dpi10 IPS6"

Wide-format industrial 6" — steel chassis, touch display, RFID-ready. Oversize labels and panels.

GL408e
203 dpi10 IPS4"

High-performance industrial 203 dpi — fast printing, rugged construction, continuous 24/7 production.

GL412e
305 dpi
305 dpi10 IPS4"

High-resolution industrial 305 dpi — fine barcodes and precise text in intensive production.

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Mobile Printers

Print labels and receipts directly in the field, at the bedside, on the sales floor, or during deliveries. Wrist-mounted and handheld printers with Bluetooth and long battery life.

Volume

Field · Retail · Healthcare

WS2
Popular
203 dpi3 IPS2"

Wrist-mounted printer 2" — ultra-lightweight, Bluetooth. Ideal for retail, healthcare, field.

WS4
203 dpi3 IPS4"

Handheld mobile printer 4" — Bluetooth, long battery life. Labels and receipts in the field.

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RFID Printers

Sato is a global pioneer in radio-frequency identification (RFID). These models integrate UHF RFID encoding directly into printing, for automatic traceability without optical scanning.

Volume

RFID Traceability · Logistics · Asset Tracking

CL4NX RFID
RFID
203/305 dpi10 IPS4"

Flagship industrial RFID — integrated UHF encoding, steel chassis, touch display. 24/7 production traceability.

CL6NX RFID
RFID
203/305 dpi10 IPS6"

Wide-format industrial RFID 6" — UHF encoding, oversize RFID labels for pallets and containers.

GL412e RFID
RFID
305 dpi10 IPS4"

High-resolution industrial RFID — UHF encoding, 305 dpi for precision RFID labels in production.

Why Sato

Japanese engineering
since 1940

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Japanese heritage since 1940

Sato is a Japanese pioneer in AIDC (auto-identification and data capture) since 1940. Over 85 years of precision engineering dedicated to automatic identification.

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Global RFID leadership

Sato is a global leader in RFID printing and encoding. The CL4NX RFID and CL6NX RFID integrate UHF encoding directly into printing, for traceability without optical scanning.

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Steel industrial chassis

The CL4NX and CL6NX are built on steel chassis for the most demanding environments. Shock, dust, and intensive 24/7 usage resistance.

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Broad media compatibility

Direct thermal, thermal transfer, RFID, specialized substrates. Compatible with ARMOR-IIMAK ribbons. Sato handles every format and material.

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Local Quebec support

Sato stock and consumables at Québec. Installation, configuration, training, and troubleshooting by our technical team. Same-day intervention for emergencies.

Same-day emergency service

Same-day delivery across Greater Montreal and the South Shore. Emergency service at no extra charge. Your production never stops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Sato printers compatible with ARMOR-IIMAK ribbons?

Yes. As the exclusive ARMOR-IIMAK distributor in Quebec, we select the exact ribbon for every Sato model. Wax, wax-resin, or resin depending on your substrate. No trial and error.

Which Sato model for my production volume?

For 500–3,000 labels/day, the desktop line (CG408, CT4-LX) is ideal. For 5,000–100,000+, the industrial CL4NX or CL6NX with steel chassis. For mobility, the wrist-mounted WS2 and handheld WS4.

Do you offer training for Sato printers?

Yes. Our technician configures your Sato printer, creates your first label templates, and trains your team. Available on-site or remotely. Included with purchase.

What is the warranty on Sato printers?

Manufacturer warranty on most Sato models. Genuine parts available. In case of a warranty defect, express replacement or repair from our Quebec showroom.

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