SATO WS408 203 DPI 6 IPS Thermal Transfer Desktop Barcode Label Printer

The SATO WS408 (WT202-400NN-EX1) is a 203 DPI thermal transfer desktop barcode label printer delivering 6 inches per second print speed with USB, Ethernet, and Serial connectivity. Designed for small to medium business label printing in retail, logistics, and light manufacturing, it supports SATO's proprietary SBPL programming language alongside ZPL compatibility for broad label software integration.

Key Features

• 203 DPI thermal transfer printing for high-quality barcode and text labels
• 6 IPS print speed for efficient desktop label output
• USB, Ethernet, and Serial (RS-232) connectivity for flexible integration
• SBPL and ZPL label programming language support
• Compact desktop form factor for counter and light industrial deployment
• Thermal transfer for durable labels resistant to heat, chemicals, and abrasion

Product Specifications

• Part Number: WT202-400NN-EX1
• Manufacturer: SATO
• Model: WS408
• Resolution: 203 DPI
• Print Speed: Up to 6 IPS
• Print Method: Thermal Transfer
• Form Factor: Desktop

Print Specifications

• Resolution: 203 DPI (8 dots/mm)
• Print Speed: Up to 6 IPS
• Max Print Width: 4.1 inches (104mm)
• Print Method: Thermal Transfer (ribbon required)
• Media Handling: Tear bar
• Label Length: Up to 99 inches

Connectivity Specifications

• USB: USB 2.0
• Ethernet: 10/100 Base-T
• Serial: RS-232
• Languages: SBPL, ZPL compatible

Use Cases

• Retail shelf and product barcode label printing at the desktop
• Logistics and shipping label printing for small parcel and carton labeling
• Light manufacturing compliance and work-in-process label output
• Legacy RS-232 serial system integration requiring Serial + USB + Ethernet options

Compatibility

• ZPL-compatible label software including NiceLabel, BarTender, and SATO Print Manager
• Standard 4-inch thermal transfer label media and compatible ribbons
• SATO SBPL for native SATO label application development
• Managed via Ethernet for network-shared label printing

Frequently Asked Questions

What print languages does the SATO WS408 support?

The SATO WS408 supports SATO's native SBPL (SATO Barcode Programming Language) and ZPL (Zebra Programming Language) emulation — enabling compatibility with existing Zebra label formats and label design software.

Does the WS408 support direct thermal printing?

The WT202-400NN-EX1 is a thermal transfer model — a ribbon is required. Verify if a direct thermal variant exists for linerless or receipt-style label media without ribbon.

What ribbon size does the WS408 use?

Standard 4-inch thermal transfer ribbons compatible with the WS408 platform — verify ribbon core size and length with SATO's media compatibility guide for your specific label application.

The SATO WS408 (WT202-400NN-EX1) delivers 203 DPI thermal transfer desktop barcode printing at 6 IPS with USB, Ethernet, and Serial — a versatile ZPL-compatible label printer for retail, logistics, and light manufacturing. Order today for fast shipping.