SATO PW2NX Compact 2-inch Mobile Printer

The SATO PW2NX Series is a compact 2-inch mobile printer designed for organisations that need fast, reliable label or receipt printing directly at the point of work. Built for mobile use across manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, logistics and field-based workflows, it combines direct thermal printing, rugged construction, flexible wireless connectivity and practical media handling in a lightweight handheld format. With a maximum print width of 55 mm, the PW2NX is well suited to compact labels, receipts, shelf labels, inventory labels, sample labels, picking labels, delivery labels and on-demand identification tasks. Because it is a direct thermal printer, it does not require ribbon handling, which simplifies operation in mobile environments where speed, portability and ease of use are more important than permanent label durability. The printer delivers 203 dpi resolution and print speeds up to 152 mm per second, allowing users to produce clear barcode labels and receipts quickly while moving through operational areas. This is particularly useful in warehouse picking, stock control, bedside healthcare workflows, distribution, mobile sales, transport processes and production support tasks where operators need to print information immediately rather than return to a fixed workstation. The PW2NX supports roll die-cut labels, continuous media with release liner, linerless media as standard and receipt paper. This makes it more flexible than a simple mobile receipt printer, as it can support both label and receipt-style output from the same compact device. Linerless media handling can also be valuable where reducing backing-paper waste and simplifying label handling are practical workflow priorities. For mobile barcode and traceability applications, the PW2NX supports a broad range of 1D and 2D symbologies, including Code 128, GS1-128, GS1 DataBar, QR Code, Micro QR, PDF417, MaxiCode, GS1 DataMatrix, DataMatrix ECC200 and Aztec Code. This allows it to support inventory control, healthcare identification, distribution labels and data-rich mobile printing tasks where readable barcode output is essential. Connectivity options are a key strength of the PW2NX. Depending on the model, the printer supports USB, Bluetooth 3.0 with iOS support, and wireless LAN with IEEE802.11a/b/g/n. NFC is included for fast pairing and rapid configuration, which can simplify deployment and daily use in mobile environments. Remote management is supported through SATO All-in-One Configuration Utility, SNMP and web browser access on Wi-Fi models. The PW2NX is also designed for integration into existing enterprise printing environments. It supports multiple language emulations, including SBPL, SPOS, SCPCL, SZPL, SDPL, SIPL and STPCL, helping reduce integration complexity where existing mobile or desktop label printing workflows are already in place. Driver support for Windows, SAP, NiceLabel, BarTender, Teklynx and SATO CUPS for Linux and Mac OS adds further deployment flexibility. Durability is central to its mobile role. The printer has a polycarbonate and shock-absorbing elastomer casing and is drop tested from 2.1 metres on all faces. At 437.8 g including battery, it remains lightweight enough for daily mobile use while still providing the ruggedness required for operational environments. The high-brightness organic electroluminescent display, wide-angle viewing and prominent red, green and blue status LEDs support clear user feedback during mobile operation. Power is provided by a 7.2 V, 1950 mAh lithium-ion smart battery, with intelligent charging and usage technology and programmable sleep functions to support efficient mobile operation. Accessories such as spare batteries, single battery charger, 1-bay and 4-bay charging cradles, vehicle charger, carry cases and shoulder strap allow the PW2NX to be adapted to different shift patterns, vehicle-based workflows and mobile teams. The SATO PW2NX is a strong choice for businesses that need a compact mobile barcode printer for on-demand labeling and receipt printing. It is particularly suitable for environments where operators move between tasks, products, patients, shelves, vehicles or workstations and need reliable printed output at the point of activity.

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Product Features

• Connection: USB, Bluetooth, NFC
• Resolution: 203 dpi

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