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- SATO CG2 Desktop "2 inch" 203/305dpi 4ips compact DT/TT label printer with anti-microbial casing.
- Comes with USB and Ethernet or RS232C.
- Label dispenser and cutter available as accessories.
- Access to different types of labelling media.
- 1 year warranty.
- Start Price £278.07.
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Buyers Guide
WHAT IS THE CG2?
The CG2 is a set of 2 inch desktop printers comprising the following models:
- CG208DT - 203dpi Direct Thermal
- CG212DT - 305dpi Direct Thermal
- CG208TT - 203dpi Thermal Transfer
- CG212TT - 305dpi Thermal Transfer
WHERE IS THE CG2 USED?
The CG2 is used for light duty applications in many sectors including retail, logistics and healthcare.
WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE CG2?
- Affordability
- Anti-Microbial Casing
- Communications Options
- Good Media Handling
- Works with a Wide Range of Labels
AFFORDABILITY
The CG2 is a well designed "2 inch" inch printer offered at a good price for a wide range of applications where resolutions of 203dpi and 305dpi and speeds of up to 4ips are adequate.
ANTI-MICROBIAL CASING
Infection control is becoming increasingly important in food preparation and healthcare.
The material of the CG2's casing includes an anti-microbial substance which discourages the growth of bacteria and micro-organisms.
COMMUNICATIONS OPTIONS
The CG2 comes as standard with either USB and Ethernet or USB and RS232C.
GOOD MEDIA HANDLING
The basic models of the CG2 have tear-off media handling.
A label dispenser or a cutter are available as accessories.
WORKS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF LABELS
Labels can be face-in or face-out.
Labels can be on rolls with 25.4mm or 40mm cores or fan-folded.
WHAT USER INTERFACE OPTIONS ARE THERE FOR THE CG2?
The CG2 has a simple user interface with LED status indicators and a single button.
WHAT PRINT RESOLUTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE CG2?
CG2 models are available with the choice of 203dpi or 305dpi.
The maximum speed is 4ips.
WHAT CONNECTION OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CG2?
The CG2 has USB and Ethernet or USB and RS232C.
WHAT LABEL STATIONERY CAN THE CG2 USE?
The label stationery used by the CG2 is usually housed inside the printer in roll form.
The rolls of label stationery are inside or outside wound on 25.4mm or 38mm cores.
The maximum outside diameter of the rolls is 130mm for 38mm cores, and 115mm for 25.4mm cores.
Alternatively fanfold stationery or other labels can be fed in through a slot in the rear of the printer.
The CG2 Direct Thermal models work with heat sensitive label stationery only.
The CG2 Thermal Transfer models also work with non-heat sensitive label media using a ribbon to print the label image.
The CG2 has a black mark sensor which is adjustable across the label width and a label gap sensor which is fixed near the centre of the label.
The label media can be:
- Self-adhesive die-cut labels with gaps
- Self-adhesive butt-cut labels without gaps and with under-printed black marks
- Non-adhesive tags under-printed with black marks
- Non-adhesive tags punched with holes or slots
- Wristbands
- Continuous stationery, for example receipt paper
WHAT LABEL PRINTING SOFTWARE IS AVAILABLE FOR THE CG2?
Most label printers are used in conjunction with label printing software packages.
The CG2 is compatible with Bartender or NiceLabel.
WHAT CAN THE CG2 PRINT ON THE LABELS?
The CG2 prints monochrome text, barcodes and graphics.
The CG2 comes with a range of resident fonts and a wide range of 1D and 2D barcodes.
WHAT LABELS AND RIBBONS CAN THE CG2 USE?
LABEL MEDIA
CG2 Direct Thermal models can print on DT label media only.
CG2 Thermal Transfer models can print on DT label media without a ribbon or on TT label media with the aid of a ribbon.
The printers work with rolls of label stationery wound on 25.4mm or 38mm cores.
The maximum outside diameter of the rolls is 130mm for rolls on 38mm cores or 115mm for rolls on 25.4mm cores.
Alternatively roll label stationery or fanfold stationery can be fed in through a slot in the rear of the printer.
The label media width can be from 12mm to 60mm.
The minimum and maximum label length depend on a number of factors as shown below.
| Resolution | Mode | Minimum Label Length | Maximum Label Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 203dpi | Continuous | 6mm | 600mm |
| 305dpi | Continuous | 6mm | 400mm |
| 203dpi | Tear-Off | 12mm | 600mm |
| 305dpi | Tear-off | 12mm | 400mm |
| 203dpi | Cutter | 22mm | 600mm |
| 305dpi | Cutter | 22mm | 400mm |
| 203dpi | Dispenser | 22mm | 100mm |
| 305dpi | Dispenser | 22mm | 100mm |
THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBONS
Ribbons are face-out centre wound on 59mm long 12.7mm cores with a maximum ribbon length of 100m.
WHAT ARE THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE CG2?
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Temperature - Operating | 0 to 35ºC |
| Temperature - Storage | -10 to 60ºC |
| Humidity - Operating | 30 to 80% RH (without condensation) |
| Humidity - Storage | 15 to 85% RH (without condensation) |
WHAT ARE THE DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT OF THE CG2?
The dimensions are 128mm x 235mm x 173mm (WxDxH).
The weight is 1.5kg for the DT model and 1.6kg for the TT model.
WHAT IS THE WARRANTY PERIOD FOR THE CG2?
The CG2 printer is warranted for 1 year.
WHAT COMES IN THE BOX WITH THE CG2?
- CG2 Printer
- Quick Guide
- Power Supply
- EU Power Cord
PRINTERS
STANDARD FEATURES
| INCLUDED WITH ALL CG2 PRINTERS |
|---|
| 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory |
| Adjustable black mark sensor and label gap sensor |
| USB 2.0 |
| Power Supply with EU Power Cord |
OPTIONS
DIRECT THERMAL CG2 PRINTERS
There are 4 factory made options.
If you need assistance in making a selection please ASK FOR HELP.
£278.07
£333.68
inc VAT
SATO WWCG40032.
CG208DT 203dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Direct Thermal 2.36 inch Wide 203dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, RS232C | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£369.03
£442.84
inc VAT
SATO WWCG40042.
CG208DT 203dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Direct Thermal 2.36 inch Wide 203dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, Ethernet | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£383.01
£459.61
inc VAT
SATO WWCG50032.
CG212DT 305dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Direct Thermal 2.36 inch Wide 305dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, RS232C | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£473.95
£568.74
inc VAT
SATO WWCG50042.
CG212DT 305dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Direct Thermal 2.36 inch Wide 305dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, Ethernet | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
THERMAL TRANSFER CG2 PRINTERS
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DT AND TT | 203DPI | 305DPI | 4IPS | EPL | USB | RS232C | LAN | PRICE |
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£323.55 | |||
| WWCG20032E |
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£323.55 | ||
| WWCG20042 |
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£414.49 | |||
| WWCG30032 |
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£428.48 | |||
| WWCG30042 |
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£519.43 |
There are 5 factory made options.
If you need assistance in making a selection please ASK FOR HELP.
£323.55
£388.26
inc VAT
SATO WWCG20032.
CG208TT 203dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Thermal Transfer 2.36 inch Wide 203dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, RS232C | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£323.55
£388.26
inc VAT
SATO WWCG20032E.
CG208TT 203dpi EPL Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Thermal Transfer 2.36 inch Wide 203dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | EPL | USB 2.0, RS232C | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£414.49
£497.39
inc VAT
SATO WWCG20042.
CG208TT 203dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Thermal Transfer 2.36 inch Wide 203dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, Ethernet | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£428.48
£514.18
inc VAT
SATO WWCG30032.
CG212TT 305dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Thermal Transfer 2.36 inch Wide 305dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, RS232C | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£519.43
£623.32
inc VAT
SATO WWCG30042.
CG212TT 305dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord.
General Purpose Black-Gray Thermal Transfer 2.36 inch Wide 305dpi 4ips Desktop Label Printer | USB 2.0, Ethernet | Adjustable Black Line Sensor and Label Gap Sensor | 8MB RAM, 4MB Flash Memory | Power Supply with EU Power Cord.
Needs a UK Power Cord.
Warranty: 12 Months.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
ADD-ONS
UK POWER CORD
£POA
Decision KABUK2P20.
1.8m UK Power Cord with a Three-Pin (Rectangular) Plug and an IEC (C13) Connector.
MEDIA HANDLING OPTIONS
£87.36
£104.83
inc VAT
SATO WWCG25200.
CG2 Dispenser.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£110.09
£132.11
inc VAT
SATO WWCG25100.
CG2 Cutter.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
LABELS
Some models of the CG2 work with either TT media and a ribbon or DT media without a ribbon.
Other models can only work with DT media.
Please be careful to choose DT labels if you have a DT printer.
For details of the label media that can be used with the CG2 printer please see the Buyers Guide.
The following tables show a selection of suitable labels.
If you are looking for a label material or size which is not listed or need a large quantity please ASK FOR HELP.
Prices are per box and do not include VAT or delivery.
SATO LABELS
| SIZE | PART NO | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
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P53010008129 | 25mm x 25mm Eco Thermal - Std Permanent Direct Thermal Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Uncoated Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 75mm, 800 per Roll, 20 Rolls per Box - No Ribbon required. | ASK | £23.40 | |
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P53010008140 | 45mm x 25mm Top Thermal - Std Permanent Direct Thermal Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Top-Coated Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 75mm, 900 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - No Ribbon required. | ASK | £23.04 |
DECISION LABELS
WHITE DT PAPER DECISION LABELS
| SIZE | PART NO | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
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DT3825-4P | 38mm x 25mm DT Direct Thermal Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Uncoated Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 100mm, 1380 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - No Ribbon required. | 5-10 days | £43.08 | |
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DT4040-4P | 40mm x 40mm DT Direct Thermal Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Uncoated Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 100mm, 900 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - No Ribbon required. | 5-10 days | £50.76 | |
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DT5025-4P-PERF | 50mm x 25mm DT Direct Thermal Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Uncoated Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 100mm, Perforated, 1380 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - No Ribbon required. NOT SUITABLE FOR DISPENSER OR CUTTER MODE |
5-10 days | £50.76 |
WHITE TT PAPER DECISION LABELS
| SIZE | PART NO | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
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TT3825-4P | 38mm x 25mm TT Thermal Transfer Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Semi-Gloss Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 100mm, 1380 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - needs a Wax or Wax/Resin Ribbon. | 5-10 days | £38.76 | |
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TT4040-4P | 40mm x 40mm TT Thermal Transfer Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Semi-Gloss Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 100mm, 900 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - needs a Wax or Wax/Resin Ribbon. | 5-10 days | £42.00 | |
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TT5025-4P-PERF | 50mm x 25mm TT Thermal Transfer Die Cut Label with Gaps, White Semi-Gloss Paper, Permanent Adhesive, Outside Wound on 25mm Cores, Maximum Outside Diameter 100mm, Perforated, 1380 per Roll, 12 Rolls per Box - needs a Wax or Wax/Resin Ribbon. NOT SUITABLE FOR DISPENSER OR CUTTER MODE |
5-10 days | £42.00 |
RIBBONS
For details of the thermal transfer ribbons that can be used with the CG2 printer please see the Buyers Guide.
The following tables show a selection of suitable ribbons.
If you are looking for a ribbon material or size that is not listed or need a large quantity please ASK FOR HELP.
Prices are per box and do not include VAT or delivery.
BLACK WAX RIBBONS
| SIZE | PART NO | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
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| 55mm x 91M | Y59110200010 | 55mm x 91m SWX-100 Black Wax Outside Wound and Centred on 59mm Wide 12.7mm Diameter Cores, 16 Ribbons per Box | ASK | £11.52 | |
| 55mm x 100M | Y59110200147 | 55mm x 100m SWX-100 Black Wax Outside Wound and Centred on 59mm Wide 12.7mm Diameter Cores, 16 Ribbons per Box | ASK | £12.80 |
BLACK WAX/RESIN RIBBONS
| SIZE | PART NO | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55mm x 100M | Y59110200154 | 55mm x 100m SWR-100 Black Wax/Resin Outside Wound and Centred on 59mm Wide 12.7mm Diameter Cores, 16 Ribbons per Box | ASK | £25.76 |
BLACK RESIN RIBBONS
| SIZE | PART NO | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
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| 55mm x 74M | Y59110200073 | 55mm x 74m SRS-100 Black Resin Outside Wound and Centred on 59mm Wide 12.7mm Diameter Cores, 16 Ribbons per Box | ASK | £31.20 | |
| 55mm x 100M | Y59110200161 | 55mm x 100m SRS-100 Black Resin Outside Wound and Centred on 59mm Wide 12.7mm Diameter Cores, 16 Ribbons per Box | ASK | £42.08 |
PRINTHEADS
£95.86
£115.03
inc VAT
SATO R13864000.
203dpi Printhead for TT CG2 (CG208TT)
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£95.86
£115.03
inc VAT
SATO R13869000.
203dpi Printhead for DT CG2 (CG208DT)
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£108.48
£130.18
inc VAT
SATO R13865000.
305dpi Printhead for TT CG2 (CG212TT)
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
£108.48
£130.18
inc VAT
SATO R13870000.
305dpi Printhead for DT CG2 (CG212DT)
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
PLATEN ROLLERS
£33.64
£40.37
inc VAT
SATO R13862000.
DT/TT Platen Roller for CG2.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER. PLEASE CHECK LEAD TIME.
Price does not include delivery charge.
CG2 PART NUMBERS
| PART | DESCRIPTION | DELIVERY | PRICE | |
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| KABUK2P20 | 1.8m UK Power Cord with a Three-Pin (Rectangular) Plug and an IEC (C13) Connector. | ASK | £POA | |
| R13862000 | DT/TT Platen Roller for CG2. | ASK | £33.64 | |
| R13864000 | 203dpi Printhead for TT CG2 (CG208TT). | ASK | £95.86 | |
| R13865000 | 305dpi Printhead for TT CG2 (CG212TT). | ASK | £108.48 | |
| R13869000 | 203dpi Printhead for DT CG2 (CG208DT). | ASK | £95.86 | |
| R13870000 | 305dpi Printhead for DT CG2 (CG212DT). | ASK | £108.48 | |
| WWCG20032 | CG208TT 203dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £323.55 | |
| WWCG20032E | CG208TT 203dpi EPL Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £323.55 | |
| WWCG20042 | CG208TT 203dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £414.49 | |
| WWCG25100 | CG2 Cutter. | ASK | £110.09 | |
| WWCG25200 | CG2 Dispenser. | ASK | £87.36 | |
| WWCG30032 | CG212TT 305dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £428.48 | |
| WWCG30042 | CG212TT 305dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £519.43 | |
| WWCG40032 | CG208DT 203dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £278.07 | |
| WWCG40042 | CG208DT 203dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £369.03 | |
| WWCG50032 | CG212DT 305dpi Printer with USB + RS232C and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £383.01 | |
| WWCG50042 | CG212DT 305dpi Printer with USB + LAN and EU Power Cord. | ASK | £473.95 |
DELIVERY
Our standard charge for 2-3 day delivery to most locations in mainland UK is £10.
This charge is subject to a weight limit of 20Kg.
For consignments which are heavier than 20Kg we reserve the right to add a surcharge.
If your order includes products from more than one manufacturer we may need to ship items from more than one warehouse and in such circumstances there may be a carriage surcharge.
We will agree any carriage surcharge with you before accepting your order.
If you need delivery outside mainland UK please contact us at sales@decisiontechnology.co.uk to confirm the delivery charge before placing your order.
HELP
If you need help please call us on +44 (0)20 8979 5533 or email us at sales@decisiontechnology.co.uk.
We try to respond to emails within a few hours.
Updated 2024-07-24 at 12:08:27.
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