Overview
The SATO GT408e is a high-performance direct thermal and thermal transfer barcode printer built on the proven e Series architecture. The design of the GT408e is built on the e Series of SATO printer architecture, which provides high-speed data transmission. This monochrome label printer is purpose-built for industrial facilities, distribution centers, retail operations, and manufacturing environments requiring reliable, fast barcode and label production.
Key Features
- 12 in/s print speed with 203 dpi resolution for rapid barcode generation
- 6 MB of Flash ROM – 4MB for main memory and 2 MB for font storage
- Optional 20MB memory cartridge provides expanded storage capability, ideal for housing TrueType fonts, format forms, graphics, history of printed data, LCD messages, and SEMBL programs
- Metal casing and structure provide a durable design to satisfy the printing demands in rugged environments
- Direct thermal and thermal transfer capable
- Multiple connectivity options: USB, Ethernet, Serial, Parallel, NFC, Bluetooth
Technical Specifications
- Print Technology: Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer
- Print Resolution: 203 dpi
- Maximum Print Speed: 12 in/s Mono
- Print Width: 4.10 inches
- Maximum Label Width: 5.04 inches
- Maximum Label Length: 49.17 inches
- Standard Memory: 6 MB Flash ROM (4MB main + 2MB fonts)
- Optional Memory: 20MB memory cartridge upgrade
- Color: Monochrome
- Recommended Use: Label and barcode printing
Typical Applications
The GT408e excels in shipping and logistics, warehouse management, retail point-of-sale operations, healthcare labeling, manufacturing and product coding, and inventory management. Barcode Symbology Supported: UPC-A, UPC-E, UCC/EAN 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 39, Code 128, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 93, RSS-14, making it compatible with industry-standard labeling requirements across multiple sectors.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Direct thermal and thermal transfer label media
- Standard 4-inch label rolls and formats
- SATO ribbon cartridges and supplies
- Shipping and postage software: UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS, Stamps.com, Endicia
- Standard printer drivers and label design software
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Verify specific replacement compatibility with your current printer model; contact our support team for direct interchange information
Works With
- Printer Languages: SBPL, ZGL, DGL, PGL, TGL, IGL (standard emulation support)
- Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, Serial, Parallel, NFC, Bluetooth
- Label design software: Any software supporting standard ESC/P or generic thermal printer drivers
- Optional external interfaces: Label cutter, dispenser, rewinder, external signal interface (EXT port)






