Product Description

The SATO PV3 is a compact, rugged 3-inch mobile direct thermal printer designed for businesses that need reliable on-demand printing in the field. Ideal for retail, warehousing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and field service, the PV3 delivers crisp 203 dpi barcode labels, receipts, shelf labels, and inventory tags with print speeds up to 5 inches per second.

Built for enterprise mobility, the PV3 features USB, Bluetooth®, and optional Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless integration with Windows®, Android™, iOS™, and Linux® devices. Its lightweight design, built-in label dispenser, rechargeable Li-Ion battery, IP54-rated durability, and 6.9-foot drop resistance help keep mobile workers productive in demanding environments.

Whether you're printing delivery receipts, inventory labels, shipping labels, or shelf tags, the SATO PV3 provides dependable mobile printing wherever your business takes you.

Key Features

• 3-inch mobile direct thermal printer
• 203 dpi print resolution
• Print speeds up to 5 ips (127 mm/sec)
• Direct Thermal printing (no ribbon required)
• USB connectivity
• Bluetooth® wireless communication
• Optional Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n)
• Built-in label dispenser
• Lightweight, portable design
• IP54-rated dust and water resistance
• 6.9 ft (2.1 m) drop resistance
• Rechargeable Li-Ion battery
• LCD display with printer status indicators
• Supports SLCS, BPL-Z™, and BPL-C™ printer emulations
• Compatible with Windows®, Android™, iOS™, and Linux®

Ideal For

• Retail
• Warehousing
• Distribution centers
• Transportation & logistics
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Field service
• Route accounting
• Mobile point-of-sale (mPOS)
• Government
• Asset management

Common Applications

• Shipping labels
• Delivery receipts
• Shelf labels
• Price markdown labels
• Inventory labels
• Cycle counting
• Receiving labels
• Asset tracking labels
• Warehouse barcode labels
• Mobile receipts
• Specimen labels
• Patient identification labels
• Work order labels
• Route delivery documentation

Product Specifications

Available Variants

Shopify Variant Structure

Connectivity

• USB + Bluetooth®
• USB + Bluetooth® + Wi-Fi

Resolution

• 203 dpi

Media Handling

• Built-in Dispenser

Standard Connectivity

Depending on the selected model, the PV3 includes:

• USB
• Bluetooth®
• Wi-Fi (WWPV31280 model)
• Compatible with Windows®, Android™, iOS™, and Linux®

Compatible Media

The SATO PV3 supports a wide range of 3-inch direct thermal media, including:

• Shipping labels
• Barcode labels
• Inventory labels
• Shelf labels
• Price labels
• Asset labels
• Mobile receipts
• Continuous media
• Die-cut labels
• Logistics labels
• Warehouse labels

Optional Accessories

• Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
• Single-Bay Battery Charger
• Four-Bay Battery Charger
• AC Power Adapter
• USB Cable
• Serial Cable
• Replacement Belt Strap
• Shoulder Strap

Why Choose the SATO PV3?

The SATO PV3 delivers enterprise-grade mobile printing in a compact and durable package. With wireless connectivity options, a built-in label dispenser, and rugged construction, it's an excellent choice for organizations that need reliable label and receipt printing in fast-paced mobile environments.

Benefits

• Print labels and receipts on demand
• Increase employee productivity
• Reduce manual labeling errors
• Improve inventory accuracy
• Eliminate trips to stationary printers
• Integrate easily with mobile computers, tablets, and smartphones
• Rugged design for daily mobile use

Industries Served

• Retail
• Warehousing
• Distribution
• Transportation
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Field Service
• Government

What's Included

• SATO PV3 Mobile Printer
• Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
• Belt Strap
• Quick Start Guide