Hardware Solutions
Professional-grade hardware for labeling, scanning, and inventory management. From thermal label printers to Raspberry Pi-powered scanning systems—we recommend the tools that work.
Ricoh fi-8170 Scanner
Rollo Label Printer
Simple Sifter DIY Kit
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Ricoh fi-8170 Scanner
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Ricoh fi-8170 Scanner
Professional-grade document scanner that's the cornerstone of our Simple Sifter system. Fast, reliable, and built for high-volume card scanning operations.
Why This Scanner?
- Commercial-Grade Build
Designed for business use with durability that handles thousands of cards
- High-Speed Scanning
Scan cards quickly without jams or misfeeds
- Reliable Card Feeding
Consistent feeding mechanism prevents damage to valuable cards
- Fujitsu Compatibility
Any Fujitsu-branded scanner works - proven, reliable technology
- Simple Sifter Integration
Pairs perfectly with Raspberry Pi for automated card recognition
Rollo Label Printer
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Label Printing System
Professional thermal label printing for inventory organization, pricing tags, and storage labels. Fast, reliable, and no ongoing ink costs.
Rollo Label Printer
We recommend this printer as it supports a wide variety of label sizes, and can print many labels quickly.
1.5" x 0.5" Labels
These are the labels that we suggest you use with your label printer. Our formats are sized specifically for this label size.
Simple Sifter
DIY Raspberry Pi-based scanning system that works with professional document scanners. Scan cards quickly with a custom setup tailored to your needs.
Required Components:
Ricoh fi-8170
This is the scanner used with the Sifter, but any Fujitsu branded will work.
Raspberry Pi 4
This is the main brain that controls the scanner. All items will plug into this.
Pi Power Cable
This power cord has a handy power switch to turn the pi on and off when needed.
Pi SD Card
This is what you will install the Simple Sifter image on following the tutorial.
Pi Screen
This screen is entirely Optional. This shows the status of the Sifter. You do need small breadboard jumper wires for this.
Simple Sifter Setup
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Recommended Products
Hardware we recommend and support for optimal SortSwift integration
Ricoh fi-8170
This is the scanner used with the Sifter, but any Fujitsu branded will work.
High-speed document scanning
Reliable card feeding mechanism
Commercial-grade durability
Fujitsu quality and support
Rollo Label Printer
We recommend this printer as it supports a wide variety of label sizes, and can print many labels quickly.
Wide label size support
Fast printing speed
No ink or toner needed
Compatible with our formats
1.5" x 0.5" Labels
These are the labels that we suggest you use with your label printer. Our formats are sized specifically for this label size.
Perfect for SortSwift formats
High-quality adhesive
Thermal printing compatible
Long-lasting
Raspberry Pi 4
This is the main brain that controls the scanner. All items will plug into this.
Central control unit
Runs Sifter software
Connects all components
Low power consumption
Pi Power Cable
This power cord has a handy power switch to turn the pi on and off when needed.
Built-in power switch
Reliable power delivery
Convenient on/off
Pi 4 compatible
Pi SD Card
This is what you will install the Simple Sifter image on following the tutorial.
Pre-formatted for Pi
Fast read/write speeds
Reliable storage
Easy installation
Pi Screen
This screen is entirely Optional. This shows the status of the Sifter. You do need small breadboard jumper wires for this.
Shows Sifter status
Real-time feedback
Easy monitoring
Small breadboard wires needed
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Get professional-grade hardware for your card shop. Whether you need label printing or a scanning system, we have recommendations that integrate perfectly with SortSwift.
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