Datacard 512643-007 ID Card Printer
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Datacard Artista CR805 ID Card Printer Model Overview
The Datacard (Entrust) CR805 is a pigment-ink retransfer ID card printer engineered for premium, photo-quality credentials and long-life durability. With true 600 dpi printing, over-the-edge coverage, and fine-line reproduction, the CR805 delivers lifelike images, crisp microtext, and accurate spot colors for corporate IDs, student badges, and high-assurance government cards. Modular options—including inline lamination, a tactile impression module, and multi-hopper input—let you scale durability, security, and throughput as your program grows, while issuance-security features such as secure boot and a TPM help protect keys, certificates, and the device itself.
Key features:
- Premium retransfer output: 600 dpi pigment ink with over-the-edge coverage for vibrant, long-lasting images on a wide range of card materials.
- Scalable durability & security: Add inline lamination (patch/overlay) and tactile impression to boost card life and anti-tamper/anti-counterfeit protection.
- Program-ready modularity: Single- or dual-sided printing, optional multi-hopper input, and field-upgradable mag-stripe and smart-card encoders.
- Issuance security architecture: Secure boot chain, TPM-based key storage, and locked supplies workflows to help safeguard the issuance environment.
- Desktop simplicity: Intuitive LCD interface, certified supplies, and standard USB/Ethernet connectivity for fast deployment and support.
Specifications:
- Print technology: Pigment-ink retransfer (CMYKP, with optional K or UV panels depending on ribbon)
- Resolution: 600 dpi; over-the-edge (full-bleed) coverage
- Print modes: Single-sided or dual-sided
- Throughput (typical): Single-sided CMYKP up to ~100 cards/hour; dual-sided CMYKP-KP up to ~66 cards/hour
- Color management: ICC “True Color” and legacy SR/CR modes
- Connectivity: USB; 10/100 Ethernet (IPv4/IPv6)
- Encoding options: Magnetic stripe; contact/contactless smart-card encoders (field upgradable)
- Security: Secure Boot, Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Kensington® lock support; optional printer lock
- Supplies: Certified pigment ribbons and retransfer film; cleaning cards/sleeves included with supply kits
- Modular add-ons: Card Lamination Module (CLM), Tactile Impression Module (TIM), multi-hopper input
- Use cases: Corporate ID, campus cards, driver/visitor credentials, healthcare, government, and financial instant issuance
Recommended Accessories
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- ID Card Laminate and Film (18)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of ID cards can the Datacard 512643-007 CR805 printer produce?
The CR805 is a versatile card printer capable of producing a wide range of ID cards, including corporate badges, school IDs, driver's licenses, and other high-assurance identification documents. Its retransfer printing technology and pigment ink deliver photo-quality imagery with stunning resolution, making it suitable for virtually any type of card your organization needs to create.
Does the Datacard CR805 support smart card encoding?
Yes, this model includes a loosely coupled HID Omnikey smart card encoder that supports HID Prox, iClass, iClass SE, and iClass SEOS card formats in read-write mode. This makes it an excellent choice for organizations requiring both visual ID printing and secure smart card credential encoding in a single system.
What is the card input capacity of the Datacard 512643-007?
The CR805 features a 125-card input hopper, allowing you to load a substantial batch of blank cards for efficient on-demand printing without frequent reloading. This capacity is ideal for medium to high-volume ID card production environments.
Is the Datacard CR805 a single-sided or dual-sided printer?
The Datacard 512643-007 is a single-sided retransfer printer, meaning it prints on one side of the card per pass. The retransfer printing method ensures consistent, edge-to-edge coverage and exceptional durability of the printed image.
What printing technology does the CR805 use, and what are its image quality advantages?
The CR805 uses pigment ink retransfer printing technology, which provides photo-quality imagery, stunning resolution, and extreme precision. This approach delivers brilliant, eye-catching card designs with lifelike skin tones for accurate photo representation, making your organization's brand stand out.
What card material flexibility does the Datacard CR805 offer?
The CR805 is designed with card material flexibility, allowing you to print on a variety of card substrates to meet different application requirements. This versatility, combined with its security features and durability, makes it a complete on-demand card printing solution for diverse organizational needs. Contact us today to discuss which card materials are best suited for your specific application.
