Datacard 512648-007 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What printing technology does the Datacard 512648-007 use?
The Datacard 512648-007 uses dye sublimation retransfer printing technology, which delivers photo-quality imagery with stunning resolution and extreme precision. This method allows for full-color, edge-to-edge printing on both sides of the card, making it ideal for creating high-assurance ID cards with lifelike color representation.
What card types and thicknesses can this printer accept?
The Datacard 512648-007 accepts ISO ID-1/CR-80 sized cards (3.370 in. x 2.125 in.) made from PVC, ABS, PET, PET-G, and Polycarbonate materials. It supports card thickness ranging from 0.25 mm to 1.0 mm (10 mil to 40 mil), giving you flexibility across a wide range of card stock options.
What encoding options are available with the Datacard 512648-007?
The Datacard 512648-007 comes standard with a DUALi Single Wire Contact/Contactless Encoder supporting ISO 7816, ISO 14443, Mifare, Desfire, and Felica standards. This enables you to personalize cards with both contact and contactless smart card data in a single pass, streamlining your card issuance workflow.
What is the input and output capacity of this card printer?
The Datacard 512648-007 features a 125-card input hopper capacity for efficient batch processing. This larger hopper capacity compared to standard models allows for extended unattended printing runs, reducing manual intervention and improving productivity in high-volume card issuance environments.
What connectivity options does the Datacard 512648-007 support?
The printer supports both USB 2.0 and Ethernet 10/100 Base-T bi-directional networking connectivity. This dual connectivity approach allows you to integrate the printer into your existing IT infrastructure, whether through direct USB connection or networked deployment across your facility.
What security features and warranty coverage are included?
The Datacard 512648-007 includes IPSEC encrypted networking security, security erase of black panel text on YMCK and YMCK-K ribbons, and electronic locks for cards and supplies. It comes with a 24-month standard depot warranty and a lifetime printhead warranty, protecting your investment in this high-assurance card printing solution.
