Datacard 512648-013 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 CR805 printer produce?
The Datacard CR805 is a versatile card printer capable of producing corporate badges, school IDs, driver's licenses, and other high-assurance ID cards. Its dual-sided 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 magnetic stripe encoding?
Yes, the Datacard CR805 includes JIS magnetic stripe encoding capability, allowing you to add magnetic stripe data to your printed cards. This makes it ideal for applications requiring both visual identification and magnetic data storage on a single card.
What is the card input capacity of the CR805 printer?
The Datacard CR805 features a 125-card input hopper, providing convenient on-demand printing without frequent reloading. This capacity is well-suited for small to medium-volume ID card production in corporate, educational, and government environments.
What printing technology does the Datacard CR805 use?
The CR805 uses dual-sided retransfer printing technology with pigment ink to deliver photo-quality imagery and lifelike skin tone representation. This retransfer method ensures extreme precision and brilliant, eye-catching color output across the entire card surface, including edges.
How does the CR805 handle different card materials?
The Datacard CR805 offers card material flexibility, allowing you to print on various card stock types for different applications and requirements. This versatility means you can customize your card production based on your specific security, durability, and branding needs.
Where can I purchase the Datacard CR805 ID card printer?
We offer the Datacard CR805 as part of our comprehensive AIDC product lineup. Contact us today or visit barcodesinc.com to learn more about pricing, availability, and how this printer can meet your organization's card production needs.
