Datacard 512648-047 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of ID cards can the Datacard CR805 printer produce?
The Datacard CR805 is a versatile on-demand card printing solution 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 and contactless encoding?
Yes, the CR805 includes a DUALi Single Wire Contact/Contactless Encoder that supports both ISO magnetic stripe encoding and contactless smart card technologies including ISO 7816, ISO 14443, Mifare, Desfire, and Felica standards. This makes it ideal for organizations requiring multi-technology card solutions available from us today.
What is the card input capacity of the Datacard CR805?
The Datacard CR805 features a 125-card input hopper, allowing for efficient batch printing operations without frequent reloading. This capacity is designed to support moderate to high-volume on-demand card production in warehouse and enterprise environments.
How does the Datacard CR805 deliver high-quality photo imagery on ID cards?
The CR805 uses pigment ink technology to provide photo-quality imagery with extreme precision and stunning resolution. This pigment-based approach delivers lifelike skin tones for more accurate photo representation and brilliant, eye-catching card designs that help your brand stand out.
What printing technology does the Datacard CR805 use?
The Datacard CR805 is a dual-sided retransfer printer, which means it transfers images onto the card surface using a retransfer film process. This technology, combined with pigment ink, enables the printer to deliver complete, on-demand card printing with card material flexibility and superior color quality.
Is the Datacard CR805 suitable for government and high-security ID applications?
Yes, the CR805 is specifically designed for high-assurance ID production, including driver's licenses and other secure identification documents. Its combination of dual-sided retransfer printing, contactless and contact encoding capabilities, and pigment ink technology makes it well-suited for government and security-focused card issuance. Contact us today to discuss your high-security ID requirements.
