The Datacard Sigma DS2 Direct-to-Card Printer is built exclusively for today's cloud settings, allowing you to quickly and easily issue secure IDs. During each step of the issue process, Datacards' industry-leading issuance security architecture will help safeguard your cards and your customers' data. The Sigma DS2 has a user-friendly printer dashboard that allows you to monitor printer status, purchase supplies, verify cleaning status, update firmware, and contact customer service all from your mobile device.
Datacard 525301-001 ID Card Printer Overview
The next generation single-sided printer
As the world leader and innovator in identity issuance, we're reimagining the ID solutions industry by providing an issuance system that's specifically designed for today's environments, which gives you the ability to easily issue the most secure identities in the world.
Out of Box Experience
Reduces the complexity and frustrations of unboxing specifically engineered to start the ultimate printing experience.
Printer Dashboard
See printer status, order supplies, check cleaning status, update firmware, or contact help, all on your mobile device.
Issuance Flexibility
Printing cards has never been easier with flexibility to issue IDs with software in the cloud or on-premise
Unmatched Security
Ensure your data is safe from intruders with encryption technology, TPM Module, and Secure Boot.
Purposeful Design
Designed to integrate into your physical environment with features such as variable light LED ring.
Physical & Digital
Ability to issue a physical ID (card) and a digital ID (mobile flashpass) at the same time.
What are the print speed capabilities of the Datacard Sigma DS2?
The Sigma DS2 delivers impressive throughput with single-sided color printing up to 225 cards per hour, double-sided color printing up to 140 cards per hour, and monochrome printing up to 880 cards per hour single-sided. This makes it ideal for high-volume ID issuance operations that need to process cards quickly without sacrificing quality.
What connectivity options does the Datacard Sigma DS2 offer?
The Sigma DS2 supports both USB 2.0 and Ethernet 10/100 Base-T bi-directional networking, giving you flexible deployment options for your ID issuance environment. This dual connectivity enables seamless integration with your existing infrastructure whether you're running a standalone or networked operation.
What card types and sizes can the Sigma DS2 print on?
The printer accepts standard ID-1, CR-79, and CR-80 sized cards with thicknesses ranging from 0.010 to 0.040 inches (0.25mm to 1.016mm), supporting materials including PVC, ABS, PET, PET-G, and Polycarbonate. The 125-card input hopper and 25-card output hopper provide efficient batch processing for most ID programs.
What security features does the Sigma DS2 include for protecting cardholder data?
The Sigma DS2 incorporates industry-leading issuance security architecture with encrypted networking (IPSEC), TLS/SSL certificate support, and automatic data erasure after printing is complete so customer data is not retained in the printer. Electronic locks for cards and supplies, combined with security features like luster printing, protect against tampering and counterfeiting.
Is the Datacard Sigma DS2 suitable for cloud-based ID issuance?
Yes, the Sigma DS2 is built exclusively for cloud environments and supports both on-premises and cloud-hosted deployment options. The user-friendly printer dashboard allows you to monitor status, purchase supplies, verify cleaning, update firmware, and contact support directly from your mobile device (iOS, Android, Windows).
What are the operating environment requirements for the Sigma DS2?
The Sigma DS2 operates reliably in temperatures between 60°F to 95°F (15°C to 35°C) with humidity levels of 20-80% RH (non-condensing). The compact design—measuring 17.4 inches long by 8.9 inches wide by 9 inches high and weighing only 11.3 lbs—makes it easy to place in various workspace configurations.
The Datacard 525301-001 ID Card Printer is also known as
DCD-525301001
or 525301001.
Full specifications (PDF)
