The Evolis Zenius card printer is a breakthrough in plastic card personalization, designed with user-friendly operation and premium quality printing in mind. Ideal for printing high-quality single-sided cards in both monochrome and color, the Zenius can be utilized for various applications including employee badges, access control cards, and payment cards. Eco-friendly and compact, this lightweight printer integrates seamlessly into any workspace while meeting high environmental standards, including ENERGY STAR certification.
Key features:
Easy to Use: User-friendly design with advanced features for hassle-free operation.
Scalable: Onsite upgrade options with multiple encoders for future needs.
Compact and Lightweight: Weighs only 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs) and operates at a sound level of just 46 dB (A).
Eco-Designed: Compliant with ENERGY STAR and ErP guidelines for reduced energy consumption.
Zenius is the one-stop solution to print high-quality single-sided cards, in monochrome or color, and encode technology cards, in single or small runs, for a variety of applications: employee badges, access control badges, payment cards, transportation passes, and more.
What printing technology does the Evolis Zenius use?
The Evolis Zenius uses direct-to-card dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer printing technology. This allows it to produce high-quality, full-color ID cards with 16 million colors at 300x300 dpi resolution, making it ideal for professional identification card production in warehouse and logistics environments.
What card types and sizes can the Evolis Zenius print on?
The Zenius accepts ISO 7810 Type ID-1 (CR-80) format cards measuring 85.6 x 53.98 mm, with thicknesses ranging from 0.25 to 0.76 mm (10 to 30 mil). Compatible card materials include PVC, composite PVC, PET, ABS, and special varnished cards, giving you flexibility for various ID card applications.
How fast does the Evolis Zenius print ID cards?
The Zenius delivers printing speeds of up to 7.2 seconds for monochrome cards and up to 24 seconds for full-color YMCKO cards, with a maximum throughput of 150 cards per hour in color mode. This makes it efficient for mid-volume card production in busy office, welcome desk, or sales counter environments.
What is the card capacity and footprint of this printer?
The Evolis Zenius features a 50-card input hopper and 20-card output hopper, with a compact desktop design that weighs only 7.3 lbs—the lightest printer in its category. Its small footprint makes it suitable for virtually any environment, including welcome desks, sales counters, and office desks without consuming significant workspace.
What software and operating systems does the Evolis Zenius support?
The Zenius is delivered with cardPresso XXS Lite for card design and editing, plus the Evolis Premium Suite for Windows including printer driver and management tools. It supports Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, Windows Server 2008/2012/2016/2019 (32/64-bit), and Mac OS 10.7 onwards (64-bit processor only), with user interfaces available in 28 languages.
Is the Evolis Zenius suitable for quiet office environments?
Yes, the Zenius operates at just 46 dB sound level, making it one of the quietest printers in its category and suitable for placement in office environments. Additionally, it has earned Energy Star certification for reduced energy consumption, making it an environmentally responsible choice for your facility.
The Evolis ZN1U0000RS ID Card Printer is also known as
EVO-ZN1U0000RS
or ZN1U0000RS.
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