Fargo 051713 ID Card Printer System
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Fargo C50 ID Card Printer Model Overview
Key features:
- All-in-one printer ribbon simplifies the loading process.
- Swift ID badge application enables quick badge creation without additional software.
- FARGO Workbench™ for optimal printer maintenance and diagnostics.
- Produces edge-to-edge printing in full-color or monochrome.
- Intuitive design with color-changing buttons for system status updates.
- Expert online and phone support ensures reliable customer service.
Specifications:
- Print Method: Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
- Resolution: 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) continuous tone
- Accepted Card Sizes: CR-80 and CR-79
- Print Speed: 7 seconds per card (K*); 12 seconds (KO*); 24 seconds (YMCKO*)
- Input Hopper Capacity: 50 cards
- Output Hopper Capacity: Up to 30 cards
- Memory: 32 MB RAM
- Interface: USB 2.0
- Operating Temperature: 65° to 80° F
- Dimensions: 8.8"H x 13.7"W x 7.9"D
- Weight: 7.5 lbs
- Warranty: Two years on printer and printhead
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Fargo C50 Solo Bundle?
The Fargo 051713 C50 Solo Bundle includes a C50 single-sided printer with USB cable, Asure ID Solo software, a USB digital camera, a full-color ribbon cartridge (100 images), 100 UltraCard PVC cards, and a 2-year Asure ID Protect Plan. This all-in-one solution is designed to get your in-house card printing operation up and running immediately.
What print speeds does the Fargo C50 offer?
The C50 delivers variable print speeds depending on ribbon configuration: 7 seconds per card for single-color (K), 12 seconds for black with overlay (KO), 24 seconds for full-color (YMCKO), and 31 seconds for full-color with dual black panels (YMCKOK). Print speed is measured from card input to output and does not include encoding time or PC processing.
What card sizes and thicknesses does the Fargo C50 support?
The C50 accepts standard CR-80 cards (3.375" x 2.125") and CR-79 adhesive-back cards (3.313" x 2.063"), with a print area of up to 3.36" x 2.11" edge-to-edge. The printer supports card thickness from 0.009" to 0.040" (9 mil to 40 mil).
What diagnostic and maintenance tools are included with the C50?
The C50 comes with the FARGO Workbench diagnostic utility, which provides automatic printer health monitoring and includes Color Assist spot-color matching capabilities. An easy-to-install, all-in-one printer ribbon and card cleaning cartridge is also included to keep maintenance simple and worry-free.
What ribbon options are available for the Fargo C50?
We offer multiple ribbon configurations for the C50, including full-color with resin black and overlay (YMCKO, 250 prints), full-color half-panel (YMCKO, 350 prints), full-color with dual black panels (YMCKOK, 200 prints), single-color options (500-1000 prints), and specialty colors like green, blue, red, white, silver, and gold (1000 prints each). Rewrite technology cards are also supported, requiring no ribbon.
Is the Fargo C50 suitable for small office environments?
Yes, the C50 features a sleek, compact design that is engineered to fit easily even in the smallest office settings. Combined with built-in Swift ID badging software and automatic printer health monitoring, the C50 is designed for efficient, worry-free operation in space-constrained environments. Contact us today to learn how we can support your in-house card printing needs.
