Fargo 051715 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 Basic Bundle?
The Fargo C50 Basic Bundle includes the C50 Single-Sided Printer with USB cable, Swift ID badging software, a Full-Color Ribbon Cartridge (100 images), and 100 Ultracard PVC cards. This all-in-one package is designed to get your ID card printing operation up and running immediately with minimal setup required.
What print speeds does the Fargo C50 offer?
The C50 delivers variable print speeds depending on ribbon type: 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 drop to output hopper 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" L x 2.125" W) and CR-79 adhesive-back cards (3.313" L x 2.063" W), with a print area of up to 3.36" x 2.11" for edge-to-edge printing. The printer supports card thickness from 0.009" to 0.040" (9 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. Additionally, the system features an easy-to-install, all-in-one printer ribbon and card cleaning cartridge to keep your printer operating at peak performance with minimal maintenance.
What connectivity options does the Fargo C50 provide?
The C50 Basic Bundle includes a USB cable for direct connection to your computer. The printer also supports built-in Ethernet connectivity, allowing for centralized or remote ID card issuance across your network when needed.
What ribbon options are available for the Fargo C50?
The C50 supports multiple ribbon configurations 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 resin or dye-sublimation black (500-1000 prints), and specialty colors like green, blue, red, white, silver, and gold (1000 prints each). The printer also supports rewrite technology cards that require no ribbon.
