Fargo 051980 ID Card Printer
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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 printing technology does the Fargo C50 use?
The Fargo C50 uses dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer printing technology, delivering 300 dpi continuous tone resolution with up to 16.7 million colors and 256 shades per pixel. This combination ensures high-quality, professional ID card output suitable for most badging applications.
What card sizes and thicknesses does the Fargo C50 support?
The Fargo 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 supported thickness range of .009˝ to .040˝ (9 mil to 40 mil). The printer offers edge-to-edge printing capability on CR-80 cards for maximum design flexibility.
How fast does the Fargo C50 print ID cards?
Print speed on the Fargo C50 varies by ribbon type: 7 seconds per card for black-only (K*), 12 seconds for black with overlay (KO*), 24 seconds for full-color YMCKO, and 31 seconds for dual black panels with color (YMCKOK*). This makes it efficient for both small batch and moderate-volume in-house card production.
What ribbon options are available for the Fargo C50?
We offer multiple ribbon configurations for the C50, including full-color YMCKO (250 prints), full-color with dual black panels YMCKOK (200 prints), black and overlay KO (500 prints), monochrome options (1000 prints), and specialty colors like green, blue, red, white, silver, and gold. The printer also supports rewrite technology cards that require no ribbon.
What software and diagnostic tools come with the Fargo C50?
The Fargo C50 includes built-in Swift ID badging software for card design and printing, plus the FARGO Workbench diagnostic utility for automatic printer health monitoring. These tools help ensure reliable operation and minimize downtime in your card printing workflow.
What makes the Fargo C50 suitable for office environments?
The C50 features a sleek, compact design that fits easily into small office spaces, making it ideal for departments requiring in-house ID card production without significant footprint demands. It comes with an all-in-one printer ribbon and card cleaning cartridge, plus automatic health monitoring, to keep card printing virtually worry-free. Contact us today to learn how the C50 can streamline your badging operations.
