Fargo 91837 ID Card Printer

The Fargo DTC550 offers flexible print speeds depending on your ribbon configuration. In batch mode, it prints at 7 seconds per card for black only (K), 12 seconds for black with overlay (KO), 27 seconds for full-color (YMCKO), 36 seconds for full-color with dual black (YMCKOK), and 34 seconds for full-color with dual black and lamination (YMCKK/lamination). This means you can achieve up to 514 cards per hour with black-only printing or 102-144 cards per hour with full-color options.

Yes, the Fargo DTC550 supports both single-sided and dual-sided printing. Using Fargo's Direct-to-Card technology, it can print full-color cards on one or both sides, allowing you to maximize the information and security features displayed on your ID cards.

The Fargo DTC550 provides flexible connectivity with USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 compatible) as standard, plus an optional 10BASE-T Ethernet port with internal print server. This Ethernet capability allows you to install the printer anywhere on your LAN for centralized or distributed ID card issuance across your enterprise network.

The Fargo DTC550 supports multiple encoding technologies including ISO Magnetic Stripe encoding, and this model includes a Contact Smart Card Encoder and HID Prox Reader with USB Interface. These options enable secure credential issuance with various authentication methods to meet enterprise security requirements.

The Fargo DTC550 includes a two-year warranty on the printer with one year of free printer loaner support (U.S. only). The printhead is also covered for two years with unlimited passes when using Fargo UltraCard™ cards. An optional Extended Warranty Program is available for additional coverage (U.S. only).

The Fargo DTC550 operates in temperatures between 65° to 80°F (18° to 27°C) with humidity levels of 20-80% non-condensing. The printer requires 100-240 VAC power supply at 3.3A and operates at both 50 Hz and 60 Hz frequencies, making it suitable for installation in most office and enterprise environments.