Evolis Primacy 2 ID Card Printers

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April 27, 2026

Evolis Primacy 2 ID Card Printers

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The Evolis Primacy 2 ID Card Printer stands as a pinnacle of performance and reliability in the professional badge printing industry. Engineered for high-volume demands, this versatile machine offers one of the fastest print speeds on the market, capable of producing up to 280 full-color cards per hour. Whether you are issuing employee IDs, student badges, or loyalty cards, the Primacy 2 delivers vibrant, edge-to-edge results with exceptional clarity and professional-grade detail.

Security is paramount with the Primacy 2, which includes advanced features like digital shredding to protect sensitive data by erasing information from the ribbon after printing. Additionally, the printer supports rewritable technology, allowing you to reuse the same cards for temporary visitor badges or transit passes. This modularity ensures that the printer grows with your organization, offering easy upgrades for dual-sided printing, magnetic stripe encoding, or smart card personalization at any time.

Beyond its technical specifications, the Evolis Primacy 2 is designed with the user experience in mind. It features an intuitive LED interface or an optional LCD touch screen that provides real-time status updates and maintenance alerts. The high-capacity input and output hoppers minimize the need for frequent reloading, while the robust build quality ensures long-term durability. It simplifies complex printing tasks into a streamlined, automated process for any office environment.

Investing in an Evolis Primacy 2 means choosing a future-proof solution for your secure identification needs. With its blend of speed, security, and superior print quality, it remains a top choice for organizations worldwide. To find the best deals on the Evolis Primacy 2 and compatible supplies like ribbons and cleaning kits, visit IDcardPrinterSavings.com today. Our experts are ready to help you optimize your card issuance program with the latest technology and affordable pricing.

KEY FEATURES

High-speed performance printing up to 280 full-color cards per hour for efficient high-volume production.
Advanced security features include digital data erasing, UV effects, and specialized holographic overlays for fraud prevention.
Versatile encoding options support magnetic stripes, contact chips, and contactless smart cards for diverse application needs.
Large 100-card input and output hoppers reduce maintenance time and facilitate seamless batch printing operations.
Intuitive user interface with LED indicators or an optional LCD touch screen for simplified printer status monitoring.

Evolis Primacy 2 ID Card Printers Technical Specifications

General Features:Single or dual-sided printing module, color dye sublimation, monochrome thermal transfer, and rewrite technology for reusable cards.
Print Resolution:Standard 300×300 dpi; customizable resolution via driver to 600×600 dpi (color and monochrome) or 1200×300 dpi (monochrome only).
Printing Performance:Single-side color (YMCKO) up to 280 cards/hour; dual-side color (YMCKOK) up to 170 cards/hour; monochrome up to 1,000 cards/hour.
Card Management:Input hopper capacity of 100 cards (0.76 mm – 30 mil); optional 200-card hopper available.
Output Capacity:Output hopper capacity of 100 cards (0.76 mm – 30 mil); reject tray capacity of 50 cards (0.76 mm – 30 mil).
Card Types:PVC, composite PVC, PET, ABS, and special varnished cards.
Card Format:ISO CR80 – ISO 7810 (53.98 mm x 85.60 mm).
Card Thickness:0.25 to 1.25 mm (10 to 50 mil); gauge adjustment via integrated scroll.
Connectivity:USB (1.0, 1.1, 2.0, 3.0), Ethernet TCP-IP 10BaseT, 100BaseT (Traffic Led); 802.11b/g wireless connection optional.
Memory:32 MB of RAM as standard; optional 64 MB available.
Security Features:Digital erasing (Kineclipse) of sensitive data on the ribbon, support for electrostatic lamination, and optional mechanical locking system with key.
Encoding Modules (Optional):Magnetic stripe encoder ISO 7811 HiCo/LoCo; smart contact station ISO 7816-2; contact smart card encoder (PC/SC, EMV 2011 compliant); contactless smart card encoder (ISO 14443A, B, ISO 15693, MIFARE, DESFire, HID iCLASS).
Ribbons (Evolis High Trust):Automatic identification and setting; RFID chip for tracking; internal ribbon saver for monochrome printing.
Software:Delivered with Evolis Premium Suite 2 for Windows (driver, print center, and configuration); CardPresso XXS for card design; drivers for Mac OS and Linux available upon request.
Operating Systems:Windows (11, 10, 8.1, Server 2022/2019/2016/2012 R2); Mac OS 10.15 and higher; Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora, OpenSUSE); Android and iOS via SDK.
Eco-Design:RoHs compliant, standby and sleep modes for reduced energy consumption.
Dimensions:247 x 205 x 381 mm (9.72’’ x 8.07’’ x 14.99’’).
Weight:4.11 kg (9.06 lbs).
Warranty:3-year warranty for the printer and the print head (subject to observance of specific conditions and use of Evolis High Trust ribbons).