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- April 27, 2026
HID Fargo DTC1250e ID Card Printers

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The HID Fargo DTC1250e ID Card Printer stands as the fastest printer in its class, designed specifically for small-to-medium businesses that require high-quality identification solutions without complex overhead. This compact yet powerful machine delivers professional-looking credentials in seconds, making it the ideal choice for corporate IDs, membership cards, and student badges. Its intuitive interface ensures that users can begin producing secure cards immediately upon setup.
Utilizing advanced direct-to-card (DTC) printing technology, the Fargo DTC1250e offers stunning edge-to-edge imagery with vibrant colors and sharp text. Its space-saving footprint allows it to fit seamlessly into any office environment, from reception desks to secure mailrooms. Furthermore, the printer supports various card thicknesses, providing the versatility needed to handle everything from standard PVC cards to more specialized smart card applications.
Efficiency meets sustainability with the DTC1250e’s unique ribbon options. Users can choose between the standard easy-to-load EZ ribbons or the more eco-friendly ECO ribbons, which reduce plastic waste. Integrated security features like the Swift ID badging application and password protection ensure that your card issuance remains secure. Whether you need full-color loyalty cards or simple black-and-white visitor passes, this printer delivers consistent results every time.
Investing in the Fargo DTC1250e ensures long-term reliability and low maintenance costs for your organization. By choosing a trusted printer backed by HID Global”s industry-leading engineering, you guarantee professional output for years to come. For the best prices and expert support on this model and all necessary supplies, look no further than IDcardPrinterSavings.com to fulfill your identification needs.
- Fastest printing in its class, producing full-color, edge-to-edge ID cards in just 16 seconds per card.
- Compact footprint designed to fit easily into small office environments and tight workspaces.
- Integrated AES-256 encryption provides high-level data security to protect sensitive cardholder information.
- Features an intuitive, user-friendly interface with color-changing status buttons for simplified maintenance and operation.
- Standard USB 2.0 connectivity with optional Ethernet or Wi-Fi modules for flexible network integration.
HID Fargo DTC1250e ID Card Printers Technical Specifications
- Print Method:Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
- Resolution:300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) continuous tone
- Colors:Up to 16.7 million / 256 shades per pixel
- Print Ribbon Options:Full-color with resin black and overlay panel (YMCKO); Full-color half-panel with resin black and overlay panel (YMCKO); Resin black (K); Green, blue, red, white, silver, gold, and scratch-off
- Print Speed:6 seconds per card (K); 16 seconds per card (YMCKO); 24 seconds per card (YMCKOK)
- Accepted Standard Card Sizes:CR-80 (3.375″L x 2.125″W / 85.6 mm L x 54 mm W); CR-79 adhesive back (3.313″L x 2.063″W / 84.1 mm L x 52.4 mm W)
- Print Area:Edge-to-edge on CR-80 cards
- Accepted Card Thickness:.009″ – .040″ / 9 mil – 40 mil / .229 mm – 1.016 mm
- Accepted Card Types:PVC or polyester cards with polished PVC finish; monochrome resin required for 100% polyester cards; optical memory cards with PVC finish; rewriteable
- Input Hopper Card Capacity:100 cards (.030″ / .762 mm)
- Output Hopper Card Capacity:Up to 30 cards (.030″ / .762 mm)
- Card Cleaning:Card cleaning roller integrated into ribbon cartridge; cleaning roller is automatically replaced with each ribbon change
- Memory:32 MB RAM
- Software Drivers:Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 (32-bit & 64-bit); Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012; Linux; Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
- Interface:USB 2.0 (Standard); Ethernet with internal print server (Optional)
- Operating Temperature:65° to 80° F / 18° to 27° C
- Humidity:20–80% non-condensing
- Dimensions (Single-Sided):8.8″ H x 13.7″ W x 7.9″ D / 224 mm H x 348 mm W x 201 mm D
- Dimensions (Dual-Sided):9.8″ H x 18.7″ W x 9.2″ D / 249 mm H x 475 mm W x 234 mm D
- Weight:Single-sided: 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg; Dual-sided: 10 lbs / 4.54 kg
- Agency Listings:Safety: UL 60950-2, CSA C22.2 (60950-07), and CE; EMC: FCC Class A, CE (EN 55022 Class A, EN 55024), CCC, BSMI, KC
- Supply Voltage:100-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.6 Amps max
- Supply Frequency:50 Hz / 60 Hz
- Encoding Options:ISO magnetic stripe encoding (high- and low-coercivity); Contact smart card encoder; Contactless smart card encoder (HID iCLASS, MIFARE, ISO 14443 A/B, ISO 15693)
- Optional Features:Dual-sided printing module; Ethernet networking with internal print server; Wi-Fi accessory; Single-wire Ethernet and USB 2.0 interface for inline printing and encoding
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