IDP SMART-21 Overview
The IDP SMART-21S Single-Sided ID Card Printer Kit is a simple, compact solution for businesses and organizations that use ID cards for members, guests, and employees. Design the card on your computer, feed a blank card into the printer, and have a full-color ID card in seconds. The SMART-21S utilizes direct dye sublimation to produce sharp images at resolutions of 300, 600, and 1200 dpi. Boosted speeds of up to 720 cards per hour are possible when using monochrome ribbons, while full-color printing can be done at a rate of 156 cards per hour. The printer accepts standard CR-80 size cards with thickness of 15 or 30 mil. Measuring just 10.2 x 7.0 x 6.6" and weighing 2.7 pounds, the printer connects to a computer via USB for managing jobs.
The kit includes one 100-print ribbon, one cleaning card kit, and a 100-card pack.
Note: this printer's ID card design software is compatible only with Windows operating systems. macOS and other operating systems require third-party software, such as CardPresso, for ID card design.
Features
Offers single-sided, edge-to-edge printing
Resolutions of 300-1200 dpi for sharp, clean prints with fine detail
Can produce up to 156 cards per hour when printing in full color
Monochrome printing speeds of up to 720 cards per hour
Supports CR-80 size cards with a thickness of 15 or 40 mil
Connect to your computer via the USB port
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UPC: 813013023894
In the Box
- IDP SMART-21S Single-Sided ID Card Printer Kit (100-Print Ribbon)
- Driver Disc
- 100-Print Ribbon
- 100-Card Pack
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
IDP SMART-21 Specs
Compatibility
| Supported Ribbon Types | Printing Media |
YMCKO |
| Supported Card Sizes |
CR-80 |
| Card Thickness |
590.6 to 1574.8 mil / 15 to 40 mm |
| Encoding Options |
None |
Printer
| Print Speed |
Single-Sided, YMCKO: 156 Cards per Hour (23 Seconds per Card)
Single-Sided, Monochrome: 720 Cards per Hour (5 Seconds per Card) |
| Maximum Resolution |
300 dpi (Color)
1200 dpi (Monochrome) |
| Printing Technology |
Dye |
| Printing Capability |
Edge-to-Edge |
| Colors Supported |
16.7 Million |
General
| Duplex Printing |
No |
| Host Connection Interface |
USB (Unspecified Version) |
| Memory |
64 MB |
| Operating System Support |
Linux, Windows, macOS/OS X |
Physical
| AC Input Power |
100 to 220 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption |
48 W |
| Material Construction of Card |
PET, PVC |
| Certifications |
CB, CCC, CE, FCC, as per Manufacturer |
| Dimensions |
10.2 x 7.0 x 6.6" / 25.9 x 17.8 x 16.8 cm |
| Weight |
2.7 lb / 1.2 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
10.5 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
16.5 x 11 x 10.5" |
IDP SMART-21 Reviews
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