HID FARGO HDP5000 Dual-Sided Retransfer Card Printer (089640)
HID FARGO HDP5000 Dual-Sided Retransfer Card Printer (model number 089640) is a high-performance ID card printing solution designed for organizations requiring professional-grade identification credentials. Utilizing High Definition Printing (HDP) technology with retransfer printing, this printer delivers exceptional image quality at 300 dpi resolution, producing vibrant colors (up to 16.7 million)…
Introduction
The HID FARGO HDP5000 Dual-Sided Retransfer Card Printer (model number 089640) represents a significant advancement in ID card printing technology, offering organizations a powerful solution for creating high-quality identification credentials. Developed by HID Global, a leader in secure identity solutions, this printer combines innovative retransfer printing technology with robust features to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and security for medium to high-volume card production environments.
Retransfer Printing Technology
At the core of the HDP5000’s capabilities is its High Definition Printing (HDP) technology, which utilizes a retransfer printing process. Unlike direct-to-card printers, the HDP5000 prints images onto a clear film that is then fused to the card surface. This innovative approach offers several distinct advantages:
- Superior Print Quality: The retransfer process produces sharper images, more vibrant colors, and more consistent results than direct-to-card printing.
- Edge-to-Edge Coverage: Images can be printed over the entire card surface without leaving white borders.
- Versatile Card Compatibility: The printer can effectively print on various card surfaces, including proximity cards, smart cards, and cards with uneven surfaces or embedded electronics.
- Enhanced Durability: The retransfer film layer adds an inherent layer of protection to printed cards, increasing their resistance to wear and tear.
- Tamper Evidence: Any attempt to alter or tamper with the card typically results in visible damage to the printed image, providing an additional security feature.
Print Quality and Performance
The HDP5000 delivers exceptional print quality with the following specifications:
- Resolution: 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm), providing crisp text and detailed images
- Color Range: Up to 16.7 million colors with 256 shades per pixel
- Print Area: Over-the-edge printing on standard CR-80 cards
The printer offers impressive speed capabilities to handle various production volumes:
- YMC with transfer: 26 seconds per card / 138 cards per hour
- YMCK with transfer: 32 seconds per card / 113 cards per hour
- YMCKK with transfer: 47 seconds per card / 77 cards per hour
- YMCK with transfer and dual-sided, simultaneous lamination: 37 seconds per card / 97 cards per hour
- YMCKK with transfer and dual-sided, simultaneous lamination: 55 seconds per card / 65 cards per hour
Dual-Sided Printing Capability
As a dual-sided printer, the HDP5000 (089640) can print on both sides of a card in a single operation, eliminating the need for manual card flipping and reinsertion. This capability provides several benefits:
- Increased Information Capacity: Organizations can include more information on each card
- Enhanced Security Features: Additional security elements can be printed on the back of cards
- Improved Efficiency: Dual-sided printing is completed in a single process
- Professional Appearance: Cards with content on both sides present a more polished, professional look
Card Handling and Media Compatibility
The HDP5000 offers flexible card handling capabilities:
- Input Hopper Capacity: 100 cards (0.030″ / 0.762mm)
- Output Hopper Capacity: 200 cards (0.030″ / 0.762mm)
- Card Size Compatibility: Standard CR-80 (3.370″L x 2.125″W / 85.6mmL x 54mmW)
- Card Thickness Range: 30-50 mil (0.762mm to 1.27mm) for print-only operations
- Compatible Card Types: ABS, Laminated PVC, PET, PETG, proximity cards, smart cards, magnetic stripe cards, and optical memory cards
The printer includes a replaceable cleaning roller with each print ribbon, ensuring consistent print quality and reducing maintenance requirements.
Connectivity and System Compatibility
The HDP5000 offers versatile connectivity options to integrate seamlessly into existing IT infrastructures:
- Standard Interfaces: USB 2.0 (high speed) and Ethernet with internal print server
- Software Driver Compatibility: Windows® 10/8/7 (32 & 64 bit), Mac OS X v10.4/v10.5, and Linux
This broad compatibility ensures that the HDP5000 can be easily integrated into virtually any organization’s existing systems without requiring significant IT changes or specialized equipment.
Security Features
The HDP5000 includes several security features to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized use:
- AES-256 Data Encryption: Secures data transmission to the printer
- Resin Ribbon Erase: Renders information on used ribbons unreadable
- Password Protection: Restricts printer access to authorized personnel
- Optional Physical Locks: Secures card hoppers and consumables to prevent unauthorized access
These security features make the HDP5000 suitable for organizations that need to maintain high standards of data protection and card security, particularly those issuing cards for access control or identification purposes.
Modular Design and Upgrade Options
One of the most significant advantages of the HDP5000 is its modular design, which allows organizations to adapt the printer to evolving needs:
- Field-Upgradable Dual Card Input Hopper: Increases card capacity and allows management of multiple card types
- Lamination Module: Can be added for single or dual-sided lamination to enhance card durability and security
- Encoding Options: Various encoding modules can be added for magnetic stripe, contact smart card, and contactless smart card encoding
This flexibility allows organizations to start with a basic configuration and expand capabilities as needs change, protecting their initial investment.
Consumables and Supplies
The HDP5000 supports a wide range of consumables to meet various card printing requirements:
- Print Ribbons: Available in multiple configurations including YMC (750 images), YMCK (500 images), YMCKK (500 images), and Premium Resin Black (3000 images)
- HDP Film: Clear HDP Film (approximately 1500 images) and Standard Holographic HDP Film with High Secure Orbit Design (500 images)
- Overlaminates: Various PolyGuard overlaminates in different thicknesses (0.6 mil and 1.0 mil) and security designs
The printer’s design includes easy-to-replace print ribbons with a simple drop-in design, and the ribbon cartridges include cleaning rollers for automatic maintenance during ribbon changes.
Warranty and Support
The HDP5000 comes with an industry-leading warranty package:
- Printer Warranty: Comprehensive three-year warranty on the printer
- Printhead Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the printhead
This extensive warranty coverage demonstrates HID Global’s confidence in the printer’s reliability and build quality, providing peace of mind for organizations making a significant investment in their ID card issuance capabilities.
Applications
The HID FARGO HDP5000 Dual-Sided Retransfer Card Printer is suitable for a wide range of applications across various industries:
Government
- Employee identification cards
- Citizen ID programs
- Driver’s licenses
- Voter registration cards
Education
- Student and faculty ID cards
- Multi-function campus cards
- Access control cards
- Payment cards for campus services
Corporate
- Employee ID badges
- Access control credentials
- Visitor management cards
- Facility access cards
Healthcare
- Staff identification badges
- Patient identification cards
- Visitor management credentials
- Facility access cards
Hospitality and Retail
- Loyalty program cards
- Membership cards
- Gift cards
- VIP customer identification
Recent Enhancements
The latest version of the HDP5000 includes several enhancements over previous models:
- Improved Warranty: Extended to a three-year comprehensive warranty
- Increased Card Throughput: Faster print speeds for higher production capacity
- Enhanced Data Security: AES256 data encryption and resin ribbon erase functionality
- Multilingual Display: Upgraded LED displays that support multiple languages
- Economical Printing Options: New low-cost, YMCK half-panel ribbon option
Conclusion
The HID FARGO HDP5000 Dual-Sided Retransfer Card Printer (089640) represents an excellent balance of performance, quality, and value for organizations with medium to high-volume card printing needs. Its combination of retransfer printing technology, dual-sided printing capability, modular design, and robust security features makes it an ideal solution for creating professional, secure identification credentials across a wide range of applications.
With its proven reliability, backed by comprehensive warranty coverage, and the flexibility to adapt to changing requirements through field-upgradable options, the HDP5000 provides a dependable, future-proof solution for organizations’ ID card printing needs.
