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Evolis Primacy 2 Single-Sided ID Card Printer

BH #EVPM20061 • MFR #PM2-0061
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Evolis Primacy 2 Single-Sided ID Card Printer
Key Features
  • Dye Sublimation / Thermal Transfer
  • 300 dpi Color, 1200 dpi Monochrome
  • 280 Cards per Hour
  • Monochrome Speed: 1000 Cards per Hour
Fast and feature-rich, the Primacy 2 Single-Sided ID Card Printer from Evolis will satisfy the requirements of institutions, organizations, and businesses looking to create a secure, personalized ID system. Using a direct-to-card dye sublimation/resin thermal transfer process with rewrite capability, the Primacy 2 can create vivid, detailed cards at resolutions starting at 300 x 300 dpi and going up to 300 x 1200 dpi. The Primacy 2 can produce up to 280 single-sided cards. It uses CR-80 cards and has 100-card input and output hoppers and a 50-card reject tray. Built with USB and Ethernet connectivity, the Primacy 2 offers edge-to-edge printing and cardPresso XXS software for designing and editing badges.
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Evolis Primacy 2 Overview

Fast and feature-rich, the Primacy 2 Single-Sided ID Card Printer from Evolis will satisfy the requirements of institutions, organizations, and businesses looking to create a secure, personalized ID system. Using a direct-to-card dye sublimation/resin thermal transfer process with rewrite capability, the Primacy 2 can create vivid, detailed cards at resolutions starting at 300 x 300 dpi and going up to 300 x 1200 dpi. The Primacy 2 can produce up to 280 single-sided cards. It uses CR-80 cards and has 100-card input and output hoppers and a 50-card reject tray. Built with USB and Ethernet connectivity, the Primacy 2 offers edge-to-edge printing and cardPresso XXS software for designing and editing badges.

Print head protection element
Delivered with Evolis Premium Suite for Windows
User interfaces available in 28 languages
Support for Kensington security lock
Ships with cardPresso XXS for designing and editing badges
Operator replaceable print head
Data encryption for magnetic encoding
Checking of the card level at a glance
Easy to access technical parts thanks to side opening
Easy to reach on/off button
Graphical notifications from the printer include cleaning, alerts, empty/low level ribbon, and card alerts
Full front operation
Dye-sublimation/resin and thermal transfer
Rewrite possibility (with rewritable cards)
Compact printer for desktop environment
LCD touchscreen panel
LED control panel
Drop-in cassette with easy handling

Evolis Primacy 2 Specs

Key Specs
Supported Card Sizes
CR-80
Encoding Options
Magnetic Stripe (1 Track), Magnetic Stripe (Unspecified Tracks), Smart Card (Contact)
Print Speed
Up to 600 Cards per Hour
Maximum Resolution
300 x 600 dpi (Color)
300 x 1200 dpi (Monochrome)
Card Tray Capacity
Input: 100
Output: 100
Reject: 50
Duplex Printing
No
Lamination
Single-Sided
System Connection
10/100 Mbps Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Compatibility
Supported Ribbon Types | Printing Media
Black Monochrome, Half-Panel YMCKO, Half-Panel YMCKOKO, KO, SOKO, YMCKO, YMCKO-K
Supported Card Sizes
CR-80
Card Thickness
9.84 to 49.21 mil / 0.25 to 1.25 mm
Encoding Options
Magnetic Stripe (1 Track), Magnetic Stripe (Unspecified Tracks), Smart Card (Contact)
Printer
Print Speed
Single-Sided, YMCKO: 300 Cards per Hour (12 Seconds per Card)
Single-Sided, Half-Panel YMCKO: 400 Cards per Hour (9 Seconds per Card)
Single-Sided, KO: 600 Cards per Hour (6 Seconds per Card)
Maximum Resolution
300 x 600 dpi (Color)
300 x 1200 dpi (Monochrome)
Maximum Printable Area
3.37 x 2.1" / 85.6 x 53.3 mm
Printing Technology
Thermal
Printing Capability
Edge-to-Edge
Colors Supported
16 Million
General
Card Tray Capacity
Input: 100
Output: 100
Reject: 50
Duplex Printing
No
Lamination
Single-Sided
System Connection
10/100 Mbps Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Memory
32 MB
OS Compatibility
Windows 8 or Later
Windows Server 2012 R2 to 2022
macOS 10.11 to 12
Linux
Physical
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 1.5 A
DC Input Power
25 VDC at 2.5 A
Certifications
BIS, CE, EAC, FCC, ICES, KC, UKCA, VCCI
Operating Conditions
59 to 86°F / 15 to 30°C at 20 to 65% Humidity
Storage Conditions
23 to 158°F / -5 to 70°C at 20 to 70% Humidity
Noise Level
48.0 dB (Active)
Security Lock Support
Kensington Lock Slot, Key Lock
Dimensions
9.7 x 8.1 x 15.0" / 247.0 x 205.0 x 382.0 mm
Weight
9.06 lb / 4.11 kg

Evolis Primacy 2 Reviews

See any errors on this page?

is the ethernet cable included?

is the ethernet cable included?
Asked by: Lori
Although the Evolis Primacy 2 Expert Single-Sided ID Card Printer comes with a USB cable, it DOES NOT come with an Ethernet cable.
Answered by: roman
Date published: 2022-10-20

Does BH #EVPM20033 Evolis Primacy 2 Expert ...

Does BH #EVPM20033 Evolis Primacy 2 Expert Dual-Sided ID Card Printer with Magnetic Stripe Encoder come with needed software?
Asked by: Edward
The Evolis Primacy 2 Expert Dual-Sided ID Card Printer with Magnetic Stripe Encoder & Elyctis Dual Smart Card and Contactless IDENTIV Encoder includes cardPresso XXS software for designing and editing badges.
Answered by: Michael M
Date published: 2024-06-03

Does this model have the LED screen?

Does this model have the LED screen?
Asked by: Sam
No, But this Evolis Primacy 2 Expert Single-Sided ID Card Printer BH #EVPM20001A • MFR #PM2-0001-A would have a LCD screen.
Answered by: Moe
Date published: 2023-04-16
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