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IDP SMART-31D Dual-Sided ID Card Printer EasyLoad Kit

BH #ID651528EZ • MFR #651528EZ
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IDP SMART-31D Dual-Sided ID Card Printer EasyLoad Kit
Key Features
  • Direct Dye Sublimation
  • Resolution: 300, 600, 1200 dpi
  • Color YMCKO Print Speed: 156 Cards/Hour
  • Color YMCKOK Print Speed: 124 Cards/Hour
The IDP SMART-31S Dual-Sided ID Card Printer utilizes direct dye sublimation to produce sharp images at resolutions of 300, 600, and 1200 dpi. It offers dual-sided printing in a compact package that only weighs 7.5 pounds. Boosted speeds of up to 720 cards per hour are possible when using monochrome ribbons, while full-color printing can be achieved at a rate of 156 cards per hour. The printer accepts standard CR-80 size cards with thickness of 15 or 30 mil. The input hopper accepts up to 80 cards. The output hopper supports up to 25 cards.
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IDP SMART-31D Overview

The IDP SMART-31S Dual-Sided ID Card Printer utilizes direct dye sublimation to produce sharp images at resolutions of 300, 600, and 1200 dpi. It offers dual-sided printing in a compact package that only weighs 7.5 pounds. Boosted speeds of up to 720 cards per hour are possible when using monochrome ribbons, while full-color printing can be achieved at a rate of 156 cards per hour. The printer accepts standard CR-80 size cards with thickness of 15 or 30 mil. The input hopper accepts up to 80 cards. The output hopper supports up to 25 cards.

The EasyLoad kit includes a pre-installed YMCKO 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. Mac OS and other operating systems require third-party software, such as CardPresso, for ID card design.

Features
Offers double-sided, edge-to-edge printing
Resolutions of 300, 600, and 1200 dpi that can achieve sharp and 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 30 mil
The input hopper accepts up to 80 cards
The output hopper holds up to 25 cards
Connect to your computer via the USB port
UPC: 813013024525

IDP SMART-31D Specs

Printer
Print Type
Direct Dye Sublimation
Print Area
Edge to Edge
Resolutions
Color and Monochrome
300 dpi
Monochrome Only
600 dpi
1200 dpi
Duplex Printing
Yes
Print Speed
Monochrome
5 Seconds per Card (720 Cards per Hour)
YMCKO
23 Seconds per Card (156 Cards per Hour) (max)
YMCKOK
29 Seconds per Card (124 Cards per Hour) (max)
Document Feeding
Automatic
Encoding
Magnetic
ISO 7811 (Track I, II, III Read/Write, HiCo/LoCo)
JIS II
Contact
ISO 7816 A/B/C Card, ISO 7816 1/2/3/4 Microprocessor Card
Contactless
ISO 14443 (Type A/ B), MIFARE, DESFIRE, iCLASS, ISO 18092(NFC), Felica
Card Information
Size
ISO CR-80
Thickness
0.38 mm (15 mil)
0.76 mm (30 mil)
Type
  • PVC
  • PET
  • Composite PVC
    • Capacity
    Input
    Input Hopper
    80 Cards
    Output
    Output Hopper
    25 Cards
    System
    Connectivity
    USB
    RAM
    64MB
    Interface
    1 x LED Button
    Supported Operating Systems
  • Windows 7, 8, 10
  • Mac OS
  • Linux
    • Power
    Power Supply
    24 VDC
    Power Consumption
    48 W
    General
    Certification
    CB, CE, FCC, KC, CCC
    Temperature
    59 - 95°F / 15 - 35°C
    Humidity
    35 - 70%
    Dimensions
    6.8 x 7.5 x 18.6" / 172 x 190 x 472 mm
    Weight
    9.5 lb / 4.2 kg

    IDP SMART-31D Reviews

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    Is there a Hologram Card that can be used? What ...

    Is there a Hologram Card that can be used? What about Microprint?
    Asked by: Lisa
    The IDP SMART-31D Double-Sided ID Card Printer could possibly use a Hologram laminate. Preprinted Hologram cards could work as well, depending on where the hologram is on the card.
    Answered by: Yaakov
    Date published: 2023-08-01

    Does this printer print color on both sides?

    Does this printer print color on both sides?
    Asked by: Dan
    Yes, this IDP SMART-31D Dual-Sided ID Card Printer Kit supports dual-sided color printing.
    Answered by: Kenneth C
    Date published: 2023-09-20

    Can this printer directly write NFC code to an ...

    Can this printer directly write NFC code to an NFC enabled card?
    Asked by: Dan
    The IDP SMART-31D Dual-Sided ID Card Printer Kit BH #ID651528K can not print NFC. NFC is a electronic signal.
    Answered by: Reuben K
    Date published: 2023-09-22

    What software is used to create the card?

    What software is used to create the card?
    Asked by: Lisa
    This IDP SMART-31D Double-Sided ID Card Printer's ID card design software is compatible only with Windows operating systems. Mac OS and other operating systems require third-party software, such as CardPresso, for ID card design.
    Answered by: Sagi C
    Date published: 2023-08-01
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