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HID DTC1500 Card Printer Single‑Sided Base, Refillable ECO Cartridges, Wi‑Fi Accessory Optional

SKU: 

51401

Need secure ID cards with reliable, professional print quality? The HID FARGO EcoSecure ID Printer is a compact direct-to-card printer with 300 dpi dye sublimation and resin thermal transfer printing, designed for single-sided card issuance with built-in security features, flexible encoding options, and efficient high-capacity consumables.
Description
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The HID DTC1500 SecureCard Printer is a professional direct-to-card solution designed for secure ID issuance in government, education, healthcare and corporate environments. Combining dye sublimation and resin thermal transfer printing at 300 dpi with high-capacity ECO ribbon support, the DTC1500 delivers durable, photo-quality cards, flexible encoding and practical throughput for everyday badge production. Its modular architecture supports optional dual-sided printing, lamination and multiple smart card or magnetic stripe encoders, while integrated cleaning and environmental features reduce maintenance and cost-per-card. The platform is well suited to organizations that require reliable image quality, secure credentialing and scalable expansion as program needs evolve.

Key Features

  • High-quality printing: 300 dpi dye sublimation and resin thermal transfer produce continuous-tone color and crisp text, photos and barcodes for professional ID cards.
  • Security-oriented design: Built-in security printing capabilities and support for secure consumables help protect credential issuance and reduce the risk of counterfeiting.
  • Flexible encoding: Optional modules support HID Prox, iCLASS/MIFARE/contactless, contact ISO7816 and ISO magnetic stripe encoding for multi-technology credential workflows.
  • Low operating cost: High-capacity ECO ribbon options and refillable cartridges reduce consumable changes and lower cost per card for high-volume programs.
  • Practical card handling: 100-card input hopper and up to 100-card output capacity streamline batch printing and office deployment.
  • Modular scalability: Upgrade paths for dual-sided printing, lamination and additional encoders allow the platform to grow with changing ID program requirements.

Specifications

  • Brand: HID
  • Product Name: HID DTC1500 SecureCard Printer
  • Print Method: Dye sublimation / resin thermal transfer
  • Print Resolution: 300 dpi
  • Color Depth: Up to 16.7 million / 256 shades per pixel
  • Print Speed: 6 s/card (K); 16 s/card (YMCKO); 24 s/card (YMCKOK)
  • Print Ribbon Options: Full- and half-panel YMCKO/YMCKOK, YMCKK, K (resin black) and other high-capacity ECO ribbon variants
  • Accepted Card Sizes: CR-80 (3.375 x 2.125 in / 85.6 x 54 mm); CR-79 (3.313 x 2.063 in / 84.1 x 52.4 mm)
  • Printable Area: CR-80 edge-to-edge (3.36 x 2.11 in / 85.3 x 53.7 mm); CR-79 (3.3 x 2.04 in / 83.8 x 51.8 mm)
  • Accepted Card Thickness: 0.009 – 0.040 in (0.229 – 1.016 mm)
  • Accepted Card Types: PVC or polyester cards with polished PVC finish; 100% polyester (monochrome resin required); optical memory cards with PVC finish; rewrite cards
  • Input Hopper Card Capacity: 100 cards
  • Output Hopper Card Capacity: Up to 100 cards
  • Card Cleaning: Cleaning roller integrated into ribbon cartridge; automatically replaced with each ribbon change
  • Memory: 32 MB RAM
  • Interface / Connectivity: USB 2.0; Standard Ethernet with internal print server (Ethernet optional on some certified units)
  • Encoding Options: 125 kHz HID Prox; 13.56 MHz contactless (iCLASS, MIFARE variants, ISO 14443 A/B, ISO 15693); Contact ISO7816 (T=0, T=1); ISO magnetic stripe dual high/low coercivity, tracks 1-3
  • Software Drivers: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11; Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022
  • Display / Status Indicators: Color-changing status buttons
  • Operating Temperature: 65° to 80° F / 18° to 27° C
  • Operating Humidity: 20–80% non-condensing
  • Dimensions (Printer): 9.8 x 18.7 x 9.2 in (249 x 475 x 234 mm)
  • Dimensions (Printer + Lamination): 18.9 x 18.7 x 9.2 in (480 x 475 x 234 mm)
  • Weight (Printer): 11 lb / 5 kg
  • Weight (Printer + Lamination): 20 lb / 9.1 kg
  • Supply Voltage: 100-240 Vac
  • Supply Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
  • Supply Current: 1.6 A max
  • Environmental Features: Energy-efficient design (base models), refillable ECO supply cartridges, rewrite technology
  • Warranty: Printer – three years; printhead – three years
  • Agency Listings: UL, CSA, CE; FCC Class A; additional regional EMC/ safety listings

Main Features

  • Printing Side: One Side

  • RFID: Yes

  • DPI: 300 dpi

Documents
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Product document dtc1500.pdf 51401 Product document dtc1500.pdf MOD-DTC1500 Product document dtc1500xe.pdf MOD-DTC1500
FAQs
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What print resolution and color depth does the HID DTC1500 deliver?
The HID DTC1500 prints at 300 dpi using dye sublimation and resin thermal transfer, reproducing up to 16.7 million colors and 256 shades per pixel for photo-quality ID cards.
How fast does the HID DTC1500 print cards, and which ribbon modes are supported?
Print speed is 6 seconds per card in monochrome resin (K), 16 seconds per card in YMCKO, and 24 seconds per card in YMCKOK. Supported ribbon types include full- and half-panel YMCKO, YMCKOK, YMCKK, K resin black, and high-capacity ECO ribbon variants.
What encoding technologies can the HID DTC1500 support?
Optional encoding modules cover 125 kHz HID Prox, 13.56 MHz contactless formats including iCLASS, MIFARE variants, ISO 14443 A/B, and ISO 15693, contact ISO7816 (T=0 and T=1), and ISO magnetic stripe with dual high/low coercivity on tracks 1 through 3.
Which card sizes and card types does the HID DTC1500 accept?
It accepts CR-80 cards (85.6 x 54 mm) and CR-79 cards (84.1 x 52.4 mm) with thickness ranging from 0.229 to 1.016 mm. Compatible card types include PVC, polished-PVC-finish polyester, 100% polyester (with monochrome resin ribbon), optical memory cards with PVC finish, and rewrite cards.
What connectivity interfaces and operating systems does the HID DTC1500 support?
The printer connects via USB 2.0 and Standard Ethernet with an internal print server. Windows drivers are available for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11, as well as Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
What warranty does the HID DTC1500 carry, and what are its operating environment requirements?
HID covers both the printer and the printhead for three years. The unit requires an operating temperature of 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 27 degrees Celsius) and operating humidity of 20 to 80 percent non-condensing.