Magicard Prima 4 Card Printers, Retransfer, High print quality, Plastic cards

The Magicard Prima 4 Card Printer is a professional retransfer reverse-transfer ID card printer engineered for secure, high-quality card issuance in corporate, government, education and event environments. Designed for on‑demand production of membership, access and photo ID cards, the Prima 4 delivers edge-to-edge, glossy results with 300 dpi resolution and robust support for a wide range of plastic card materials. With options for dual‑sided printing, multiple encoding formats and inline security or lamination enhancements, it provides a scalable, desktop-friendly solution that balances image fidelity, durability and operational efficiency for organizations that require dependable, high-volume credential personalization.

Key Features

• Reverse-transfer printing: Retransfer technology produces edge-to-edge, photo-quality output on plastic cards for a professional finish and improved image durability.
• 300 dpi image quality: High resolution printing delivers sharp photos, fine text and reliable graphic reproduction for secure ID and credential applications.
• Dual-sided capability: Supports duplex printing to produce two-sided cards in a single workflow, increasing flexibility for complex badge designs.
• Extensive encoding options: Integrated support for magnetic stripe, barcode, contact smart card and contactless RFID/NFC encoding streamlines issuance of multifunction credentials.
• Connectivity and usability: USB, USB‑A and Ethernet interfaces plus a color LCD panel with status messages simplify integration and daily operation in networked environments.
• Security & durability options: Inline UV printing, optional laminator and holographic overlaminate choices, together with a logical printer lock, enhance card security and longevity.

Specifications

• Brand: Magicard
• Product Reference: Magicard Prima 4 Card Printer
• Variant Models / MPNs: PRIMA40*, PRIMA402
• Printing Technology: Reverse-transfer (retransfer) printing
• Print Resolution: 300 dpi
• Duplex Printing: Dual-sided printing supported
• Intended Use: ID card printing
• Print Quality: High
• Supported Media / Materials: Plastic cards; PVC, ABS, PET, PVH, Polycarbonate and other non-PVC cards
• Interfaces: USB, USB-A, Ethernet
• Encoding Options: Magnetic stripe, Barcode, Contact (smart card), Contactless (RFID/NFC)
• LCD Panel: Color LCD panel with status messages and prompts
• UV Printing: Inline ultraviolet (UV) printing supported
• Edge Printing: True over-the-edge printing
• Lamination Option: Inline laminator (optional) with adjustable temperature and speed settings
• Overlaminate / Holographic Option: Holographic overlaminate option (standard and custom)
• Front Access Loading: Front access for ribbon and card supplies loading
• Logical Printer Lock: Logical printer lock fitted as standard
• Auto-cleaning Prompts: true
• Auto Ribbon Detection: true
• Ribbon Status Reporting: Ribbon status level updates
• Card Size: CR80
• Card Thickness: 10-40 mil
• Input Hopper Capacity: 100 cards
• Output Hopper Capacity: 100 cards
• Weight: 34.1 lbs (15.5 kg)
• Dimensions: 13.5" x 13" x 12.6" (343 mm x 320 mm x 330 mm)
• Warranty: 3 Year UltraCoverPlus warranty with lifetime printhead coverage and printer loaner service
• Use Frequency: Between 5,000 and 50,000 cards