Fargo DTC1250e ID Card Printer Single-Sided, USB 2.0, 100 Cards Input Hopper, 30 Cards Output Hopper, 6 sec Monochrome, 16 sec Full-Color

The Fargo Compact ID is a professional desktop card-printer family designed to deliver reliable ID and credential issuance for small-to-medium businesses, schools, local governments and security teams. Based on the Fargo DTC1250e platform, this compact solution supports high-quality thermal dye-sublimation / resin thermal-transfer printing in color, with single- and dual-sided configurations and optional encoding and wireless accessories to match diverse workflow needs. It is intended for daily badge production, membership and access-card programs, and on-site credentialing where secure data handling, straightforward network integration, and consistent card quality are required. The design balances a small footprint with practical throughput, flexible media support and industry-standard security options.

Key Features

• Compact, office-ready design: Small footprint for easy placement on counters and workstations while retaining full desktop functionality for professional badge issuance.
• High-quality color printing: Thermal dye-sublimation and resin thermal-transfer technology produce continuous-tone output and sharp 300 dpi images for photos, text and barcodes.
• Flexible connectivity: Standard USB 2.0 with Ethernet and optional Wi‑Fi support enable easy integration into local networks and HID ecosystems for distributed printing.
• Secure encoding and data protection: Optional embedded encoders (including iCLASS SE) and AES-256/resin scramble data protection support secure personalization and protected workflows.
• Practical production capacity: 100-card input hopper, up to 30-card output, and throughput options that support fast single- or dual-sided issuance for daily operational needs.

Specifications

• Brand: Fargo
• Model family: DTC1250e
• Product type / Printer type: ID card printer / Card printer
• Printing technology / Method: Thermal / Dye sublimation & resin thermal transfer
• Print sides: Single-sided; Dual-sided (model-dependent)
• Print resolution: 300 dpi (300 x 300 dpi reported)
• Print speed: ~16 seconds per color card (up to 225 cards per hour)
• Print color capability: Color / Full-color
• Card input capacity: 100 cards
• Card output capacity: 30 cards
• Accepted card sizes: CR-80 and CR-79 (examples: 2.13" x 3.38"; 2.04" x 3.30"; 2.06" x 3.31"; 2.11" x 3.36")
• Supported media types: PVC card, polyester card, adhesive-backed card, ID card, continuous form
• Connectivity: USB 2.0; optional single-wire Ethernet / internal print server; optional Wi‑Fi accessory
• Encoding options: Optional embedded iCLASS SE encoder; magnetic stripe and contact/contactless smart card encoding supported (model-dependent)
• Data protection / Security features: AES-256 encryption; resin scramble data protection; password protection; locking hoppers; optional holographic or UV overlaminates
• Memory: 32 MB (standard on select configurations)
• Edge-to-edge printing: Yes (reported)
• Dimensions (examples): 13.7 x 8.8 x 7.9 in; 21.8 x 15.3 x 12 in; 18.7 x 9.8 x 9.2 in (varies by configuration)
• Weight (examples): 7.72 lb; 10 lb; 16.62 lb; 6 kg (varies by configuration)
• Power / Input voltage: AC; 110, 220 V AC
• Certifications & standards: ENERGY STAR, UL 60950-2, CSA C22.2 (60950-07), CE, FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 55024, CCC, BSMI, KC