IDP SMART-51D Dual-Sided ID Card Printer

IDP SMART-51D Dual-Sided ID Card Printer is a high-performance, compact solution for producing secure, professional-quality ID cards.

Offering dual-sided printing capabilities, the SMART-51D prints vibrant, full-color designs on both sides of a card or combines full-color front and monochrome black back printing.

Ideal for businesses and institutions requiring high-quality ID cards, the SMART-51D ensures speed, efficiency, and ease of use.

Whether you’re printing membership cards, access cards, or employee IDs, this printer delivers reliable, consistent results.

Specifications

• Printing Method: Dye Sublimation, Thermal Transfer
• Resolution: 300 dpi
• Print Speed:
  • Full Color (YMCKOK): 164 cards per hour (21.9 seconds per card)
  • Full Color (YMCKO): 212 cards per hour (17 seconds per card)
  • Monochrome: 720 cards per hour (5 seconds per card)
• Card Size: CR-80 (Standard ID card size)
• Card Thickness: 15 to 40 mil (0.38 to 1 mm)
• Memory: 64 MB
• Connectivity: USB 2.0
• Display: 2-Line LCD
• Operating Systems Supported: Windows, macOS, Linux
• Input Hopper Capacity: 100 cards (closed), 200 cards (open)
• Output Hopper Capacity: 40 cards (removable)
• Duplex Printing: Yes (Automatic Dual-Sided Printing)
• Lamination: No
• Print Area: Edge-to-Edge

Features

• Automatic Dual-Sided Printing: Print full color on both sides or choose a combination of full-color front and black back printing for cost-efficient, secure card production.
• Fast Print Speeds: Print up to 212 cards per hour in full color on one side, or 164 cards per hour in dual-sided mode.
• High-Quality Prints: With 300 dpi resolution, you’ll get sharp, clear images and text for professional-looking cards.
• Compact Design: The SMART-51D is compact and efficient, ideal for environments where space is limited but high-quality card production is required.
• Flexible Card Handling: The input hopper holds up to 200 cards (with lid open) or 100 cards (lid closed), while the output hopper holds up to 40 cards for easy retrieval. Both hoppers are positioned on the same side for easier access.
• User-Friendly LCD Display: A 2-line LCD display provides status updates, error messages, and operational settings in a clear and intuitive way.
• USB Connectivity: Connects to computers via USB, with a simple installation process including a utility tool for print area and color density calibration.
• Energy-Efficient: The printer operates at low power, making it both energy-efficient and cost-effective.