from $2,720
The Evolis Primacy 2 is a high-performance dual-sided ID card printer designed for efficient and secure card production. It offers impressive print speeds, capable of producing 300 single-sided YMCKO cards per hour or 200 double-sided YMCKOK cards per hour, with edge-to-edge printing and support for 16 million colors at resolutions up to 300 x 1200 dpi. With robust connectivity options including USB 2.0/3.0 and 10/100 Mbps Ethernet, and broad OS compatibility across Windows, macOS (10.11 to 12), and Linux, this printer is ideal for businesses requiring reliable and versatile ID card printing solutions.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $2,720.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Evolis Primacy 2 Dual-Sided ID Card Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $2,720.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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