from $1,152
The Evolis Zenius 2 Classic is a compact, single-sided ID card printer designed for efficient, on-demand card production. This USB 3.0 connected printer delivers crisp 300 dpi resolution for both full-color (YMCKO) and monochrome cards, printing up to 180 YMCKO cards per hour. With a 50-card input tray and 75-card output tray, it supports standard CR-80 cards made of PVC or PET, making it ideal for small to medium-sized businesses, schools, or organizations needing to print employee badges, membership cards, or visitor passes.
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 $1,152.
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 Zenius 2 Classic Single-Sided ID Card Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,152.
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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