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The Fargo DTC1250e Dual-Sided ID Card Printer is a compact and efficient solution for producing high-quality identification cards. Utilizing dye-sublimation and thermal transfer printing technologies, it offers edge-to-edge printing with a maximum resolution of 300 dpi and supports 16.7 million colors for vibrant results. Capable of printing on CR-79 and CR-80 PVC or polyester cards, this printer handles various ribbon types and delivers impressive speeds, such as 225 YMCKO cards per hour, making it ideal for businesses and organizations requiring reliable, dual-sided card issuance.
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 $1,799.95.
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 Fargo DTC1250e Dual-Sided ID Card Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,799.95.
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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