Model: N15-1021-00
from $1,587.2
The Pointman N15 is a single-sided card printer designed for efficient and reliable ID card production. This thermal printer delivers vibrant, full-color cards at 300 dpi, with a print speed of 200 cards per hour. It features integrated MIFARE and ISO magnetic stripe encoding, making it ideal for creating secure access cards, membership IDs, and more. With USB 2.0 and 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity, and compatibility with various Windows operating systems, the N15 offers versatile integration into your existing infrastructure.
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 $1,587.2.
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 Pointman N15 Single-Sided Card Printer with MIFARE & ISO Magnetic Stripe Encoder is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,587.2.
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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