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HID DTC4500e

Robust dual-sided ID card printer designed for high-volume printing needs in secure environments.

  • Dual-sided printing with optional lamination for enhanced durability
  • Print resolution: 300 dpi for sharp text and vibrant images
  • Print speed: Up to 225 full-color cards per hour (YMCKO)
  • Input hopper capacity: 200 cards | Output hopper: 100 cards
  • Connectivity: USB 2.0 and Ethernet with optional Wi-Fi module
  • Supports magnetic stripe, smart card, and proximity card encoding
  • Secure printing with password protection and AES-256 encryption
3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Optional Lamination Module
Priority Technical Support
Overview
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Use Cases
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Reliable High-Volume ID Card Printing

The HID FARGO DTC4500e is built for organizations that require secure, fast, and reliable ID card printing. With dual-sided capability, flexible encoding options, and optional lamination, it meets the needs of large-scale enterprises, government institutions, and educational facilities.

High Efficiency

Prints up to 225 cards per hour with dual-sided output for uninterrupted performance in demanding environments.

Versatile Encoding

Supports magnetic stripe, proximity, and smart card encoding for a variety of secure credentialing applications.

Enhanced Security

Includes password protection, AES-256 encryption, and optional physical locks to safeguard card data and supplies.

Technical Specifications

Printing Technology

  • Method: Dye‑sublimation / resin thermal transfer
  • Resolution: 300 dpi
  • Print Mode: Single‑ or dual‑sided edge-to-edge

Print Speed

  • Color: Up to 225 cards/hour (YMCKO)
  • Monochrome: Up to 1,000 cards/hour

Card Handling

  • Input Hopper: 200 cards
  • Output Hopper: 100 cards
  • Lamination Option: Dual-sided laminate for durability

Ideal Use Cases

Employee ID Cards

Perfect for creating professional, secure employee ID cards for medium to large organizations.

Access Control Badges

Supports encoding of smart cards and magstripes for building access and secure entry systems.

Student & Campus Cards

Ideal for schools and universities to issue multipurpose student ID cards with integrated tech.

Loyalty & Membership Cards

Produce custom-branded loyalty or membership cards for gyms, retail, or hospitality businesses.

Support & Services

Manufacturer Warranty

Comes with a 3-year global warranty including one year of free loaner coverage.

Technical Assistance

24/7 access to technical support via online knowledge base, email, and phone support.

Maintenance Plans

Optional annual maintenance plans for on-site servicing and extended hardware coverage.