Choosing Printers

ID Card Security Technology
Most of the card options in this section allow you to build security into your cards regardless of the type or brand of ID card printer you are using. Many of the various overt and covert card security options are explained below. Overt card security options are visible to the eye and make ID authentication easy to verify. Covert card security options cannot be read by the eye without a peripheral device, such as a laser.

Zebra ID Printers

 

Zebra Technologies ID Printers

One of the foremost names in secure identification card printing technology and application is Zebra Technologies. More than 1.5 million identification cards printed each business day are made by Zebra ID printers. Zebra manufactures a wide range of identification printers with a variety of features. Economy models are ideal for simple laminated card printer for routine identification applications such as membership cards, school ID cards and other uses which do not specifically require two-sided printing or high volume processing. Industrial models designed for high volume institutional use can create critical security identification cards with embedded magnetic strips, RFID smart chips, holographic retransfer multiple laminate ID and access cards for Government and high security environments such as airports and secure facilities.

High-value models are available which have options to include one- or two-sided printing, embedded photographs and outstanding graphics rendering that are ideal for low volume processing. Feature-laden with a quality name-brand cameras, computer-aided graphics design templates, USB connectivity, 1D bar-coding and ISO-compliant magnetic strip encoding and a generous software suite make for virtual turn key ID card solutions. Mobile solutions for on-site labeling are also available.

Industrial high-security tamper-resistant models are ideal for the most stringent applications. More than 25 million drivers licenses were printed on Zebra printers last year. Lockable card feeders and password protection are some visible deterrents to tampering or abuse. Software tracking and controls can be set up to audit use or document misuse of the printer. High volume printing of nearly three dual-sided cards per minute – 170 per hour – ensure high productivity and effective time management by reducing wait time during production. Retransfer plastic laminate technology produces printed plastic card media between laminate layers, providing enhanced security and allows three-dimensional objects such as magnetic strips or RFID chips to be integrated with the human-readable or machine readable 1D and 2D bar encoding. As with all Zebra ID printer solutions, a complete connectivity and software suite complements the product.

Zebra ID printer technology is far more than just the printer. It is a complete identification solution, seamlessly incorporating hardware, software and connectivity with the highest quality media production inks, laminates, inserts and photographic rendition for the highest quality images with exceptional durability and longevity. Zebra Technologies ID printers are the cost-effective solution for identification required to exceed the highest standards now and into the future.




Zebra ID Printer Supplies

Zebra ID printers are industry leaders; companies routinely choose Zebra printers for their scalability, flexibility and ease of use. Producing high quality ID cards is a breeze, thanks to Zebra's unbeatable technology and state of the art manufacturing processes. Keeping a Zebra ID printer in great shape is as easy as stocking up on the proper supplies. From print ribbons to cleaning supplies, genuine Zebra ID printer supplies help keep you enjoy uninterrupted card printing.

About Zebra

Zebra ID printers are produced by the Zebra Technologies Corporation, an organization whose sales and distribution network spans the globe. Zebra ID printers are sold in more than 100 countries worldwide, and an extensive network of Zebra ID printer suppliers ensures that consumers are able to keep their printers up and running at all times.

The Benefits of Zebra ID Printers

By investing in a Zebra ID printer, you're investing in quality. A few of the most important advantages of Zebra ID printers and supplies are:

  • On-Demand Printing - With Zebra ID printers, you can produce high quality ID cards when you need them.
  • Easy Personalization - Producing the exact card that you need is a snap, thanks to Zebra's intuitive technology.
  • Topnotch Lamination - Thanks to Zebra's first-rate lamination technology, ID cards are durable and long lasting.
  • Versatile Media Options - Whether you're in need of specialty key tags, magnetic stripe cards, smart cards, PVC cards or any other kind of card, Zebra ID printers can help.


Featured Printers

Several ID printers are available within Zebra's three ID printer lines; two of the most popular are:

  • ZXP Series 8 - Modular capabilities, lightning-quick print speeds and photo-like images make the ZXP Series retransfer printer a premium choice for discerning organizations.
  • P330m Performance Card Printer - The fast, reliable printing of everything from magnetic stripe cards to smart cards can be achieved with Zebra's P330m Performance Card Printer; built-in Ethernet is included.


Zebra ID Printer Supplies

Genuine Zebra ID printer supplies help keep your printer operating in top form:

  • Laminates and Overlays - Improve card life with TrueColours® laminate ribbons and varnish overlays for plastic cards.
  • Printer Ribbons - Detailed images, bold colors and impeccable quality are all trademarks of Zebra TrueColours® ribbons.
  • Cleaning Supplies - Keep important printer components running smoothly - and print quality high - by using Zebra ID printers cleaning supplies. 
  • Cards - Zebra smart cards and plastic cards produce consistently high quality results.