Entrust Sigma DS3 600 dpi Dual Sided ID Card Printer

Sigma DS3 with 600 dpi: next-generation, pixel-perfect precision

The Entrust Sigma DS3 600 dpi Dual Sided ID Card Printer is a high-resolution direct-to-card printing solution built for organizations that need exceptional print clarity, secure issuance, and flexible dual-sided card production. With true 600 x 600 dpi printing, the Sigma DS3 produces crisp text, detailed photos, smooth signatures, and high-fidelity output for even complex fonts and miniature security elements.

Advanced dual-sided printing with high-fidelity output

• True 600 x 600 dpi print resolution for sharp text, detailed images, and precise card graphics
• Dual-sided direct-to-card printing for credentials that require front and back personalization
• Designed to render complex fonts, miniature QR codes, and micro-sized security printing with impressive clarity
• Intuitive printer dashboard lets users monitor status, cleaning, firmware updates, and support resources from a mobile device
• Seamless self-service support through QR-code access on the LCD display
• Variable LED light ring allows visual customization for branding or workspace integration
• Innovative printhead protector helps reduce risk of damage during ribbon changes and servicing

Unmatched security for modern ID issuance

• Secure Boot helps protect the printer during startup
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM) secures the factory-installed Entrust-backed TLS certificate
• TLS/SSL encrypted communications help protect data in transit
• Supports high-detail printing for complex fonts, microtext, and miniature QR codes
• Additional security options include UV printing, holographic laminates, luster printing, and tactile impressions
• Optional locks help protect card stock and printer supplies
• Supports network communication aligned with NIST SP 800-52 Rev. 2 recommendations when using TLS 1.2 or 1.3

Flexible platform built for growth

• Designed for secure identity issuance in enterprise, education, healthcare, and government environments
• Expand your ID program with optional smart card encoding, magnetic stripe encoding, WiFi, and multi-hopper support
• Supports browser-based issuance environments and Windows driver-based deployments
• Built to scale as card issuance requirements evolve

• Manufacturer Entrust
• Model Sigma DS3 with 600 dpi Direct-to-Card Printer
• SKU 525302-103
• Print technology Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
• Print capabilities Single- or dual-sided, rewritable technology
• Print resolution 600 dpi (600 x 600 for color and monochrome; 600 x 300 color selectable)
• Print speed YMCKT ribbon, front side YMCKT: up to 120 cards per hour at 600 x 600 dpi; up to 160 cards per hour at 600 x 300 color and 600 x 600 K
• Dual-sided print speed YMCKT-KT ribbon, front side YMCKT and back side KT: up to 85 cards per hour at 600 x 600 dpi; up to 100 cards per hour at 600 x 300 color and 600 x 600 K
• Monochrome print speed Up to 500 cards per hour simplex; 255 cards per hour duplex
• Card capacity Input hopper: 125 cards; Output hopper: 25 cards; Reject hopper: 10 cards
• Card sizes Thickness: 0.010" to 0.040" (0.25 mm to 1.016 mm); Dimensions: ID-1 (CR-79, CR-80)
• Operating environment 60?F to 95?F (15?C to 35?C); 20-80% RH, non-condensing
• Physical dimensions 17.4" L x 8.3" W x 9" H (44.2 x 22.1 x 22.9 cm)
• Weight 12.1 lbs (5.49 kg); varies with options
• Connectivity USB and Ethernet
• Web browser support for Instant ID as a Service Chrome (preferred), Edge/Internet Explorer, Safari
• Operating system support for printer driver Windows 11, Windows 10 32-/64-bit, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022
• Optional features Magnetic stripe encoding, smart card encoding, WiFi, six-compartment multi-hopper
• Warranty 36 months