Evolis Primacy 2 Duplex Printer

Key Specifications

Printing Technology

• Printing Method: Dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer
• Resolution: 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm)
• Color Depth: 16.7 million colors for high-quality prints

Dual-Sided (Duplex) Printing

• Automatic Duplex Printing: Print on both sides of the card in a single pass, saving time and reducing waste. Ideal for cards that require data on both sides (e.g., employee IDs, membership cards).

Print Speed

• Monochrome (Black): 7 seconds per card
• Full Color (YMCKO): 18 seconds per card
• Full Color + Overlay (YMCKOK): 23 seconds per card

Card Compatibility

• Card Types: Supports PVC, ABS, PET, and composite cards
• Card Sizes: CR-80 (3.375″ x 2.125″), CR-79 (adhesive back)
• Card Thickness: From 0.30 mm (12 mil) to 1.0 mm (40 mil)
• Capacity:
  • Input Hopper: Up to 100 cards (0.76 mm thickness)
  • Output Hopper: Up to 100 cards (0.76 mm thickness)

Connectivity Options

• Standard: USB 2.0
• Optional: Ethernet (for network printing), Wi-Fi (with an additional module)
• Driver Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux

Memory

• RAM: 32 MB
• Storage: Internal storage for driver and configuration files

Security Features

• Password Protection: For printer settings and configurations
• Encryption: Supports secure printing, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data

Energy Efficiency

• ENERGY STAR Certified: Designed to reduce power consumption while delivering excellent performance.

Physical Dimensions

• Dimensions: 8.1″ H x 18.5″ W x 10.4″ D (205 mm x 470 mm x 265 mm)
• Weight: 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs), compact and suitable for most office environments

Warranty

• Standard Warranty: 3-year limited warranty, covering the printer and the printhead

Optional Features

• Encoding Options:
  • Magnetic Stripe Encoding (HiCo/LoCo)
  • Smart Card Encoding (Contact and Contactless, e.g., MIFARE®)
• Ribbons:
  • Available in YMCKO, YMCKOK, KO (monochrome), and special ribbon types (including for rewritable cards)
  • Ribbon Yield: Typically 250 cards for full-color YMCKO ribbons
• Rewritable Technology: Support for Evolis rewritable cards that reduce ribbon consumption.

Included in the Box

• Printer: Evolis Primacy 2 Duplex Printer
• Software: Evolis Premium Suite™ (for management and maintenance)
• Accessories: USB cable, power cord, and cleaning kit
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty

Use Case

The Evolis Primacy 2 Duplex is an ideal solution for organizations needing high-quality, dual-sided card printing. Its versatility and speed make it suitable for a wide range of applications such as:

• Employee ID badges
• Student IDs
• Membership cards
• Access control cards