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IDP Smart-30 ID Card Printer

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IDP Smart30 Single Sided Printer

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Entry-level ID card printer with hopper for batch printing and multiple upgrade options

  • Single-sided, dye sublimation printer
  • Quick print speeds – print full color, single-sided cards in 28 seconds
  • Hand feed or 100 card input hopper, 25 card output hopper
  • Upgrade options: Dual-sided printing, magnetic stripe encoding, Ethernet connectivity
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  • Single-sided, dye sublimation printer
  • Quick print speeds – print full color, single-sided cards in 28 seconds
  • Hand feed or 100 card input hopper, 25 card output hopper
  • Upgrade options: Dual-sided printing, magnetic stripe encoding, Ethernet connectivity
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IDP Smart-30 Overview

  • Printing Capability: Single-sided
  • Print Technology: Dye sublimation
  • Print Speed: Full color, single-sided cards in 28 seconds
  • Input/Output Hopper: 100/25
  • Warranty: 3 years printer, 2 years printhead

The IDP Smart-30 is a versatile entry-level ID card printer with multiple upgrade options so you can customize the printer to fit your specific needs.

Easy Small Batch Printing

With a 100 card input hopper and 25 card output hopper, printing small batches of cards will be quick and easy with the Smart-30 ID card printer. And if you only need to print a card or two, there's also an option to hand-feed cards.

The Smart-30's print speeds will also help you print batches of cards quickly, producing monochrome cards in five seconds, single-sided full color cards in 28 seconds, and dual-sided full color cards (with black on back) in 32 seconds.

Compact Size for Any Office

For a printer with so many options, the Smart-30 is compact and economical and weighs in at just 9.2 pounds. This makes it a great printer for a front desk or welcome center because its small size won't take up valuable desk space.

Printer Options & Upgrades

The Smart-30 comes with these printer options:

  • Dual-sided printing
  • Magnetic stripe encoding
  • Ethernet connectivity

Smart-30 Printer Warranty

The IDP Smart-30 ID card printer comes with a three year manufacturer warranty, with a two year printhead warranty.

What’s Included:

  • IDP Smart-30 ID card printer
  • Printer power supply
  • USB cable
  • Install disk
  • Printer guides
  • Lifetime AlphaCare support
  • Upgrade to TrueSupport service plan & receive*:
  • Loaner printer during TrueSupport coverage period
  • Phone-based technical support including remote assistance
  • Complimentary one hour of training annually
  • Complimentary cleaning kit and remote printer check-up provided annually
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Everything You Need in One Box

ID card printer, software, ribbon, cards, camera and a cleaning kit

All of our complete ID card systems come with the printer, software, and supplies you need to successfully start an ID card program right out of the box.

AlphaCard ID Suite Software

With AlphaCard ID Suite you can design, print, and manage ID cards and badges for any professional application. From basic photo IDs to multifunctional ID badges, you can do it all with AlphaCard ID Suite.

Software Features:
  • Customizable record layouts for easy navigation
  • Advanced card design tools
  • Built-in database & options to import a database
  • Encode barcodes, magnetic stripe cards & more
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Technical Specs

IDP Smart-30

Compare the IDP Smart-30 to other printers using the Printer Comparison Tool.

Cost
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MSRP
Single-Sided Printer
$1390
Dual-Sided Printer
$1990
AlphaCard Price
Single-Sided Printer
$998
Dual-Sided Printer
$1398
Warranty
Printer Coverage
3 years
Loaner Coverage
Optional
Printhead Coverage
2 Years
Printing
?
Print Technology
Dye Sublimation
?
Re-Writable Printing
No
Card Capacity
?
Input Hopper
80
?
Output Hopper
25
?
Single Feed Mode
No
Print Speed
Full Color
23 seconds
Monochrome
5 seconds
Supplies
?
Avg. Cost Per Card
Single-Sided Color
—
Single-Sided Black
—
Dual-Sided
—
?
Max. Ribbon Yield
Single-Sided Color
250
Single-Sided Black
1200
Dual-Sided
—
Accepted Card Sizes
CR80
Card Thickness
20-30 mil
Features Call if options aren't available online
Available Encoding Options
Contact Card
Contactless Card
DesFire
iCLASS
Magnetic Stripe
MiFare
?
Available Factory Options
Dual Sided
Wi-Fi
?
Available Field Upgrades
Dual Sided
Encoding
Magnetic Stripe
?
Visual Security Features
—
Printer Lock Options
—
Compatibility
?
Connection Type
Ethernet
USB
?
OS Compatibility
Windows XP
Windows XP - 32 bit
Windows XP - 64 bit
Windows Vista
Windows Vista - 32 bit
Windows Vista - 64 bit
Windows 7
Windows 7 - 32 bit
Windows 7 - 64 bit
Windows 8
Windows 8 - 32 bit
Windows 8 - 64 bit
Windows 10
Windows 10 - 32 bit
Windows 10 - 64 bit
Windows 2000
Windows 2000 - 32 bit
Windows 2000 - 64 bit
Linux
?
Mac Compatible
Yes
Physical Specs
Size
6.8" W x 14.8"-18.6" L x 7.5" H
Weight
3.4 lbs single sided, 4.2 lbs dual sided
MPNS
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Available MPNs
651075,
65109,
651096,
651099,
651106,
615077
Supplies

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Product Videos

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Product Brochures

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Select printers include one full year of TrueSupport for free!

Upgrade to TrueSupport for world class, full service technical support. You'll get direct access to our professionally trained technical support experts who have years of experience working with customers just like you. Whether you are setting up an ID card system for the first time, or you need help with troubleshooting, our friendly experts will get you on track quickly.

TRUESUPPORT HELP

You can talk directly to our dedicated support team on the phone. On top of our complimentary lifetime email support (1-3 day turnaround) and 30-day setup over the phone, TrueSupport coverage plans will include troubleshooting and technical support via phone and hands-on help via remote desktop assistance during your subscription period from the best technical experts in the industry.

PREMIUM SERVICE

As a TrueSupport subscriber, you'll receive a complimentary cleaning kit and remote printer check-up annually through the duration of your subscription. Through these preventative services, potential future obstacles that could interrupt daily business operations can be avoided.

PRINTER MAINTENANCE + LOANER COVERAGE

Within your TrueSupport coverage period, our technical support experts are standing by to offer remote phone support. If your ID card printer requires service, we'll provide a loaner machine to keep your business running while we repair your printer.

TRAINING

Get one hour of training every year to maximize every feature of your investment, or just brush-up on the basics. We want to help you do your job easier!

EXTENSION OPTIONS

Options to extend your TrueSupport coverage are available. Call us now for pricing and enrollment (877) 907-9834.

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