Direct To Card ID Card Printers
Our Direct-to-Card (DTC) Printers can produce all types of ID cards, with high speed and superb print quality. These very popular ID printers are renowned for being easy to use and a highly affordable solution for printing directly onto plastic cards. We offer a wide range of DTC printers available to purchase individually. Alternatively, why not browse our bargain ID printer bundles, which also include the best ID card printer software and add-ons such as ribbons and blank plastic ID cards.
Direct-to-card printers are essential tools for businesses and organisations that require on-demand, high-quality, and secure ID card printing. These printers are designed to print directly onto the surface of PVC cards, making them ideal for producing employee badges, membership cards, and access control cards.
How Direct-to-Card Printers Work?
Direct-to-card printers use a dye-sublimation process, where a ribbon containing coluored dyes is heated by the printhead. The heat causes the dyes to vaporise and permeate the surface of the card, creating a smooth, full-color image. This method ensures that the printed image is both durable and resistant to fading.
The process typically involves the following steps:
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Card Insertion: The blank card is fed into the printer's input hopper.
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Color Printing: The printer uses four primary colors – cyan, magenta, yellow, and black (CMYK) – to create a full-color image on the card.
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Overlay Application: A clear overlay is applied to protect the printed image from scratches and UV damage.
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Output: The finished card is ejected into the output hopper, ready for use.
Featured UK Direct-to-Card Printers
Below are some of the best direct-to-card printers available in the UK, offering a range of features to suit different needs and budgets.
Matica MC110 - £POA
The Matica MC110 is an entry-level direct-to-card printer that combines affordability with high-quality printing. It is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses that require efficient and reliable card printing.
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Key Features:
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Single-sided printing
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Compact and lightweight design
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Easy-to-use interface
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USB connectivity
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Compatible with various card thicknesses
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Entrust Sigma DS2 - £995.0 + VAT
The Entrust Sigma DS2 is known for its robust security features and superior print quality, making it suitable for organizations with stringent security requirements.
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Key Features:
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Single or dual-sided printing
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Advanced security features, including data encryption and secure boot
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High-resolution printing
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Wireless and Ethernet connectivity
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User-friendly interface with a touchscreen display
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Zebra Technologies ZC100 - £595.00 + VAT
The Zebra Technologies ZC100 is renowned for its simplicity and ease of use, making it perfect for environments where quick and efficient card printing is essential.
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Key Features:
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Single-sided printing
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Sleek and modern design
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Plug-and-play setup
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USB and Ethernet connectivity
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Intuitive operation with a graphical user interface
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Choosing the Right Direct-To-Card Printer
When selecting a direct-to-card printer, consider factors such as print volume, security requirements, connectivity options, and budget. Each of the featured printers offers unique advantages, ensuring that you can find the perfect model to meet your specific needs.
Direct-to-card printers are versatile and efficient solutions for producing high-quality identification cards. Whether you're looking for a basic model like the Matica MC110 or a more advanced option like the Entrust Sigma DS2, there's a printer to match your organization's requirements.
Why choose Cards-X?
Cards-X (UK) are proud to be the exclusive Value-Added Distributor for Matica products and an Entrust Datacard Gold Solution Provider . This means that we can provide permanent stock, logistic services and technical support to our valued network of resellers across the UK and Ireland.
Here’s a few more reasons why our customers and partners choose us:
• Our low price promise means we can’t be beaten on price.
• We offer free next day deliver for all orders over £250.
• The experienced cards-X team are on hand to provide expert printer advice.
• Our UK warehouse guarantees a swift fulfilment of thousands of products.
• The printer and consumable bundles we offer give you all you need to get printing.
For more information about our Matica card printers please contact our friendly team or find out more about our Xcellence Partner Programme.