Zebra ZC100 Card Printer

The Zebra ZC100 Card Printer is one of the best entry-level single-sided and budget ID card printers on the market. This single-sided ID card printer is simple to use and its slim design means it can fit almost anywhere! The Zebra ZC100 ID card printer is ideal for employee ID, membership cards and event guest cards.


What are the benefits of the Zebra ZC100?

The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer is designed to meet the needs of businesses and organisations that require reliable and high-quality card printing. Here are the main benefits and features that make the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer an excellent choice:

Key Features:

  • Compact and Sleek Design: The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer has a modern, space-saving design that fits seamlessly into any office environment.
  • User-Friendly Interface: With its intuitive interface, the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer is easy to set up and operate, reducing the learning curve for new users.
  • High-Quality Printing: This printer delivers sharp, vibrant images and text, ensuring that every card produced is professional and easy to read.
  • Versatile Card Handling: The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer supports a variety of card types, including PVC and composite cards, and offers single-sided printing.
  • Enhanced Security: Built-in security features help protect sensitive information, making the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer ideal for printing secure ID badges and access cards.

Benefits:

  • Reliability: The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer is known for its dependable performance, ensuring that you can print cards consistently without interruptions.
  • Efficiency: With its fast printing speeds and easy-to-use design, the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer helps streamline your card printing process, saving you time and effort.
  • Professional Quality: The high-resolution printing capabilities of the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer ensure that every card looks professional, enhancing the overall image of your organization.
  • Flexibility: Whether you need to print employee ID cards, membership cards, or access cards, the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer can handle a wide range of printing needs.

Choosing the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer means investing in a reliable, efficient, and high-quality card printing solution that meets the demands of modern businesses. Experience the benefits of the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer and elevate your card printing capabilities.

Can I encode ID cards using the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer? 

The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer comes with a range of basic encoding options. This also includes a ‘swipe-and-go’ magnetic stripe.

What resolution is the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer? 

The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer is a 300dpi full colour ID card printer with single side print. This ID printer is a Direct-to-card ID card printer and prints edge-to-edge. To learn more about this take a look at our product guide.

What connectivity does the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer have? 

The Zebra ZC100 comes with USB 2.0 connectivity as standard, however, you can upgrade to ethernet or Wi-Fi if you require greater flexibility.

What size card does the Zebra ZC100 ID Caard Printer Print? 

The Zebra ZC100 is a CR80 ID card printer. Often referred to as the ‘credit card sized’ ID card, this is the most common ID card used and often the preferred choice for membership cards, employee ID and loyalty cards. For more information about ID Card Sizes take a look at our size guide.

What is the print spead of the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer?

The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer has impressive printing speeds. It can print full-color, single-sided cards in 24 seconds and monochrome cards in just 6 seconds

This makes it a highly efficient choice for businesses needing quick and reliable card printing.

Can I print dual sided on the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer?

The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer does not support dual-sided printing. It is designed for single-sided card printing only.

If you need dual-sided printing capabilities, you might want to consider the Zebra ZC300 ID Card Printer, which offers more advanced features including dual-sided printing

Security Features Comparison: Zebra ZC100 vs. ZC350

Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer:

The Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer offers several security features to ensure the protection of sensitive information and prevent unauthorized use:

  • Printer-to-Host Authentication: Ensures the printer only communicates with authorized applications and devices
  • AES Data Encryption: Government-grade encryption protects sensitive data during the printing process
  • Printer Cover Lock: Prevents theft of card stock, making it safe to install the printer in public-facing areas
  • Secure Card Output: Option to send completed cards to a secure bin within the printer

Zebra ZC350 ID Card Printer:

The Zebra ZC350 ID Card Printer includes advanced security features, along with additional options for enhanced security:

  • Printer-to-Host Authentication: Similar to the ZC100, it ensures communication only with authorized applications and devices.
  • AES Data Encryption: Protects sensitive data during printing.
  • Printer Cover Lock: Secures all media, card stock, ribbons, and printed cards.
  • Security Ribbons: Offers long-life ribbons that add a highly durable protective layer to cards, lasting three to five years. These ribbons can embed watermarks visible only when the card is tilted at an angle or under UV light, enhancing security.

The Zebra ZC350 provides additional security through its specialized security ribbons, which offer unique features like color-shifting graphics and watermarks, making it a more robust option for organizations with higher security requirements.

Is there anything else you'd like to know about the Zebra ZC100 ID Card Printer?

Still unsure? Have a read of our Top 20 ID Card Printers 2024 to help guide you to the best printer for your requirement, or call us on 0333 011 9992 and we'll talk you through the process.

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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.
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  • 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.

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