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Compact grey desktop card printer with front card slot and top output tray

HID Global Corporation

HID Global Corporation 050020 Fargo DTC1250e Single Sided Card Printer

SKU CH-HC68-X7DT4 MPN 050020

Single-sided desktop card printer produces full-colour credentials on PVC, polyester or adhesive-backed cards at 300 dpi resolution

  • Memory size32 MB
  • Printing methodDye Sublimation/Thermal Transfer Printer
  • Printing speed6 Second
  • Max monochrome resolution300 dpi
  • Media formatCard Adhesive Backed Card ID Card PVC Card Polyester Card Co
  • Print full-colour cards in just 16 seconds for fast credential issuance
  • Achieve sharp 300 dpi resolution for clear text and detailed photo IDs
  • Handles PVC, polyester, adhesive-backed and continuous-form cards for versatile media support
  • Connect via Ethernet or USB for straightforward PC integration
  • Compact desktop footprint fits easily into small office or school environments

Compact desktop card printer for small organisations

The Fargo DTC1250e is a single-sided dye sublimation and thermal transfer printer designed for small businesses, schools and local government offices. It produces full-colour credentials at a maximum resolution of 300 dpi with a colour print speed of 16 seconds per card. The 32 MB memory handles print jobs efficiently for typical desktop workloads.

Verify media and connectivity before ordering

Confirm that your card stock matches the supported media types: standard cards, adhesive-backed cards, ID cards, PVC cards, polyester cards and continuous form. The printer connects via USB or Ethernet and requires an AC power supply; check that your PC platform and network infrastructure provide the appropriate ports and cabling.

Optional encoder and Wi-Fi expand functionality

An embedded iCLASS SE encoder can be added to create secure, personalised membership and loyalty photo IDs in one step. An optional Wi-Fi accessory enables wireless printing for flexible placement. Both upgrades are separate purchases and are not included with the base unit.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in ID Card & Photo Printers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,419.99
Pricier than about 83% of the 71 comparable items (median $601.99).
Memory size 32 MB
Typical for this category: the median of 15 items is 0.03 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFargo
Performance
Printing speed6 Second
Max monochrome resolution300 dpi
Memory
Memory size32 MB
Size & build
Shipping weight6.80 kg
Package size559 × 406 × 305 mm
More details
Printing methodDye Sublimation/Thermal Transfer Printer
Media formatCard Adhesive Backed Card ID Card PVC Card Polyester Card Continuous Form

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the DTC1250e and what must I buy separately?

The printer ships as a desktop unit with USB and Ethernet connections, ready for single-sided colour printing. Consumables such as ribbon cartridges and blank PVC or polyester cards are sold separately.

How do I decide between the single-sided model and other versions?

The 050020 prints one side of each card in 16 seconds for full colour. If you need dual-sided output or an embedded iCLASS SE encoder, those are separate configurations not included in this model.

What does the 300 dpi resolution mean for my printed ID cards?

At 300 dpi the printer produces sharp photo IDs, crisp barcodes, and legible micro-text on standard PVC or polyester cards, suitable for access control and loyalty programmes.

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