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White desktop card printer with front card slot and dual hoppers

HID Global Corporation

HID Global Corporation DTC4500E card printer 16 sec 300 dpi 32 MB

SKU CH-W05H-54B5Y MPN DTC4500E

Dual-sided card printer produces colour IDs on PVC, polyester and adhesive-backed stock at 16 seconds per card with 300 dpi resolution and 32 MB memory

  • Memory size32 MB
  • Printing methodDye Sublimation/Thermal Transfer Printer
  • Printer categoryDual-side
  • Printing speed6 Second
  • Max monochrome resolution300 dpi
  • Media formatAdhesive Backed Card PVC Card Polyester Card Optical Media C
  • Professional full-colour credentials at 16 seconds per card
  • 300 dpi resolution delivers sharp text and images
  • Dual-side printing doubles output without manual flipping
  • 32 MB onboard memory handles complex print jobs
  • Locking dual hoppers secure different card stocks simultaneously

Desktop card printer for medium-to-large

The Fargo DTC4500E is a dual-side dye-sublimation and thermal-transfer printer that produces full-colour credentials at 300 dpi. It accepts PVC, polyester, adhesive-backed and optical-media cards with automatic feeding. Ethernet and USB connectivity support both PC and Mac platforms, making it suitable for schools, government agencies and enterprises that need reliable, high-volume issuance.

Upgrade from single-side or slower desktop units

Moving to this model adds simultaneous dual-side printing and a 16-second colour cycle, cutting queue time for batches that require data on both faces. The 32 MB onboard memory buffers larger print jobs without host delays. Organisations still using single-side printers or devices without locking hoppers gain the security of segregated card stocks and optional UV or holographic overlaminates for tamper resistance.

Fits standard office desks with AC power

The desktop form factor sits on a typical work surface and draws power from a standard AC supply, so no special electrical work is required. Dual locking hoppers let operators load two different card types and switch between them without opening the printer. Ethernet integration places the unit on the existing network, freeing USB ports on the host PC for other peripherals.

How it compares

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

Price $700.99
Pricier than about 60% 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
Product lineDTC4000
Printer categoryDual-side
Performance
Printing speed6 Second
Max monochrome resolution300 dpi
Memory
Memory size32 MB
More details
Printing methodDye Sublimation/Thermal Transfer Printer
Media formatAdhesive Backed Card PVC Card Polyester Card Optical Media Card

Questions about this item

What desktop clearance does the DTC4500E need for the dual-card hoppers to open?

The printer is a desktop form factor with locking dual-card hoppers that require enough overhead space to lift the hopper lids and load PVC, polyester, adhesive-backed or optical-media cards.

How do I connect the DTC4500E to a PC or Mac for the first print job?

Connect the supplied AC power, then link the printer via USB or Ethernet; install the Fargo driver on the PC or Mac, select the 300 dpi resolution and dual-side mode, and send a test card through the auto-feed path.

Which consumables must be replaced to keep the DTC4500E printing at 16-second colour speed?

Replace the dye-sublimation/thermal-transfer ribbon and the cleaning roller when the printer signals end-of-life; the 32 MB onboard memory holds the job queue so printing continues while you swap supplies.

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