HID Fargo HDP5000e Card Printer DUO USB ETH

The HID Fargo HDP5000e is a high-performance dual-sided card printer engineered for organizations that demand exceptional print quality and reliability. Its High Definition Printing (HDP) technology delivers vibrant, edge-to-edge colour by retransferring images onto cards, producing durable, tamper-resistant credentials ideal for ID badges, access cards, and loyalty programs.

Advantages

HDP retransfer printing ensures true over-the-edge coverage with no white borders, even on uneven card surfaces like proximity or smart cards. The dual-sided printing capability allows simultaneous front and back personalization, doubling throughput and reducing operator intervention. With a 100-card input hopper and 200-card output hopper, the HDP5000e supports unattended batch printing. Its SmartScreen LCD display provides intuitive status monitoring and menu navigation, while USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity enable flexible deployment in standalone or networked environments.

Suitable for

• Corporate ID badge issuance for medium to large enterprises
• Government and municipal credential programs
• Educational institutions producing student and staff cards
• Healthcare facilities requiring durable, high-security cards
• Retail and hospitality loyalty and membership card production

Key specifications

• Print technology: High Definition Printing (HDP) dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
• Print mode: Dual-sided (duplex) with retransfer capability
• Resolution: 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm)
• Speed: Up to 116 cards per hour (YMCK, dual-sided)
• Card types: PVC, PET, ABS, PETG, proximity, smart, magnetic stripe
• Card size: CR-80 (85.6 mm x 54 mm); thickness 0.762–1.27 mm
• Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
• Memory: 16 MB RAM
• Display: SmartScreen LCD
• Warranty: 3-year printer and printhead

Recommendations

For maximum card durability and security, pair the HDP5000e with optional lamination and encoding modules. Use genuine HID Fargo ribbons and retransfer films to maintain print quality and extend printhead life. Position the printer in a clean, low-dust environment and perform regular cleaning as recommended.