IDP SMART-51 Simplex ID Card Printer Kit

The IDP SMART-51 Simplex ID Card Printer Kit is a professional-grade ID card issuance solution designed for organizations that require high-quality single-sided badge printing in a compact and dependable package. Built around the SMART-51S platform from IDP Americas, this kit is ideal for businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, membership organizations, and government offices producing employee IDs, student badges, visitor credentials, loyalty cards, and secure access cards. The SMART-51 series is engineered for mid- to high-volume printing environments where durability, speed, and print quality are essential.

At the center of the kit is the SMART-51 Simplex direct-to-card printer, which uses dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer technology to produce vibrant, edge-to-edge credentials at 300 dpi color resolution, with monochrome printing support up to 1200 dpi. The SMART-51 platform incorporates IDP’s FINE™ imaging technology to deliver sharp text, detailed graphics, and enhanced image quality while supporting print speeds of up to 212 full-color cards per hour.

As a complete printer kit, this package is designed to help organizations quickly deploy a professional ID card issuance system with essential startup supplies included. Depending on the selected kit configuration, the package may include a YMCKO ribbon, blank PVC cards, cleaning supplies, ID software, USB connectivity, Ethernet options, and additional accessories required for complete card issuance workflows. Some configurations may also include magnetic stripe encoding, smart card encoding, or upgraded software packages.

The SMART-51 platform is built with a rugged metal frame construction designed for long-term durability in demanding issuance environments. The printer supports advanced security features including customizable UV printing, optional physical locking mechanisms, and optional keyed consumables for enhanced credential protection. It also supports flexible encoding options for organizations using magnetic stripe, contact smart card, or contactless RFID technologies. Optional lamination upgrades are available on select SMART-51 configurations for organizations requiring additional card durability and security.

Community feedback frequently highlights the SMART-51 series as a dependable long-term solution for organizations with ongoing card issuance needs, with some users referring to it as an “absolute workhorse” in higher-volume environments.

Printer Options & Configuration Details

• Encoding Options: Magnetic stripe encoding, contact smart card encoding, contactless smart card encoding, MIFARE®, DESFire®, iCLASS®, and Prox encoding options are available depending on the selected printer configuration.
• Lamination: Optional inline lamination upgrades are available on select SMART-51 configurations for enhanced card durability and security.
• Modularity & Upgrade Path: The SMART-51 platform supports modular upgrades including duplex printing, Ethernet connectivity, encoding modules, laminating modules, rear stackers, and security enhancements depending on the selected model.
• Connectivity & System Integration: USB connectivity is standard, with optional Ethernet, SNMPv3, and Wi-Fi connectivity available depending on the selected kit configuration.

The IDP SMART-51 Simplex Kit is an excellent solution for organizations seeking a scalable and professional ID card system with advanced print quality, flexible security features, and bundled starter supplies for streamlined deployment.

Actual items included vary based on the selected bundle, system, or package configuration.

Also available under manufacturer part numbers: 651398K, 651404K

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