Did you know that the Fargo HDP5600 retransfer printer is available in both 300 DPI and 600 DPI (Dots Per Inch)? If you’re wondering what the difference is, keep reading!
Direct-to-card printers – or “dye sublimation printers” as they are called – offer standard 300 DPI printing. Many retransfer printers (referred to as “reverse transfer” printers) also offer a standard 300 DPI print style.
But when comparing the level of image and text quality, you’ll easily notice that the 300 DPI retransfer printer produces sharper and more defined text and images with a higher level of quality than the direct-to-card models.
Enter the HDP5600’s superior 600 DPI print style. You’ll instantly notice an elevated level of quality in both image and text detail. Images are more brilliant and more defined, with crisp detail.
The HDP5600’s built-in Color Assist™ Tool aids in matching up to over 16 million colors, allowing for more effective spot color matching. This is especially crucial for customers who have strict brand guidelines for brand asset and intellectual property usage (e.g., logos or brandmarks). In addition, this printer can replicate extremely intricate barcodes, micro text, and complex characters with exceptional precision and finite detail.
Both the 300 DPI and the 600 DPI models use the same printer supplies like cleaning kits and ribbons. The only difference are the printheads. The important thing to remember is that you’ll need to decide which DPI option you’d like when you buy your new Fargo HDP5600. This is because you won’t be able to field upgrade from a 300 DPI printer to a 600 DPI printer.
Full-feature Printer
Unlike the HDP5000 or HDP8500, the HDP5600 offers an array of differentiators not available with other HDP printers on the market:
- 600 dpi option – available for both single-sided and dual-sided printer models
- High Durable film – unlike standard retransfer film, High Durable film gives users up to three times the durability with a 1,000 abrasion threshold versus the standard 300 abrasion threshold
- optional dual input hopper – accelerates the batch printing process, keeps cards clean and contamination-free, and ensures the finest possible print quality
Backward-Compatible Supplies
As an added benefit to Fargo printer owners, the HDP5600 ribbons and films are backward compatible. This means that you can use the HDP5600 supplies on earlier HDP models without needing any special modifications or additional software to use. Standard color and monochrome ribbon formats are compatible with this printer, including ribbons with increased security panels (e.g., UV fluorescent dye).
More Memory = Improved Productivity
With an added 64 MB memory, the HDP5600 offers not only faster card production but also enhanced resolution for exceptional, secure, and professional-looking credentials in less time.
For more information on the Fargo HDP5600 retransfer ID card printer, call an ID Professional today at (800) 321-4405. We're always glad to help!