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Product Features
Technical Overview
This ribbon cartridge utilizes dye sublimation print technology to transfer color onto card surfaces through a heat-based process. The YMCKO color configuration enables full-color printing with precise color reproduction, essential for photo IDs and detailed graphics.
The cartridge includes a cleaning roller to maintain printhead performance and prevent debris accumulation. Dye sublimation produces prints that are dry immediately after output, allowing for quick handling and lamination without smudging or drying delays.
Key Product Advantages
The Fargo 045100 ribbon cartridge offers reliable performance and consistent color quality for ID card production. Its design prioritizes operational efficiency and print durability in professional settings.
Color Accuracy
YMCKO color technology ensures accurate color matching and vibrant output for photo IDs and security badges.
- Full-color printing capability
- Precise color transfer
- Consistent print quality
Operational Efficiency
Dye sublimation technology delivers prints ready for immediate handling, streamlining card issuance workflows.
- No drying time required
- Reduced processing delays
- High-volume compatible
Deployment / Use Cases
This ribbon cartridge is optimized for ID card printing systems in corporate, educational, government, and healthcare environments. It supports secure identification programs that require durable, tamper-resistant credentials.
Typical applications include employee badge issuance, student ID production, visitor pass printing, and membership card creation. The cartridge works with specified HID Fargo printers to deliver professional results for both single-card and batch printing scenarios.
Corporate Security
Produce employee access cards with photo identification and encoded security features for facility access control systems.
Educational Institutions
Create student IDs with color photos and institutional branding for campus identification and service access.
Highlights
- YMCKO color system for full-color ID card printing
- Dye sublimation technology delivers instant-dry, ready-to-handle prints
- 250-image typical yield supports extended operation between changes
- Compatible with HID Fargo DTC400, DTC400e, DTC4000, C30, and C30e printers
- Includes cleaning roller to maintain printhead performance
- Genuine Fargo supply ensures optimal printer compatibility and reliability
- Professional-grade color reproduction for photo IDs and security badges
- Streamlines card issuance workflows with efficient printing technology
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASSA ABLOY |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 045100 |
| Brand Name | Fargo |
| Product Name | Ribbon Cartridge with Cleaning Roller |
| Product Type | Ribbon Cartridge |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Dye Sublimation |
| Print Color | YMCKO |
| Typical Print Yield | 250 Images |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | HID Fargo Printers: DTC400 DTC400e DTC4000 HID Fargo Persona Printers: C30 C30e |
FAQ
What printers are compatible with the Fargo 045100 ribbon cartridge?
This ribbon cartridge is compatible with HID Fargo printers including the DTC400, DTC400e, DTC4000, C30, and C30e models. These printers are designed for ID card production and utilize dye sublimation technology for professional-grade output.
What does YMCKO color mean for printing performance?
YMCKO refers to the color system used in this ribbon cartridge, comprising Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, and Overcoat layers. This configuration enables full-color printing with precise color reproduction, essential for photo IDs and detailed graphics on identification cards.
How many images can I print with this ribbon cartridge?
The Fargo 045100 ribbon cartridge has a typical print yield of 250 images. This yield supports extended operation between cartridge changes, making it suitable for environments with moderate to high ID card printing volumes.
What are the advantages of dye sublimation technology for ID card printing?
Dye sublimation technology uses heat to transfer dye onto card surfaces, creating prints that are dry immediately after output. This eliminates smudging risks and drying delays, allowing for quick handling, lamination, and issuance of finished ID cards.