Description
The IDP SMART-51D 651399 is a professional dual-sided direct-to-card ID card printer built for organizations that need dependable, high-quality employee badges, access control credentials, student IDs, membership cards and other personalized plastic cards. It prints standard CR80 cards edge-to-edge, combines fast full-color output with a durable metal-frame design, and automatically flips cards for coordinated front-and-back printing. This configuration includes USB connectivity for direct connection to a workstation.
The SMART-51D uses dye-sublimation and resin thermal-transfer technology to produce sharp photographs, logos, text, barcodes and other cardholder information. Its automatic duplex mechanism prints both sides without requiring the operator to manually reinsert the card, helping streamline everyday badge issuance.
Color and monochrome printing are produced at 300 dpi, while supported monochrome modes can reach higher effective resolutions for detailed text and line work.
- Automatic dual-sided / duplex printing
- Direct-to-card dye-sublimation and resin thermal-transfer printing
- CR80 edge-to-edge printing
- 300 dpi color and monochrome output
- Up to 200-card automatic input hopper
- Supports approximately 15–40 mil card thicknesses
- Compatible with PVC, PVC/PET composite and glossy printable cards
- Two-line LCD for printer status and operation
- Rugged metal-frame construction for improved stability
- USB connectivity
The SMART-51D is designed for routine business badge production, with rated speeds of up to approximately 212 cards per hour using YMCKO, 164 cards per hour using YMCKOK, and up to 720 cards per hour in monochrome. Actual throughput varies with card design, ribbon type, encoding and computer processing time.
- Employee photo ID badges
- Access control credentials
- Student and faculty IDs
- Healthcare identification badges
- Membership and loyalty cards
- Visitor and contractor credentials
- Government and municipal IDs
- Corporate badge issuance programs
The printer accepts standard CR80 / ISO ID-1 cards in common PVC and composite constructions. Compatible ribbon choices include YMCKO for full-color single-side work, YMCKOK for color-front/black-back applications, monochrome ribbons and other supported specialty ribbons. Selecting the correct ribbon depends on the card design and whether color is required on one or both sides.
| Manufacturer | IDP |
| Part Number | 651399 |
| Print Technology | Direct-to-Card Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer |
| Printing | Automatic Dual-Sided / Duplex |
| Card Size | CR80 / ISO ID-1 |
| Resolution | 300 dpi Color & Monochrome; Higher-Resolution Monochrome Modes Supported |
| Input Hopper | Up to 200 Cards |
| Card Thickness | Approx. 15–40 mil (0.38–1.0 mm) |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Magnetic Stripe Encoder | Not included in this configuration |
| Package Type | Printer Only |
SMART-51D printers are available in multiple connectivity, encoding and bundle configurations. This listing is specifically for IDP part number 651399. Verify the part number and included options before ordering, especially when Ethernet networking, magnetic stripe encoding, camera hardware or bundled supplies are required.
While we strive to provide accurate imagery, product photos may not reflect the exact model or configuration offered. Please refer to the product description and part number for details, or contact us for assistance before ordering.
