Fargo 52010 DTC4250e ID Card Printer with Magnetic Stripe Encoder 

The Fargo 52010 DTC4250e ID Card Printer is a versatile, professional-grade solution designed for organizations that need both high-quality card printing and magnetic stripe encoding in one streamlined system. Ideal for businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, and government agencies, this model allows you to print and encode cards in a single step—saving time while increasing operational efficiency.

Equipped with an ISO magnetic stripe encoder, the 52010 enables you to store and manage data across all three tracks of a card, making it perfect for access control, time & attendance, membership programs, and payment applications.

With its modular design, the Fargo 52010 can be upgraded as your needs evolve, while built-in Ethernet and USB connectivity ensures seamless integration into your existing infrastructure.

Key Benefits

• Print and encode magnetic stripe cards in one step
• Supports high- and low-coercivity magnetic stripe cards
• Stores data across 3 magnetic stripe tracks
• Fast, professional edge-to-edge printing
• Network-ready with Ethernet and USB connectivity
• Modular design for future upgrades (dual-sided, smart encoding, etc.)
• Backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty

Ideal Applications

• Employee ID badges with mag stripe access
• Time & attendance tracking cards
• Membership and loyalty cards
• Payment-enabled cards
• Visitor management systems

Fargo 52010 DTC4250e Specifications

Printing

• Print Method: Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
• Resolution: 300 dpi
• Print Capability: Single-sided
• Print Type: Edge-to-edge (direct-to-card)

Print Speed

• Full Color (YMCKO): ~16 seconds per card
• Monochrome: ~6 seconds per card

Card Compatibility

• Card Sizes: CR-80, CR-79
• Card Thickness: 9–40 mil
• Card Types: PVC, composite, polyester

Card Handling

• Input Hopper: 100 cards
• Output Hopper: 100 cards
• Reject Hopper: 100 cards (same-side input/output configuration)

Connectivity

• USB 2.0
• Ethernet (optional/internal depending on configuration)

Encoding (Included – Key Feature)

• Integrated ISO magnetic stripe encoder
• Supports:
  • High-coercivity (HiCo)
  • Low-coercivity (LoCo)
• Encodes data on Tracks 1, 2, and 3

System & Compatibility

• Drivers: Windows, Mac, Linux compatible
• Memory: 32 MB RAM

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 9.8" H x 18.1" W x 9.2" D
• Weight: ~9 lbs

Operating Environment

• Temperature: 65°–80°F
• Humidity: 20–80% non-condensing

Warranty

• 3-Year manufacturer warranty