Evolis PM2-0001-A Primacy 2 Single-Sided ID Card Printer

Product Description

The Evolis Primacy 2 PM2-0001-A is a high-performance, single-sided ID card printer built for organizations that require fast, reliable, and professional card issuance. Designed for medium to high-volume environments, this direct-to-card printer delivers exceptional print quality, industry-leading speeds, and advanced security features for modern identification programs.

With the ability to produce vibrant, edge-to-edge cards in seconds, the Primacy 2 is ideal for employee badges, access control cards, student IDs, and membership cards. Its USB and Ethernet connectivity, combined with included card design software, allows for seamless integration into any office or enterprise environment.

Built with scalability in mind, the Primacy 2 can easily be upgraded with encoding, dual-sided printing, and lamination options—making it a long-term solution for growing organizations.

Key Features

• High-speed printing up to 280 cards per hour
• Single-sided, edge-to-edge printing
• 300 dpi high-resolution output with enhanced modes up to 1200 dpi
• USB & Ethernet connectivity standard
• Rewrite technology for reusable cards
• Large capacity input/output hoppers for batch printing
• Advanced security features including data erasing and ribbon masking
• Scalable design with upgrade options (duplex, encoding, lamination)

Technical Specifications

Printing Technology

• Direct-to-card dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
• Rewrite technology (print, erase, and reprint cards)
• Single-sided printing (duplex upgrade available)
• Edge-to-edge (borderless) printing

Print Resolution

• 300 x 300 dpi (standard color)
• 300 x 600 dpi (enhanced color)
• Up to 300 x 1200 dpi (monochrome)

Print Speed

• Up to 280 full-color cards per hour (single-sided)
• High-speed batch printing for medium to large runs

Card Handling

• Input hopper: 100 cards (expandable to 200 optional)
• Output hopper: 100 cards
• Reject tray: 50 cards
• Card format: CR80 (ISO standard)
• Card types: PVC, composite PVC, PET

Connectivity

• USB (standard)
• Ethernet (standard)
• Optional Wi-Fi capability

Memory & Performance

• Internal memory: up to 32 MB
• Optimized color profiles for realistic image output

Software & Compatibility

• Includes IDAll card software
• Evolis Premium Suite (drivers & printer management)
• Compatible with:
  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 8.1" x 9.7" x 15.0"
• Weight: ~9.1 lbs
• Noise level: ~48 dB

Power & Environment

• Power supply: 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Designed for office and enterprise environments

Security & Advanced Features

• Kineclipse® ribbon masking technology (protects sensitive data)
• Automatic data erasing from printer memory
• Mechanical lock system (optional)
• Optional encoding:
  • Magnetic stripe
  • Contact smart card
  • Contactless (RFID/NFC)

Ideal Applications

• Employee ID badges
• Access control credentials
• Government and municipal IDs
• Healthcare staff badges
• Student and campus IDs
• Membership and loyalty cards

What’s Included

• Evolis Primacy 2 PM2-0001-A printer
• USB cable & power supply
• IDAll software
• Printer drivers & utilities
• Cleaning kit
• 3-year manufacturer warranty