Fargo 52008 DTC4250e ID Card Printer with Contactless Encoder 

The Fargo 52008 DTC4250e ID Card Printer is a powerful, all-in-one solution designed for organizations that need both high-quality ID card printing and secure credential encoding. Built for businesses, schools, healthcare systems, and government agencies, this model includes an integrated contactless encoder—allowing you to print and program access control cards in a single, seamless process.

With support for technologies like HID Prox, iCLASS, MIFARE, and DESFire, the 52008 is ideal for environments where security and efficiency are critical. Its modular design allows for future upgrades, while built-in Ethernet connectivity ensures easy deployment across your network.

This is the go-to model when you’re not just printing badges—you’re issuing secure credentials tied directly into your access control system.

Key Benefits

• Print and encode cards in one step (no separate encoder needed)
• Supports HID Prox, iCLASS, MIFARE, DESFire technologies
• Fast, professional-quality ID card printing
• Network-ready with Ethernet and USB connectivity
• Scalable design for future upgrades
• Enhanced security with password protection and data encoding
• Backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty

Ideal Applications

• Access control cards (HID 26-bit, smart cards, etc.)
• Employee ID badges with embedded credentials
• Government and secure facility credentials
• Healthcare staff badges
• School and university ID systems

Fargo 52008 DTC4250e Specifications

Printing

• Print Method: Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
• Resolution: 300 dpi
• Print Capability: Single-sided
• Color Capability: Full color & monochrome

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: Up to 100 cards

Connectivity

• USB 2.0
• Ethernet (internal print server)

Encoding (Included – Key Feature)

• Integrated contactless encoder
• Supports:
  • HID Prox (125 kHz)
  • iCLASS
  • MIFARE / DESFire
• Multi-frequency read/write capability (125 kHz & 13.56 MHz)

Security Features

• Password-protected printer access
• Secure data encoding during card issuance

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