The Zebra ZC350 printer uses dye-sublimation and thermal transfer together in one process, not as separate options. Colour panels on the ribbon transfer dye directly onto the card, while a resin layer on the same ribbon uses heat to apply sharp black text and fine detail, such as barcodes, on top. Together, they produce full-colour ID cards with genuinely crisp, professional print quality.
The single-sided ZC350 prints up to 150 full-colour cards an hour, while the dual-sided ZC350 prints up to 225 full-colour cards an hour, since both sides print in the same pass rather than needing the card run through twice. Input and output hoppers hold 100 cards each, so a full batch can run without needing to be topped up partway through.
Ethernet and USB connectivity come as standard, so the ZC350 can sit on a shared network from day one rather than needing a workaround to connect it. It prints edge-to-edge on standard CR80 cards, in PVC or composite PVC, so a design fills the whole card rather than sitting inside a visible border, which adds to the quality of your card production.
Encoding options cover magnetic stripe and contactless MIFARE, both available as field upgrades, so the ZC350 can produce a straightforward photo ID today and grow into an access control credential later without needing to be replaced. The card feeder instantly adjusts to the thickness of each card loaded, removing the need to recalibrate manually between batches, and the driver shows a design preview on screen before it prints, cutting out the cost and hassle of running physical test cards just to check alignment.
Printer-to-host authentication stops unauthorised devices or applications sending print jobs to it in the first place. AES encryption protects sensitive data as it's sent to the printer, such as account numbers, personal details and anything a business can't afford to have intercepted. And the printer cover itself locks, protecting the card stock and any rejected cards inside from theft, which is vital if the printer's sitting in a public-facing space rather than a back office.
This Zebra printer is one of the best in its class. It's packed full of security features and attention to detail that make card printing easy and high-quality, like how simple it is to change printer ribbons, for example. Whether you've never used a card printer before or you're a seasoned professional, this card printer can make identification processing far more efficient.
To ensure your ID cards can work alongside your existing access control system, the ZC350 ID card printer offers optional encoding units for magnetic stripe, contactless, and contact cards.
Encode your magnetic stripe cards with ease. Allows for programming of both HiCo and LoCo Mag ISO technology, featuring a 3-track encoder.
Add access control capabilities for your cards with this dual contact/contactless encoder. Ideal for technologies like MIFARE and HID iCLASS®.
Having genuine Zebra ribbons is a must with the ZC350, allowing you to produce perfect designs every time. From monochrome, full-colour and specialist, simply choose which best suits your needs.
We supply a range of plastic cards (ISO 7810 format, Type ID1, CR-80 size) that are perfect for use with the Primacy 2. Choose from our broad range of cards to suit your needs. From standard blank ID cards to encoded cards, we have everything in stock and ready to ship with your printer.
Please note: We strongly recommend that you use high-quality ID cards with this printer for the best results.
It is important to keep your printers in the best condition, therefore we recommend maintenance kits to prolong its lifespan – the ideal solution for helping you become more cost-effective with your printing process.
