ID Card Printers at Wholesale Prices
Fargo, Zebra, Magicard, Evolis, and Entrust printers with volume discounts. Plus ribbons, laminates, and supplies to keep you printing.
The ID Axis is your wholesale source for ID card printers from the top manufacturers. Whether you need a single-sided printer for basic employee badges or a retransfer printer with lamination for high-security credentials, we’ll help you find the right card printer at the right price.
We don’t just sell printers – we’re here to help you choose the right solution for your volume, security requirements, and budget. And when you need ribbons and supplies down the road, we’ve got you covered with the same wholesale pricing.
ID Card Printer Brands We Carry
Fargo (HID)
DTC1250e, DTC4250e, DTC4500e, HDP5000, HDP6600. Direct-to-card and retransfer options for every need.
Zebra
ZC100, ZC300, ZC350, ZXP Series 7. Reliable printers with excellent driver support.
Magicard
Magicard 300, Magicard 600, Pronto100. Great value with HoloKote watermark security.
Evolis
Primacy 2, Zenius, Avansia. European quality with flexible encoding options.
Entrust (Datacard)
Sigma DS1, DS2, DS3. Enterprise-grade printers for high-volume environments.
Choosing the Right ID Card Printer
Direct-to-Card (DTC) Printers
Most affordable option. Prints directly onto PVC cards. Great for employee badges, membership cards, and student IDs. Examples: Fargo DTC1250e, Magicard 300, Zebra ZC300.
Retransfer Printers
Higher quality, edge-to-edge printing. Prints onto a film that transfers to the card. Better for smart cards and technology cards. Examples: Fargo HDP5000, Evolis Avansia.
Printers with Lamination
Adds a protective overlay for durability and security. Essential for high-security credentials, driver’s licenses, and cards with heavy daily use. Examples: Fargo DTC4500e with lamination, HDP5000 with lamination module.
Encoding Options
Most ID card printers can be configured with built-in encoding for:
- Magnetic Stripe – For time clocks, cafeteria systems, library cards
- Proximity (125kHz) – For HID-compatible access control
- Smart Card (Contact) – For PKI, logical access, stored value
- Contactless (13.56MHz) – For iCLASS, MIFARE, DESFire credentials
Not sure what encoding you need? Tell us about your access control system and we’ll help you match the right printer configuration.
Printer Ribbons & Supplies
We stock ribbons, cleaning kits, and laminates for all the printers we sell:
- YMCKO color ribbons (full color + black + overlay)
- YMCKOK ribbons for dual-sided printing
- Monochrome ribbons (black, white, metallic)
- Retransfer films
- Holographic and clear laminates
- Cleaning cards and rollers
Browse our full ribbon and supplies catalog →
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best ID card printer for a small office?
For low-volume printing (under 500 cards/year), we typically recommend the Magicard 300 or Fargo DTC1250e. Both are reliable, affordable, and easy to use. Contact us with your requirements and we’ll give you a specific recommendation.
Do you offer printer training or support?
All printers come with manufacturer documentation and support. We’re also available to help with setup questions and troubleshooting.
Can I trade in my old printer?
We don’t currently offer trade-ins, but we can help you find the best value when upgrading to a new printer.
Need Help Choosing an ID Card Printer?
Tell us about your printing volume, card type, and encoding needs. We’ll recommend the right printer and give you wholesale pricing.
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