Dascom DC-2300 Dual Sided Card Printer

Exceptional Print Quality

The DASCOM DC-2300 dual sided ID card printer is a direct-to-card (DTC) printer that delivers sharp text, vibrant full-color images, and crisp monochrome prints—all in a compact, desktop-friendly design. With a resolution of up to 300 x 1200 dpi, it ensures your employee badges, membership cards, and security passes are sharp and professional.

Versatile and User-Friendly

Engineered for ease of use, the DC-2300 includes a front-loading card hopper and an intuitive ribbon cartridge system. Users can swap out ribbons quickly with minimal downtime, and the straightforward printer driver interface provides step-by-step guidance for setup and operation. Whether it’s your first time printing an ID badge or you’re a seasoned card-printing pro, you’ll appreciate how simple it is to get started.

Stunning Print Speeds

When you need to produce cards on demand, the DC-2300 won’t keep you waiting. In full-color (YMCKO) mode, you can print up to 180 cards per hour, and dual-sided YMCKOK printing achieves up to 90 cards per hour. Monochrome printing remains the fastest, with speeds of up to 450 cards per hour.

Ready to Operate on Any System

To ensure a smooth workflow, the DC-2300 supports modern Windows® operating systems—including Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10, and 11. Simply install the official drivers from DASCOM, connect via USB or Ethernet, and start printing. This flexibility allows you to easily integrate the printer into a wide variety of IT environments.

Secure, Flexible, and Streamlined

For added security, the DC-2300 offers optional magnetic stripe and smart card encoding modules (depending on configuration). This means you can add an extra layer of protection and functionality to your cards, ideal for access control or payment applications. Additionally, the compact footprint makes the DC-2300 easy to place in offices, schools, or retail settings where space is at a premium.

Warranty

The DASCOM DC-2300 includes a 3-year warranty on the printer and printhead, ensuring dependable performance and peace of mind.

Applications Perfect for the DC-2300

• Employee ID cards
• Membership or loyalty cards
• Student ID and library cards
• Access control badges
• Visitor or contractor passes

Available Options

• Magnetic stripe encoding module
• Smart card encoding (contact or contactless)
• Optional half-panel color ribbons for cost savings
• Cleaning kits for routine maintenance

Print Method: Direct-to-card (DTC) dye sublimation / resin thermal transfer

Resolution: 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm), with options for enhanced resolution of 300 x 600 dpi and 300 x 1200 dpi

Colors: Up to 16.7 million for full-color printing, sharp monochrome output

Print Ribbon Options:

• YMCKO (Full-color with overlay) ribbon
• YMCKOK (Full-color dual-sided with overlay and black)
• Monochrome (Black, metallic, or specialty) ribbons
• Optional half-panel ribbons for cost-effective color printing

Print Speed:

• Full-color (YMCKO): Up to 180 cards per hour (approx. 20 seconds per card)
• Dual-sided full-color (YMCKOK): Up to 90 cards per hour (approx. 40 seconds per card)
• Monochrome (K): Up to 450 cards per hour

Accepted Standard Card Sizes:

• CR80 (3.375" L x 2.125" W / 85.6 mm L x 53.98 mm W)

Print Area: Edge-to-edge on CR80 format

Accepted Card Thickness: 0.5 – 1.25 mm (20 – 50 mil), depending on media

Accepted Card Types: PVC, composite PVC/PET, and other ISO ID-1 cards with a glossy surface

Input Hopper Card Capacity: Up to 100 cards (0.030" / 0.76 mm)

Output Hopper Card Capacity: Up to 100 cards (0.030" / 0.76 mm)

Card Cleaning: Uses a dedicated cleaning roller or cleaning kit to maintain optimal printhead and roller conditions

Memory: 32 MB

Software Drivers: Compatible with Windows® 7, 8/8.1, 10, and 11

Interface:

• USB 2.0 (cable included)
• Ethernet (for network printing)

Operating Temperature: 60° to 86° F / 15° to 30° C (recommended)

Humidity: 20–80% non-condensing

Dimensions (approx.): 15.74" W x 7.83" H x 8.26" D / 400 mm W x 199 mm H x 210 mm D

Weight: 13.2 lbs (6 kg)

Power Supply: 100–240 Vac, 50–60 Hz (auto-switching)

Warranty: 3-year warranty on the printer and printhead

Optional Modules & Accessories:

• Magnetic stripe encoding (ISO 7811)
• Smart card encoding (contact or contactless)
• Cleaning kits for routine maintenance
• Customized security or holographic overlays

Included Software: Standard printer drivers; optional DASCOM CardEditor software for basic design and layout