Dascom DC-2300 Single Sided Card Printer

Dascom DC-2300 Single Sided Card Printer

Dascom DC-2300 Single Sided Card Printer

Dascom
Item#: 28.883.6183
Manufacturer: Dascom
Retail Price: $1,499.00
Sale Price: $1,125.00 ( Save: $374.00 )

Highlights

  • High-resolution printing with up to 300 x 1200 dpi for sharp and vibrant cards.
  • Fast print speeds, producing up to 180 full-color cards per hour or 450 monochrome cards per hour.
  • Flexible encoding options, including magnetic stripe and smart card (contact and contactless) modules.
  • Compact, modular design
  • 3-year warranty on both the printer and printhead for dependable performance.

What's Included

  • Dascom DC-2300 Single-Sided Printer
  • 300-image YMCKO ribbon
  • 100 blank PVC cards (30 mil)
  • USB cable
  • US/international power cords
  • Cleaning kit (cleaning card and roller)
  • DASCOM CardEditor software
  • 3-year warranty

Dascom DC-2300 Single Sided Card Printer Description

Exceptional Print Quality

The DASCOM DC-2300 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, while monochrome printing reaches speeds of up to 450 cards per hour. With these swift print speeds, you’ll spend less time waiting and more time focusing on your core tasks.

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. (Not compatible with macOS or Linux.) 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 limited warranty, ensuring reliable 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

Dascom DC-2300 Single Sided Card Printer Specifications

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
  • 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)
  • Monochrome (K): Up to 450 cards per hour, depending on settings

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.): 13.85" W x 7.83" H x 8.26" D / 352 mm W x 199 mm H x 210 mm D

Weight: ~6 kg / 13.2 lbs (printer only)

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

Card Printer Supplies

Warranty

The Dascom DC-2300 Single Sided Card Printer features a 3-year warranty on printer and printhead.

Protect your investment with our extended warranty plans.

To order an extended warranty please call 800-897-7024 Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am to 5pm

All our extended warranty plans include:

  • Toll-free technical support

    Call 800-897-7024 Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am to 5pm or chat with us.

  • Parts and labor

    All parts and labor are included. Printheads are not covered after the first year.

  • Optional printer loaner

    We will send you a loaner while we service your printer so you can keep printing your badges.

  • Questions? Call us today at 800-897-7024 to speak with an ID expert.


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