What is a direct to card printer?
A direct-to-card (DTC or dye sublimation) printer prints ink directly onto a card's surface. This kind of printer uses dye film which feeds in between two spools in the printer and, when it comes into contact with the thermal printhead, the card design will be printed onto the card. In Fargo printers, "direct-to-card" refers to a printing technology where the image is directly transferred onto the surface of the card using a ribbon. This is the most common and affordable type of ID card printing. Here's a breakdown of direct-to-card printing in Fargo printers: How it works: Ribbon: A special ribbon containing dye or resin is used. Printhead: The printhead heats the ribbon, causing the dye or resin to transfer onto the card. Image formation: The heated dye or resin forms the desired image on the card surface. Advantages: Cost-effective: Direct-to-card printers are generally more affordable than other printing technologies like retransfer. Simple operation: Th...
