The Zebra ZC300 is a compact, reliable, and easy-to-use ID card printer designed for businesses, schools, retail, and government institutions. With its sleek design, edge-to-edge printing, and advanced security options, the ZC300 makes card printing simple and professional.
Print Type: Single-sided or dual-sided card printing
Print Technology: Direct-to-Card (DTC) printing
Resolution: 300 dpi for sharp text, graphics, and barcodes
Print Speed:
Full-color: Up to 200 cards/hour
Monochrome: Up to 900 cards/hour
Card Types: PVC, Composite PVC, PET, and magnetic stripe cards
Card Thickness: 10–40 mil
Connectivity: USB 2.0 & Ethernet (optional Wi-Fi)
Security Features: Printer cover lock, secure encoding options
Design: Compact, fits in any workspace
Corporate ID badges
Student and staff cards
Membership and loyalty cards
Access control cards
? Sleek, compact design
? Easy-to-use interface with LED screen
? Fast, high-quality card printing
? Flexible connectivity (USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi)
? Secure card encoding options
The Fargo DTC1500 from HID Global is a high-volume, secure ID card printer designed for organizations that require cost efficiency, durability, and advanced security features. With custom watermarking, password protection, and resin-erase technology, it is ideal for government, healthcare, and corporate environments.
Print Type: Single-sided or dual-sided card printing
Print Technology: Direct-to-Card (DTC) with resin thermal transfer
Resolution: 300 dpi
Print Speed:
Full-color: Up to 225 cards/hour
Monochrome: Up to 1000 cards/hour
Card Types: PVC, Composite, Proximity, Smart Cards, Magnetic stripe cards
Card Thickness: 9–40 mil
Connectivity: USB & Ethernet (standard), optional Wi-Fi
Security Features:
Custom watermark overlay
Password-protected printer
Resin-erase for card reuse
Durability: Heavy-duty design for enterprise environments
Government ID cards
Employee access badges
Healthcare patient/visitor ID cards
Universities & corporate campuses
Large-scale membership programs
? High-volume, durable performance
? Lower cost per card with resin-erase technology
? Custom watermark overlay for anti-counterfeiting
? Secure networking with password protection
? Dual-sided printing option
| Feature | Zebra ZC300 | Fargo DTC1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Target Use | Small/medium businesses, schools | Large enterprises, government, healthcare |
| Print Speed | 200 cards/hr (color), 900 (mono) | 225 cards/hr (color), 1000 (mono) |
| Security | Basic (lock, encoding options) | Advanced (watermark, password, resin-erase) |
| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (opt.) | USB, Ethernet (Wi-Fi opt.) |
| Cost Efficiency | Good for small volumes | Excellent for high-volume, low-cost per card |
| Design | Compact, modern, space-saving | Rugged, enterprise-grade |
? Conclusion
Choose Zebra ZC300 if you need a stylish, compact, and user-friendly card printer for schools, small businesses, or retail.
Choose Fargo DTC1500 if you need a secure, enterprise-grade solution with advanced anti-counterfeiting features and high-volume printing capability.
