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Ideal for which professions?
- Retail & Large Distribution: Instant issuance of VIP loyalty cards, gift cards, or click & collect badges directly at the checkout counter.
- Businesses & Corporate Sector: Creation of secure identification badges for staff, management of physical access and time profiles.
- Education & Universities: Mass printing of student cards (PCSU) at the start of the school year, including transportation and dining chips.
- Events & Leisure: Creation of VIP passes, press accreditations, and durable membership cards for trade shows, amusement parks, and clubs.
- Health & Pharmacies: Health professional cards, access badges for restricted areas, and patient tracking cards.
Technical specifications
Printing Module & Performance
| Parameter | Technical Specification |
| Printing technology | Dye sublimation directly on the board / Thermal transfer of resin |
| Rewritable Technology | Management of rewritable/erasable cards (consumables savings) |
| Printing modes | Single or double-sided (depending on option or activation key) |
| Print resolution | Color/Monochrome: 300x300 dpi & 300x600 dpi. Pure Monochrome: 300x1200 dpi |
| Color Speed (YMCKO) | Up to 280 cards / hour (single-sided) |
| Double-Sided Speed (YMCKOK) | Up to 170 cards / hour |
Media Management & Capabilities
- Feeder capacity: 100 cards standard (0.76 mm) – Expandable to 200 cards.
- Hopper capacity: 100 cards output.
- Accepted media types: PVC cards, PVC composites, PET, ABS, and rewritable surfaces.
Ergonomics, Interfaces & Security
- User Interface: LED panel with visual alerts or LCD touchscreen with dynamic QR code display for technical support.
- Native connectivity: USB (cable included) and Ethernet TCP-IP.
- Optional connectivity: Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g.
- Physical Security: Mechanical key lock (access for cards and ribbons), slot for Kensington lock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about this product.
Yes. The Primacy 2 is available in a native double-sided version, but if you purchase a single-sided version, you can easily activate the duplex function later with a software activation key (on-site upgrade).
This technology allows you to print, erase, and reprint up to 500 times on the same card (special rewritable cards). It is the ideal and eco-friendly solution for temporary visitor badges or variable point loyalty cards.
On standard ribbons, the printed text remains visible in negative on the used film. The optional Kineclipse® feature magically masks this confidential information directly on the ribbon after printing, preventing any attempts at data theft or identity fraud.
Absolutely. The Primacy 2 is highly modular. It can integrate (either at the factory or directly on-site) encoders for ISO 7811 magnetic stripes, contact smart chips, or contactless/RFID technologies (Mifare, Desfire, etc.).
The Evolis Primacy 2 printer comes with a 3-year manufacturer's warranty, a testament to the high reliability of its components. Warranty extensions are also available as an option.
Connectivity & Software Compatibility
The Evolis Primacy 2 has been designed to seamlessly integrate into your existing IT ecosystem. Equipped with dual USB and Ethernet connectivity as standard, it can be deployed on a single workstation or in a shared network for multiple users. The Wi-Fi version offers complete installation flexibility on counters where space is limited.
Supported operating systems:
- Windows, macOS, Linux: Simplified and centralized administration thanks to the Evolis Premium Suite software suite, providing a graphical user experience and real-time pop-up notifications.
- Mobility: Ability to send print commands directly from a smartphone or tablet (iOS/Android).
Included software suite:
The printer comes standard with the cardPresso XXS license, the leading software for graphic badge design. It allows you to easily link your card templates to basic databases to automate the editing of your series. For integrators and developers of business applications (ERP, point of sale software, CRM), the Evolis SDK is provided free of charge to natively control the printer from your own code.
Reliability & B2B Productivity
In the world of commerce and industry, any production stoppage is synonymous with financial loss. That’s why the Primacy 2 features a robust industrial design. Its print head is mechanically protected during hood openings to prevent any accidental impact during consumable changes.
The use of official Evolis High Trust® ribbons not only guarantees maximum longevity for the print head but also ensures 100% automated detection and configuration by the machine (integrated authentication RFID chips). Its internal mechanics are calibrated to withstand intensive printing cycles without a drop in speed, ensuring total service continuity even during seasonal activity peaks.