HID FARGO · ID card printing · South Africa

FARGO ID Card Printers

Professional badges. Practical security. A complete card solution from CTS.

HID FARGO card printers help organisations produce personalised ID cards and badges on demand. The range spans straightforward direct-to-card printing through to high-definition retransfer systems, with encoding and protective finishing options for different credential requirements.

Card Technology Services (CTS) is an authorised FARGO ID card printer wholesaler in South Africa. We help you select the printer, cards and consumables for your application—whether you are starting a staff badge programme or improving an established issuance operation.

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HID FARGO HDP5000e retransfer ID card printer

Match the technology to your card

FARGO card printing for everyday issuance

A successful ID card programme brings together clear visual identification, a suitable card construction and a practical issuing process. CTS can help you assess print quality, daily volume, connectivity and ongoing consumable costs before choosing your equipment.

Direct-to-card simplicity

The DTC1250e and DTC1500 print directly onto compatible card surfaces. They suit routine staff, student, membership and visitor card personalisation.

Retransfer image quality

The HDP5000e prints an image onto film before transferring it to the card. Consider it where detailed artwork and a consistent finish on suitable technology cards are priorities.

Encoding and protection

Choose compatible magnetic stripe or smart card encoding where required. Protective finishing depends on the printer and configuration; CTS can help define the complete specification.

Explore the HID FARGO card printer range

Choose your FARGO printer

FARGO DTC1250e, DTC1500 and HDP5000e

These three models cover compact everyday printing, flexible direct-to-card issuance and high-definition retransfer personalisation. Share your card design and expected volumes with CTS to find the right fit.

Compact, straightforward badge printing

HID FARGO DTC1250e

The DTC1250e is a practical starting point for smaller businesses, schools and membership organisations. Its compact format supports professional card issuance at a desk or reception point.

Direct-to-card dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer.
300 × 300 dpi standard resolution, with a 300 × 600 dpi optimised mode.
Up to 225 full-colour cards per hour using YMCKO ribbon.
100-card input capacity.

Single- and dual-sided configurations are available, with optional Ethernet and magnetic stripe or contact/contactless smart card encoding. FARGO Workbench provides maintenance and diagnostic tools.

View official DTC1250e specifications

Flexible issuance and security features

HID FARGO DTC1500

The DTC1500 combines direct-to-card printing with high-capacity ribbon options and built-in Ethernet. It is suited to regular card production where running costs and visual security matter.

300 × 300 dpi standard resolution, with 300 × 600 dpi optimised printing.
Up to 225 full-colour cards per hour using YMCKO ribbon.
100-card input and up to 100-card output capacity.
Custom watermark overlay and password-protected operation.

AES-256 encryption and resin scramble help protect cardholder data. Specify the required single- or dual-sided configuration, encoding and any compatible lamination options when requesting a quotation.

View official DTC1500 specifications

High-definition retransfer personalisation

HID FARGO HDP5000e

The HDP5000e offers retransfer printing for organisations seeking a high-quality finish on corporate, campus and other identity credentials. Its modular options let you configure printing, encoding and protection around your card programme.

300 dpi HDP dye-sublimation/resin thermal transfer.
Up to 133 cards per hour using YMCK ribbon with transfer.
Single- or dual-sided configurations.
Optional contact/contactless smart card and magnetic stripe encoding.

Options include single- or dual-sided lamination and alternative input hoppers. CTS can help confirm the appropriate card material, consumables and configuration for your intended result.

View official HDP5000e specifications

Speeds are manufacturer maximum ratings for the stated ribbon and process. Artwork, print mode, encoding and lamination affect actual throughput. Optional features require the appropriate configuration. Confirm the exact equipment, software and consumables with CTS when requesting pricing.

The CTS combination

Preprinted cards + FARGO personalisation

Combine CTS preprinted plastic cards with FARGO desktop printing for a high-quality, cost-competitive security card solution. CTS prints your shared artwork, branding and fixed information, while your team adds each cardholder’s photograph, name, number or barcode on demand.

This keeps the card design consistent across your organisation and gives you control over new cards, replacements and everyday issuance.

Plan the card and printing process together

A preprinted reverse may reduce the need to personalise both sides. Where only text or a barcode is added, a suitable monochrome ribbon may reduce the cost of personalisation.

We will help assess your artwork, printable areas, card construction and ribbon requirements. The best combination depends on card quantities, durability needs and any electronic encoding.

Keep your card programme running

FARGO ribbons, HDP film and consumables

CTS supplies FARGO printer consumables, including colour and monochrome ribbons, compatible HDP transfer film, cleaning products and laminates for equipped systems. We also supply blank and preprinted cards matched to your application.

Include the exact printer model and consumable part number when enquiring. Supplies for different FARGO models are not automatically interchangeable. If you operate an older HDP5000 or another existing FARGO printer, tell us the full model so we can check the correct supplies.

We will confirm compatibility, current pricing and availability before you order. Regular cleaning and the correct ribbon and card combination help maintain consistent printing results.

FARGO ID card printing questions

Which FARGO ID card printer should we choose?

Start with your card design, daily volumes, available workspace and whether variable information is needed on one or both sides. CTS can compare the DTC1250e, DTC1500 and HDP5000e against your brief and quote a suitable configuration.

Can we print on CTS preprinted cards?

Yes. We can prepare preprinted cards for compatible FARGO personalisation. Agree the card material, artwork and printing areas with CTS first, particularly if the card incorporates a chip, magnetic stripe or signature panel.

Does every printer include smart card encoding?

No. Encoding requires the appropriate hardware and compatible software. Tell us which card technology and access-control system you use so the quotation can include the required options.

How do we get FARGO printer or ribbon pricing?

Use the form below with your preferred printer model and application. For consumables, include your existing model and part number if available. CTS will respond with more information and current pricing and availability.

Talk to CTS

Request FARGO pricing, availability or advice

Tell us whether you are interested in the DTC1250e, DTC1500, HDP5000e or consumables. Include your organisation, approximate card volumes, single- or dual-sided printing requirements and any encoding or protective finishing needs.

You can also call 087 135 7135 or email sales@cardtech.co.za.