Professional 300 dpi High-Definition ID Card Printing with Optional Dual-Sided Printing, Lamination and Secure Card Encoding HID FARGO HDP5000e High-Definition ID Card Printer

The HID FARGO HDP5000e is a professional high-definition retransfer ID card printer designed for organizations that require high-quality employee identification cards, secure credentials and personalized plastic cards.

Using HID High Definition Printing (HDP) technology, the printer transfers the card image onto a special film before bonding it to the card surface. This process supports vibrant colour reproduction, fine text, detailed graphics and over-the-edge printing.

The HDP5000e offers 300 dpi print resolution, a manufacturer-rated production speed of up to 133 single-sided full-colour cards per hour, and support for standard CR-80 identification cards.

Its modular design allows organizations to select a configuration suited to their requirements, including optional dual-sided printing, card lamination, magnetic stripe encoding and smart card encoding.

The printer also includes HID's SmartScreen interface to assist with operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Important: The HDP5000e is available in different configurations. Dual-sided printing, lamination, encoding modules, software and consumables must be confirmed against the exact manufacturer part number and quotation.

Key Features

• Brand: HID FARGO
• Manufacturer: HID Global
• Model: HDP5000e
• Product Type: High-Definition Retransfer ID Card Printer
• Printing Technology: HDP Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer
• Print Resolution: 300 dpi
• Maximum Rated Print Speed: Up to 133 Single-Sided Full-Colour Cards per Hour
• Printing Modes: Single-Sided or Optional Dual-Sided
• Card Format: CR-80
• Card Materials: PVC, Composite, PET, PETG and Polycarbonate
• Standard Input Hopper Capacity: 100 Cards
• Expanded Input Capacity: Optional 200-Card / Dual-Input Configuration
• Connectivity: USB and Ethernet, Subject to Exact Configuration
• User Interface: HID SmartScreen
• Security: TLS Encryption, Resin-Scramble Data Protection and Password Protection
• Fluorescent Imaging: Supported with Appropriate Supplies and Configuration
• Card Lamination: Optional
• Magnetic Stripe Encoding: Optional
• Contact Smart Card Encoding: Optional
• Contactless / RFID Encoding: Optional
• Manufacturer Printer Warranty: Four-Year Limited Warranty
• Manufacturer Printhead Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty, Subject to HID Terms
• Availability: Subject to Supplier Confirmation

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: HID Global
• Brand: HID FARGO
• Model: HDP5000e
• Exact Manufacturer Part Number: Configuration Dependent
• Printing Technology: High-Definition Retransfer
• Print Method: HDP Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer
• Print Resolution: 300 dpi
• Single-Sided Printing: Supported
• Dual-Sided Printing: Optional Module / Selected Configuration
• Maximum Rated Print Speed: Up to 133 Cards per Hour
• Single-Sided YMCK Printing: Approximately 27 Seconds per Card Under Manufacturer Test Conditions
• Card Size: CR-80
• Card Dimensions: Approximately 85.6 × 54mm
• Supported Card Materials: PVC, Composite PVC, PET, PETG and Polycarbonate
• Card Thickness: 30 mil or 50 mil, Subject to Card and Printer Configuration
• Standard Card Input Hopper: 100 Cards
• Dual-Input / Expanded Hopper: Optional
• USB Connectivity: Supported
• Ethernet Connectivity: Supported
• Printer Interface: SmartScreen
• Printer Security: TLS Encryption
• Data Protection: Resin-Scramble Protection
• Password Protection: Supported
• Fluorescent Imaging: Supported with Appropriate Supplies
• Magnetic Stripe Encoding: Optional
• Contact Smart Card Encoding: Optional
• Contactless Smart Card Encoding: Optional
• RFID / Proximity Encoding: Optional
• Single-Sided Lamination: Optional
• Dual-Sided Lamination: Optional
• Card Design Software: Confirm Inclusion and Licensing
• Printer Drivers: HID-Provided Drivers for Supported Operating Systems
• Colour Ribbon: Compatible HID FARGO Ribbon Required
• Retransfer Film: Compatible HID FARGO HDP Film Required
• Cleaning Supplies: Compatible HID FARGO Cleaning Kit Recommended
• Manufacturer Printer Warranty: Four Years, Subject to HID Limited Warranty
• Manufacturer Printhead Warranty: Lifetime, Subject to HID Limited Warranty and Product Lifecycle Conditions

High-Definition Retransfer Printing Technology

The HDP5000e uses a two-stage printing process.

First, the printer creates the card image on a transparent retransfer film using a compatible colour ribbon.

The image is then transferred from the film onto the card surface.

This technology offers several advantages for suitable card applications:

• Detailed Colour Images
• Sharp Text and Graphics
• Over-the-Edge Card Coverage
• High-Quality Employee Photographs
• Printing on Compatible Technology Cards
• Consistent Card Presentation
• Support for Professional Identification Requirements

Print quality depends on card material, ribbon, film, artwork, printer settings and operating conditions.

Single-Sided and Dual-Sided Printing

The HID FARGO HDP5000e supports both single-sided and dual-sided card printing configurations.

Single-Sided Configuration

Suitable for applications where identification information is required on one side of the card.

Dual-Sided Configuration

Suitable for applications requiring information on both sides, such as:

• Employee Photograph and Details on the Front
• Employee Number and Department on the Reverse
• Company Policies or Instructions
• Barcode or QR Code
• Emergency Contact Information
• Additional Identification Information

Important: Dual-sided printing is not automatically included in every HDP5000e. The quotation must explicitly identify a dual-sided configuration or compatible upgrade module.

Professional Employee ID Card Printing

The HDP5000e is suitable for organizations requiring professionally printed identification cards.

Potential applications include:

• Corporate Employee ID Cards
• Staff Identification Badges
• Visitor Identification Cards
• Educational Institution ID Cards
• Healthcare Staff Cards
• Membership Cards
• Contractor Identification Cards
• Secure Workplace Credentials
• Government and Institutional Identification Applications

The required card design, software, security features and encoding capabilities must be evaluated separately.

Supported Card Materials

The manufacturer lists support for several card materials, including:

• PVC Cards
• Composite PVC Cards
• PET Cards
• PETG Cards
• Polycarbonate Cards

Material suitability depends on the specific card construction, thickness, surface finish and intended application.

For smart cards and contactless credentials, confirm the chip position, card construction and printing requirements before ordering.

Optional Card Lamination

The HDP5000e supports optional lamination modules.

Available configurations may include:

• Single-Sided Lamination
• Dual-Sided Lamination

Lamination can provide an additional protective layer for compatible ID cards.

It may be considered for credentials exposed to frequent handling, abrasion or demanding everyday use.

Lamination modules and overlaminate supplies are not included unless specifically stated in the quotation.

Optional Card Encoding

The HDP5000e supports modular card encoding options.

Depending on the selected configuration, these may include:

• Magnetic Stripe Encoding
• Contact Smart Card Encoding
• Contactless Smart Card Encoding
• RFID Encoding
• Proximity Card Encoding

Encoding hardware, software compatibility, card technology and applicable licences must be confirmed before purchase.

A printer without the required encoding module cannot be assumed to encode cards simply because the HDP5000e product family supports that option.

SmartScreen User Interface

The HDP5000e includes HID's SmartScreen interface.

This provides on-printer information intended to assist operators with:

• Printer Status
• Setup Guidance
• Maintenance Notifications
• Troubleshooting
• Error Identification
• Operating Instructions

Available functions depend on firmware and printer configuration.

Security Features

HID identifies several security capabilities for the HDP5000e.

These include:

• TLS Encryption
• Resin-Scramble Data Protection
• Password Protection
• Fluorescent Imaging Capability

Some security functions require specific printer settings, supplies or optional configurations.

Customers with regulated credential issuance requirements should verify the complete hardware, software and security architecture.

Card Hopper Capacity

The standard HDP5000e configuration supports a 100-card input hopper.

Optional expanded or dual-input hopper configurations are available for organizations requiring additional capacity or different card types.

The exact hopper arrangement must be confirmed in the quotation.

Printer Speed and Productivity

HID specifies printing performance of up to 133 single-sided full-colour cards per hour for the applicable YMCK printing configuration.

Actual throughput may be lower when using:

• Dual-Sided Printing
• Card Encoding
• Lamination
• Additional Security Features
• Complex Card Artwork
• Different Ribbon Configurations

The manufacturer-rated speed should not be interpreted as a guaranteed output for every configuration.

Compatible Ribbons and Retransfer Film

The HDP5000e requires compatible printing supplies.

These normally include:

• HID FARGO Colour Ribbon
• HID FARGO HDP Retransfer Film
• Compatible Blank CR-80 Cards
• Appropriate Cleaning Supplies

The exact ribbon and film part numbers must be selected for the HDP5000e and its intended printing configuration.

Ribbon yield and film yield may differ.

Important: Ribbons, retransfer film, blank cards and cleaning kits should not be assumed to be included with every printer package.

Blank ID Cards

The printer supports compatible CR-80 cards made from approved materials.

Customers should select cards according to:

• Card Material
• Card Thickness
• Surface Finish
• Required Durability
• Smart Card or RFID Requirements
• Magnetic Stripe Requirements
• Lamination Compatibility
• Intended Service Life

For secure credential applications, the printer and card construction must be evaluated together.

Printer Cleaning and Maintenance

Regular cleaning helps maintain printing quality and reduce avoidable operating problems.

HID provides compatible cleaning supplies for the HDP5000e.

Maintenance requirements may include:

• Printer Cleaning
• Card Path Cleaning
• Cleaning Roller Replacement
• Ribbon and Film Replacement
• Card Hopper Inspection
• Routine Operator Checks

Maintenance frequency depends on usage, environment and manufacturer guidance.

Software and Operating System Compatibility

The HDP5000e supports compatible HID printer drivers and card issuance software.

Before ordering, verify:

• Workstation Operating System
• Driver Availability
• Card Design Software
• Software Licensing
• Database Requirements
• Network Configuration
• Encoding Software
• Security Policies
• Required User Permissions

The availability of a printer driver does not automatically include a complete ID card design or issuance software licence.

Typical Applications

• Corporate ID Card Issuance
• Employee Identification
• University and College ID Cards
• Hospital and Healthcare Identification
• Government Employee Credentials
• Secure Membership Cards
• Contractor Identification
• Access Control Credentials
• Smart Card Personalization
• High-Quality Photo ID Cards

Compatibility and Things to Verify Before Ordering

• Exact HID FARGO HDP5000e Manufacturer SKU
• Single-Sided or Dual-Sided Configuration
• Card Material and Thickness
• USB and Ethernet Requirements
• Card Hopper Capacity
• Magnetic Stripe Encoding Requirement
• Contact Smart Card Encoding Requirement
• Contactless / RFID Encoding Requirement
• Lamination Module Requirement
• Required Colour Ribbon
• Required Retransfer Film
• Consumable Yield
• Blank Card Quantity
• Cleaning Kit
• Card Design Software
• Driver and Operating System Compatibility
• Power Requirements
• Warranty Coverage
• Service Location
• Installation Responsibilities
• Availability
• Delivery Lead Time

Product Lifecycle and Availability

The HID FARGO HDP5000e is listed in HID Global's current product catalogue.

It is distinct from the earlier HID FARGO HDP5000 model.

• Manufacturer: HID Global
• Model: HDP5000e
• Product Category: High-Definition Retransfer Card Printer
• Configuration: Subject to Selected Manufacturer SKU
• UAE Availability: Subject to Supplier Confirmation
• Consumables: Subject to Compatibility and Stock Confirmation
• Warranty: Subject to HID's Applicable Terms
• Delivery: To Be Confirmed in Written Quotation

No claim of guaranteed stock or immediate delivery is made.

Manufacturer Warranty

HID lists the following limited warranty coverage for the HDP5000e:

• Printer: Four Years
• Printhead: Lifetime Limited Warranty

Warranty coverage is subject to HID's applicable conditions, exclusions, product eligibility and regional service arrangements.

HID defines its lifetime product warranties as ending three years after the published product end-of-life date.

Warranty coverage for optional modules may differ from the main printer warranty.

Customers should confirm the applicable warranty and support arrangements before purchase.

Why NEOTECH® UAE?

NEOTECH® encourages customers to select ID card printers according to their actual printing requirements, rather than choosing a model based on headline specifications alone.

For the HDP5000e, the most important considerations include single-sided or dual-sided printing, card material, lamination, encoding, consumables, software and warranty arrangements.

We aim to provide accurate product information and clear quotations identifying the exact printer configuration and included items.

Learn First. Decide Second. Buy Only If It Is Right for Your Needs.

There is absolutely no obligation or pressure to proceed with the purchase with us.

Delivery – UAE

NEOTECH® supplies within the United Arab Emirates only.

Availability and estimated delivery lead time will be confirmed in the written quotation.

For supplier-sourced or imported configurations, the lead time depends on manufacturer or distributor confirmation.

Installation, commissioning, software configuration, training and integration are not included unless separately agreed in writing.

FAQ - HID FARGO HDP5000e

Q: What is the HID FARGO HDP5000e?
A: It is a professional 300 dpi high-definition retransfer ID card printer designed for secure and high-quality plastic card personalization.

Q: Is the HDP5000e a retransfer printer?
A: Yes. It prints the card image onto retransfer film before transferring the image to the card.

Q: Does the HDP5000e support dual-sided printing?
A: Yes. Dual-sided printing is available through a suitable configuration or optional module.

Q: Is dual-sided printing included as standard?
A: Not in every configuration. The exact dual-sided printer SKU must be confirmed.

Q: What is the printing resolution?
A: 300 dpi.

Q: What is the maximum print speed?
A: HID specifies up to 133 single-sided full-colour cards per hour under applicable test conditions.

Q: Which card size does it support?
A: Standard CR-80 identification cards.

Q: Can it print on PVC cards?
A: Yes. Compatible PVC and other manufacturer-supported card materials may be used.

Q: Can it print employee ID cards?
A: Yes. Employee identification is one of its primary applications.

Q: Does it support smart card encoding?
A: Yes, with the appropriate optional encoding hardware and software.

Q: Does it support RFID cards?
A: Compatible RFID and contactless card configurations are available. The exact encoding module must be specified.

Q: Can it laminate ID cards?
A: Yes, with an optional compatible lamination module and supplies.

Q: Does it include a colour ribbon?
A: Ribbon inclusion depends on the selected supply package and must be confirmed.

Q: Does it require retransfer film?
A: Yes. Compatible HDP retransfer film is required for printing.

Q: Does the printer include blank ID cards?
A: Blank cards should not be assumed to be included unless expressly listed in the quotation.

Q: What is the input hopper capacity?
A: The standard input hopper holds 100 cards, with optional expanded configurations.

Q: Does it include card design software?
A: Software inclusion and licensing must be confirmed for the selected package.

Q: What is the manufacturer warranty?
A: HID lists a four-year limited printer warranty and lifetime limited printhead warranty, subject to applicable conditions.

Q: Is the HDP5000e the same as the HDP5000?
A: No. The HDP5000e is a distinct model and should not be confused with the earlier HDP5000.

Q: Can NEOTECH® supply the HDP5000e in the UAE?
A: Customers may request a quotation. The exact configuration, availability, consumables, warranty and delivery terms will be confirmed before order acceptance.

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• HID FARGO HDP5000e Colour Ribbons
• HID FARGO HDP Retransfer Film
• HID FARGO Printer Cleaning Kits
• Blank PVC ID Cards
• HID FARGO Card Lamination Supplies
• Smart Card and RFID Encoding Solutions

Contact – NEOTECH® UAE

Brand: NEOTECH®
Sales Inquiries: NEOLYN TECHNOLOGY LLC
Store: Store 13, Computer Building, Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai, UAE
WhatsApp: +971 50 739 1234
Email: support@neotech.ae

The contracting and invoicing company will be identified in the formal quotation and payment instructions.

Disclaimer - NEOTECH® UAE

HID, FARGO, HDP and HDP5000e are trademarks or registered trademarks of HID Global Corporation and their respective owners.

This page describes the HID FARGO HDP5000e high-definition retransfer ID card printer.

The HDP5000e is available in different configurations. Dual-sided printing, lamination, encoding modules, expanded hoppers, software, ribbons, retransfer film, blank cards and cleaning supplies must not be assumed to be included unless expressly identified in the quotation.

Manufacturer performance specifications are based on specified test conditions and may vary according to printer configuration, card material, ribbon, film, software and operating conditions.

Warranty coverage is subject to HID's applicable limited warranty, exclusions and product lifecycle conditions.

Product availability, exact part number, pricing, warranty service, delivery and any additional services require written confirmation.

NEOTECH® does not claim manufacturer authorization, exclusivity or endorsement unless separately documented.

Last Updated: 27 October 2026 (GST, UTC+4)