Fargo's HDP6600 ID Card Printer brings not only high-quality images to your business or operation, but it also offers impressive print speeds that you can count on. Heating up in only 60 seconds, the HDP6600 can produce up to 230 cards in an hour. Fargo's HDP6600 3-year manufacturer warranty and lifetime printhead warranty ensure your printer will be up and running when you need it.
Ideal Applications for the Fargo HDP6600
- Corporate IDs
- Government IDs
- Membership cards
- Gift cards
- Customer loyalty
- Health Cards
- Mass transit
- Student IDs
Product Features
- Unmatched Retransfer Print Quality:
Retransfer, which is also known as ''reverse transfer'', is a card printing method that produces visually stunning, saturated color on cards. With retransfer printing, the printhead never meets the ID cards. Instead, the card images are printed on a clear, retransfer film that is fused to the card surface. The Fargo HDP6600 retransfer printer can produce high-definition photographic 600DPI resolution images, tiny text, and crisp barcodes. - Blazing Fast Print Speeds:
Within 60 seconds, the HDP6600 printer can be fully warmed and ready to start printing up to 230 cards per hour! The secret behind the fast warmup time is credited to Fargo's patent-pending iON or instant on technology. While other retransfer printers can take minutes before they are warmed for operation, the quick warmup of the HDP6600 means your business can get right to work. - Durable and Highly Secure
Retransfer printing is a highly secure technology for producing your ID and access control cards. This is because if a counterfeiter attempts to peel away the laminate, the image beneath is destroyed. What's more, the retransfer (HDP) film itself adds an additional layer of protection between the card image and the surrounding environment. The Fargo HDP6600 prints with 600DPI, which means you can create a wide variety of complex designs for even more security. - Variety of Supplies:
The HDP6600 can be loaded with a variety of cards, ribbons, films, and laminates to suit your needs for card security and durability. This Fargo printer uses standard retransfer film or high-durability retransfer film. The HDP6600 supports CR80 cards in a thickness between 30 Mil and 40 Mil. All standard monochrome and color formats are compatible with Fargo's HDP6600. - Upgrade at Your Convenience:
Fargo designed the HDP6600 ID Card Printer to be customized to your business needs. Each upgrade, known as a "module", can add functionality to your printer and can be added at any time! This means that your HDP6600 can grow and expand with your business. This can help you save time and money by not having to purchase or learn a new system with each new upgrade you need.- Various Field Upgradable Modules
- Dual-Sided Printer (Flipper Module)
- Card Flattener
- Magnetic Stripe
- Contact and Contactless Encoding
- Wifi Connectivity
Support and Drivers
Visit the Fargo support page to find the latest HDP6600 drivers and firmware
- HDP6600 Firmware and Drivers
What's Included:
What's Included
- HDP6600 Retransfer printer
- USB cable
- US/international power cords
- CD with printer drivers and user guide
- 3 year printer warranty & lifetime printhead warranty, plus 1 year loaner coverage
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| Printing Capability | Single side |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Fargo HDP6600 faster than other retransfer printers?
The HDP6600 features Fargo's patent-pending iON (instant on) technology, allowing it to warm up in just 60 seconds and print up to 230 cards per hour. Unlike other retransfer printers that take several minutes to produce the first card, the HDP6600 also prints a card while simultaneously applying transfer film to the next card in line, maximizing efficiency and boosting your card issuance productivity.
Can I upgrade the HDP6600 from single-sided to dual-sided printing later?
Yes, the HDP6600 is built with modular components that allow field upgrades. You can add dual-sided printing at any point by purchasing and attaching the flipper module to your existing system. We also offer other upgradable modules including card flattener, magnetic stripe, contact and contactless encoding, and WiFi connectivity to expand your printer's capabilities as your needs evolve.
What types of cards and security features does the HDP6600 support?
The HDP6600 supports CR80 cards between 30 Mil and 40 Mil thickness, including smart cards, proximity cards, pre-punched cards, and key tag cards. It accepts standard, high-durability, and holographic retransfer film, with 600DPI printing resolution that enables you to print fine security features like detailed text, barcodes, and holographic designs. The retransfer process itself provides enhanced security—if someone attempts to peel the card layers apart, the image is destroyed.
What warranty and support does the HDP6600 include?
We offer the HDP6600 with a 3-year manufacturer warranty and a lifetime printhead warranty, ensuring your printer stays operational when you need it. Additionally, we provide FREE 1 Year TrueSupport with purchase of extended support plans, and our team offers ongoing technical assistance to keep your card issuance program running smoothly.
What is retransfer printing and why is it better than direct-to-card printing?
Retransfer printing uses sixth-generation technology where images are printed onto a clear transfer film that is fused to the card surface, rather than printing directly on the card. This method produces rich, vibrant, saturated colors with 600DPI photographic quality, enables full-bleed printing even on uneven surfaces, and provides superior durability and security. The film layer protects the image from the environment and makes counterfeiting significantly more difficult.
Is the HDP6600 suitable for high-volume card production in government and corporate environments?
Yes, the HDP6600 is ideal for government, healthcare, corporate, and university applications requiring reliable high-volume card production. Its 230 cards-per-hour print speed, efficient simultaneous printing and film application process, and eco-friendly design make it cost-effective for large-scale ID issuance programs. Contact us today to discuss how the HDP6600 can meet your organization's card production needs.