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 is retransfer printing and why does the HDP6600 use it?
Retransfer printing is a card printing method where images are printed onto a clear transfer film that is fused to the card surface, rather than printing directly onto the card. This sixth-generation retransfer technology allows the HDP6600 to produce rich, vibrant colors with 600DPI resolution, sharp text, and crisp barcodes—even on uneven surfaces like smart cards and proximity cards. The process also enables full-bleed, over-the-edge printing and makes counterfeiting much more difficult since any attempt to separate card layers destroys the image.
How fast does the Fargo HDP6600 print and how quickly does it warm up?
The HDP6600 warms up in just 60 seconds thanks to Fargo's patent-pending iON (instant on) technology, and can print up to 230 cards per hour once ready. The printer's efficiency is further maximized by its ability to print a card while simultaneously applying transfer film to the next card in line, significantly speeding up large batch production compared to other retransfer printers that take several minutes to warm up.
Can the HDP6600 print on both sides of an ID card?
Yes, the HDP6600 supports dual-sided printing through a field-upgradable flipper module that you can add at any time. The dual-sided capability provides extra space for additional cardholder information, barcodes, contact information for lost cards, or duplicated information to ensure visibility regardless of card orientation. We offer the flipper module as an optional upgrade to customize your system to your specific needs.
What types of cards and supplies are compatible with the HDP6600?
The HDP6600 supports CR80 cards with a thickness between 30 and 40 mil, and accepts standard retransfer film, high-durability retransfer film (three times tougher than standard), or holographic retransfer film with high-secure orbit hologram design. The printer is compatible with all standard monochrome and color ribbon formats, and we recommend using only Fargo Secure Materials to maximize print quality, printhead life, and printer reliability.
What warranty and support does the HDP6600 include?
The HDP6600 comes with a 3-year manufacturer warranty and a lifetime printhead warranty, ensuring your printer stays operational when you need it. We also offer optional TrueSupport plans and FREE 1 Year TrueSupport with purchase of extended plans, plus lifetime support and free shipping available from us.
What encoding and connectivity options are available for the HDP6600?
The HDP6600 offers field-upgradable modules for magnetic stripe encoding, contact and contactless smart card encoding, and WiFi connectivity to meet your specific security and operational needs. The printer includes built-in Ethernet and USB connections for centralized or remote ID card issuance, and works with Fargo Workbench diagnostic utility for maintenance and the Asure ID card personalization software for badge design and database management. Contact us today to discuss which encoding options best fit your organization's requirements.