High Definition Printing™ uses dye-sublimation technology to print crisp,
300-dpi images on the underside of HDP® Film developed by Fargo. The film
is then bonded to the card surface with heat and pressure. By sandwiching images
between the HDP Film and the card, High Definition Printing makes these cards
tamper-evident and highly resistant to wear and abrasion. If a counterfeiter
tries to peel the film apart in an attempt to alter the card, the printed image
essentially destroys itself. High Definition Printing is ideal for printing the most commonly used technology
cards, including contact and contactless smart cards, and clamshell proximity
cards. The electronics embedded inside these cards often make the card surface
uneven — a problem for conventional dye-sub printing. But in High Definition
Printing, the HDP Film flexes over the bumps, giving the card a smooth, even
appearance. Since no printhead comes in contact with the card itself, High Definition
Printing can also print right up to the edge of exposed smart card contacts.
Conventional dye-sub printers must leave a clear space around contact pads to
avoid printhead damage. HDP Film can be ordered with standard and custom holographic images to
give your ID cards an extra layer of security. (CR-80 sized cards only.) If
your Fargo HDP printer includes an optional card lamination module, you can
make your cards up to 25 times more durable than HDP Film alone with a PolyGuard
overlaminate. Overlaminates are also available with standard or custom holographic
images.High Definition Printing™
The flexible solution for hard-to-print technology cards
Extra security and durability