Evolis Zenius 2 Expert Line Single-Sided Card Printer, 300 dpi, USB & Ethernet, 700 cards/hour

In a busy university ID office, staff rely on the Evolis Zenius 2 Expert Line to produce student badges quickly and reliably. This single-sided card printer combines dye sublimation and thermal transfer technologies to deliver crisp, full-colour or monochrome cards at up to 700 cards per hour in monochrome mode. With both USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity, it integrates seamlessly into any network environment, making it a versatile choice for access control, loyalty programs, and membership cards.

Key specifications

• Print technology: Dye sublimation / thermal transfer
• Print mode: Single-sided
• Resolution: 300 dpi (12 dots/mm)
• Monochrome print speed: up to 700 cards/hour
• Colour print speed (YMCKO): up to 150 cards/hour
• Interfaces: USB 2.0 (Type A and Type B), Ethernet TCP/IP
• Card capacity: 50-card input feeder, 20-card output hopper
• Supported card thickness: 0.25 to 1.25 mm (10 to 50 mil)
• Internal memory: 16 MB RAM
• Power: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, approx. 60W operating

Why choose it

The Zenius 2 Expert Line delivers professional-grade card printing in a compact, reliable package. Its 300 dpi resolution ensures sharp text and vibrant graphics, while the high monochrome speed keeps up with demanding batch jobs. Dual connectivity options provide flexibility for standalone or networked use, and the robust construction supports a wide range of card materials, including PVC, PET, and ABS. The Kensington lock slot adds physical security, making it suitable for environments where printer access must be controlled.

Ideal use cases

• Employee ID badges and access control cards
• Student and faculty identification cards
• Membership and loyalty cards for clubs, gyms, and retail
• Visitor badges with temporary printing needs
• Event credentials and conference passes

Good to know

The printer includes a power supply and EU power cable, and it is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. It operates within a temperature range of 15°C to 30°C and a relative humidity of 20% to 80% (non-condensing). The card feeder holds up to 50 cards, allowing unattended printing for moderate runs. For colour printing, the YMCKO ribbon yields up to 150 cards per hour, while monochrome printing achieves the maximum speed of 700 cards per hour. The USB Type A port can be used for a camera or other peripheral, and the Type B port connects to the host computer.