Magnetic Card Writer kit Evolis Field Upgrade S10108 for Evolis printers — magnetic encoder accessory

The Evolis Field Upgrade Kit S10108 adds a magnetic stripe encoder to compatible Evolis card printers. This accessory enables encoding of HiCo and LoCo magnetic stripes on tracks 1, 2 and 3, allowing plastic cards to store data for access control, loyalty programmes, ID or payment applications. The kit is designed for on-site installation to upgrade Zenius and Primacy printers without replacing the device.

Advantages

The magnetic encoder supports high-coercivity (HiCo) and low-coercivity (LoCo) stripes and encodes on all three standard tracks, offering flexible compatibility with existing card systems. As a field upgrade, it allows adding magnetic writing capability without taking the printer out of service or purchasing a new unit. The kit is manufactured by Evolis and matches the form factor and communication interfaces of compatible Evolis models.

Suitable for

• On-site upgrade of Zenius and Primacy Evolis card printers
• Encoding access-control cards
• Issuing loyalty and membership cards with magnetic stripes
• Producing ID or payment cards that require magnetic stripe data

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: Evolis
• Model / MPN: S10108
• Compatibility: Evolis Zenius and Primacy (field upgrade)
• Magnetic stripe support: HiCo and LoCo
• Tracks encoded: 1, 2, 3

How to use

Install the Field Upgrade Kit S10108 according to the Evolis installation instructions supplied with the kit or available from Evolis support. The installation replaces or integrates with the printer’s module bay and requires basic technical skills; follow safety and power procedures, connect any required ribbon cables or screws, and verify firmware compatibility. After installation, configure the printer driver or printer settings to enable magnetic encoding and perform test encodes to confirm correct operation.

Recommendations

Use the kit only with supported Evolis Zenius and Primacy printers and ensure firmware and drivers are up to date. For reliable encoding, use cards with clean, undamaged magnetic stripes and perform test cards after installation. If uncertain about installation, contact an authorized Evolis service partner.