Evolis Zenius 2 Single-Sided ID Card Printer - the smart, compact printer that delivers exactly what you need for small and medium batches. Get professional, edge-to-edge color or monochrome cards, plus rewritable printing for temporary or frequently updated badges. Available in two versions to fit your workflow: Classic (USB only, SKU: ZN2-0001-A) and Expert (USB + Ethernet with optional encoders, SKU: ZN2-0002).
Built for efficiency: print up to 180 color cards/hour or 700 monochrome cards/hour. Enjoy a smooth user experience with Evolis Premium Suite 2 (Windows/macOS), ID-ALL Starter card design software, quick ribbon access, and flexible feeding (automatic batch or single-card insert).
Secure & scalable: add magnetic, contact, or contactless encoding (Expert). The YMCKOO ribbon (Expert) enables a UV security effect and a double overlay for enhanced durability, while digital erasing clears sensitive print data from the printer’s memory after each job.
- Two models: Classic (USB) or Expert (USB + Ethernet) with encoder options
- Single-sided, edge-to-edge direct-to-card printing; rewritable card support
- Fast output: up to 180 cph (color) / 700 cph (mono)
- Smart handling: 50-card input; 25-card front or 50-card rear output; card-by-card insert
- High quality: 300x300 dpi standard; up to 300x600 dpi (color/mono) or 300x1200 dpi (mono)
- Security & durability: UV effect and double overlay with YMCKOO ribbon (Expert), digital erasing
- Included: ID-ALL Starter Edition card design software
- Warranty: 3 years
General Features
- Printing technologies: Direct-to-card dye-sublimation (color) & resin thermal transfer (mono); rewrite printing
- Print mode: Single-sided, edge-to-edge
- Resolution: 300x300 dpi (standard); 300x600 dpi (color/mono); 300x1200 dpi (mono)
- Color management: Integrated color profile
- User interface: LED panel; guided setup via Evolis Premium Suite 2
Print Speed
- Color (YMCKO): up to 180 cards/hour
- Monochrome: up to 700 cards/hour
- Rewrite mode: up to 340 cph (erase/print) or 600 cph (print only)
Card Handling
- Feeding: Automatic or manual (single-card)
- Input feeder: 50 cards (30 mil)
- Output hoppers: 25 cards (front) or 50 cards (rear)
- Card thickness: 10-30 mil (0.25-0.76 mm), adjustable gauge
- Card types: PVC, composite PVC, PET* (mono black only), paper* (BlackFLEX only), rewritable cards; CR80 (85.60 x 53.98 mm)
Dimensions & Weight
- Width: 7.68" (195 mm)
- Height: 7.56" (192 mm)
- Depth: 12.2" (310 mm)
- Weight: 7.3 lb (3.3 kg)
Connectivity & Options
- Interfaces: USB 2.0 (cable included); Ethernet (Expert)
- Encoding (Expert): Magnetic stripe (ISO 7811); Contact smart card; Contactless (ISO 14443/15693, MIFARE/DESFire, HID iCLASS, etc.); options can be combined
- Security: Kensington® lock; printhead protection; digital erasing of sensitive data; UV effect printing with YMCKOO ribbon (Expert)
Software Ecosystem
- Evolis Premium Suite 2 (Windows/macOS) for drivers, notifications, and printer management
- ID-ALL Starter Edition (Windows/macOS) for card design & printing (by CARDPRESSO)
- Evolis Print Service mobile app (Android/iOS) for Zenius 2 Expert
- Evolis SDK available for integration
Consumables
- Evolis High Trust® ribbons with auto recognition; cassette or EASY4PRO (cassette-free) options
- Typical yields: YMCKO 200; 1/2-YMCKO 400; YMCKOO 250; Black up to 2,000 (under specific conditions)
Warranty
- 3-year warranty on printer and original printhead
- Optional extended coverage
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