HID 5500LMX

High-definition retransfer card printer with waste-free lamination, ideal for secure, high-volume ID issuance.

  • Dual-sided retransfer printing with high-definition 600 dpi resolution
  • Print speed: Up to 600 monochrome cards/hour, 125 full-color laminated cards/hour
  • Waste-free dual-sided lamination for maximum durability and lower costs
  • Input hopper capacity: 200 cards | Output hopper: 100 cards
  • Supports PVC, composite, polycarbonate, smart, and proximity cards
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Simplify Bulk ID Card Printing with InfoID

Create, customize, and print professional ID cards with advanced custom ID card printing software. . Upgrade your ID card printing experience with high-definition ID card printers and standard InfoID software for free.

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High-Definition Secure Card Printing

The HID FARGO 5500LMX is a next-generation retransfer ID card printer with dual-sided waste-free lamination, built for fast, secure, and high-volume issuance. It offers superior 600 dpi image quality and robust card durability, making it ideal for high-security environments such as government agencies, healthcare systems, and large enterprises.

High-Resolution Printing

600 dpi retransfer printing ensures sharp, edge-to-edge visuals with brilliant color and fine detail.

Waste-Free Lamination

Dual-sided lamination technology increases card longevity and reduces waste—no carrier film required.

Secure Encoding

Supports encoding for magnetic stripe, contact/contactless smart cards, and proximity credentials.

Technical Specifications

Printing

  • Technology: Retransfer (HDP) with optional lamination
  • Resolution: 600 dpi
  • Speed: Up to 600 cards/hour (monochrome), 125 cards/hour (YMCK + lamination)
  • Card Capacity: 200 input, 100 output
  • Lamination: Dual-sided, waste-free

Card Specifications

  • Card Types: PVC, composite, polycarbonate, smart, proximity cards
  • Card Size: CR80 (85.6 × 54 mm)
  • Card Thickness: 30 – 40 mil
  • Print Area: Full edge-to-edge

System

  • Connectivity: USB, Ethernet (Standard), Optional Wi-Fi
  • Display: Full-color LCD touchscreen
  • Power: 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz
  • OS Support: Windows OS, FARGO Workbench

Common Use Cases

The HID 5500LMX printer integrates perfectly with our Event Management Software, to ensure a fast, professional, and fully synchronized onsite check-in and credentialing process.

Government Credentials

National IDs, secure voting cards, and driver’s licenses with holographic overlays and encryption.

Enterprise ID Solutions

Customizable employee ID cards with multi-tech encoding for access control and secure printing.

Healthcare Access Card

Durable and tamper-proof patient or staff IDs with quick issuance in medical environments.

Support & Services

Expert Installation

On-site setup and technical configuration handled by certified engineers.

Ongoing Support

24/7 technical support, preventive maintenance, and operator training available nationwide.

Warranty & Repairs

Includes 3-year printer warranty, lifetime printhead coverage, and rapid turnaround on hardware repairs.

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