SA's "SMART" brand of plastic ID card printers.
SA's "SMART" brand of plastic ID card printers.
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COMMERCIAL 51 Series

Introducing the SMART-51 ID Card Printer: High-Volume Performance, Enterprise Reliability

Built for demanding, high-volume environments, the SMART-51 is a commercial-grade ID card printer designed to deliver exceptional print quality and speed. Ideal for corporations, municipalities, educational institutions, mining operations, and hotels, this robust and scalable solution combines performance, flexibility, and security.

Engineered with cutting-edge enhancements and user-friendly features, the SMART-51 sets a new benchmark for professional ID card production.


Key Features:

  • Exceptional Speed: Prints up to 720 monochrome cards/hour or 212 full-colour cards/hour, making it ideal for high-output environments.

  • Enhanced Imaging: Utilises FINE™ imaging technology for sharp, vibrant, and detailed results.

  • Smart Performance: Equipped with a state-of-the-art CPU for faster processing and smoother operation.

  • Low Noise Operation: Engineered for quieter performance without compromising power.

  • High Capacity: New 200-card input hopper and optional rear-side stacker for up to 100 cards improve efficiency during large runs.

  • Security & Versatility: Features a lockable hopper, optional magnetic stripe encoding, and support for transparent and CR79 cards.

  • Upgradeable Design: Start with single-sided printing, with options to upgrade to dual-sided and lamination modules as your needs grow.


Why Choose the SMART-51?

Whether you’re printing staff IDs, access control cards, or bulk event badges, the SMART-51 delivers the speed, quality, and flexibility large organisations demand. Its modular design grows with your needs, while a 5-year warranty offers peace of mind and long-term reliability.

From sharp imagery to secure encoding, the SMART-51 is built to meet the expectations of serious professionals.


Specifications Overview:

  • Print Method: Direct-to-card dye-sublimation

  • Resolution: 300 dpi (colour & mono); 600 / 1200 dpi (mono only)

  • Print Area: Edge-to-edge

  • Card Size: ISO CR80 / CR79

  • Card Thickness: 0.38mm – 1.0mm

  • Input Hopper: 200 cards (standard)

  • Print Speed:

    • Monochrome: ~5 sec/card

    • YMCKO Full Colour: ~17 sec/card

Includes full-feature ID card production software at no additional cost.

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