Evolis Primacy 2 Duplex Expert (PM2-0025-E) is a fast and professional double-sided card printer for ID cards, access cards and membership cards. With USB, Ethernet, high capacity and support for future options, it is perfect for businesses and organizations with higher demands.
Evolis Primacy 2 Duplex Expert USB/Ethernet (PM2-0025-E) is a powerful and future-proof card printer developed for the rapid production of professional plastic cards. The model comes with automatic double-sided printing, making it ideal when information, design or security data needs to be printed on both sides of the card.
Primacy 2 is perfectly suited for the production of:
ID card
Access card
Membership card
Staff card
Student card
Gift cards
Business card
Security card
The printer combines high speed with very good print quality and can handle up to 280 color cards per hour single-sided or 170 double-sided color cards per hour. The high capacity makes it perfect for businesses, schools, municipalities, gyms and organizations that produce cards regularly.
With USB and Ethernet The printer can be used both locally and in a network. The Expert model also offers support for future options such as:
Magnetic stripe encoder
Contact chip
RFID / MIFARE / NFC
Smartcard solutions
Primacy 2 uses Evolis High Trust ribbons and supports both color, black and white, special colors and security ribbons.
For extra durability and safety, the printer can also be used with laminating module (optional), which enables:
Clear patch laminate
Holographic laminate
Smart cut patch
Magnetic stripe cut patch
UV safety layer
This is perfect for cards that are used daily and need longer life.
Safe investment with a long warranty
The Evolis Primacy 2 is built for daily professional use and comes with 3-year warranty on the printer. The original printhead is also covered by the manufacturer's warranty terms when using recommended consumables. This provides extra peace of mind for businesses and organizations looking to invest for the long term.
This includes:
Evolis Primacy 2 Duplex Expert printer
CardPresso XXS software
USB cable
Power adapter
Power cable
Output tray
Starter cleaning kit
Quick start guide
3 year warranty
Why choose Primacy 2 Duplex Expert?
If you are looking for a fast, reliable and professional double-sided card printer with networking, high capacity and the ability to expand the functions, this is a very strong choice.
It is a professional double-sided card printer for ID cards, membership cards, access cards and other plastic cards in CR80 format.
What does Duplex mean?
Duplex means automatic printing on both sides of the card without manual turning.
What does Expert mean?
The Expert version has USB, Ethernet and support for more options such as encoding modules and network use.
What cards can I print?
You can print ID cards, access cards, employee cards, membership cards, student cards, gift cards and security cards.
How fast is the printer?
Up to 280 color cards per hour single-sided or up to 170 double-sided color cards per hour.
What card size is used?
Standard CR80 / ISO cards in the same size as bank cards and access cards.
What card materials are supported?
PVC, composite PVC, PET, ABS and some special boards.
How do I connect the printer?
Via USB or Ethernet for network use.
Can multiple users use the printer?
Yes, via Ethernet multiple users can share the printer on a network.
Is software included?
Yes, CardPresso XXS is included for card design and printing.
Can the printer print from a mobile phone or tablet?
The Primacy 2 series supports modern printing solutions and compatible devices.
Which ribbons are suitable for the printer?
Primacy 2 uses Evolis High Trust ribbons such as YMCKO, YMCKO-K, monochrome ribbons and specialty ribbons.
Which color ribbon should I choose?
YMCKO is suitable for full color. YMCKO-K is best suited for color on the front and black text on the back. Black ribbon is suitable for text and barcodes.
Can I laminate cards with this printer?
Yes, with a separate lamination module, the printer can use clear patch, hologram patch and other protective laminates.
Why use lamination?
Lamination protects the card against wear, scratches and fading and increases security against copying or manipulation.
Do all customers need lamination?
No, but it is highly recommended for access cards, staff cards, and cards used daily.
Does the model have a magnetic stripe encoder?
Not standard in the basic version. The model supports options such as magnetic stripe, chip and RFID depending on configuration.
What is included in the box?
Printer, software, USB cable, power adapter, power cord, output tray, cleaning kit and quick guide. Don't forget to purchase ribbon separately.
When should I choose Primacy 2 instead of Zenius 2?
Choose Primacy 2 if you need higher speed, higher volumes, double-sided printing or more options.
How often should the printer be cleaned?
Regular cleaning is recommended for best print quality and longer print head life.
How long is the warranty on the Evolis Primacy 2?
The Evolis Primacy 2 comes with a 3-year warranty on the printer according to the manufacturer's terms.
Does the warranty also apply to the print head?
Yes, the original printhead is covered by a 3-year warranty according to the manufacturer's terms, provided that the printer is used correctly and with Evolis High Trust consumables.
Does cleaning affect the warranty?
Yes, regular cleaning is important to maintain print quality, reliability and warranty conditions. Use recommended Evolis cleaning kits.
Can the warranty be affected by the wrong ribbon or card?
Yes, for best performance and to meet the manufacturer's specifications, Evolis High Trust ribbons and compatible cards are recommended.
