ID Card Printers

Why Choose an ID Card Printer?

An ID card printer gives your organisation greater control over how and when cards are produced. Instead of waiting for externally printed cards, you can create professional plastic cards on demand for staff, students, visitors, contractors and members.

Using an in-house ID card printer can help your organisation:

• Print cards as and when needed
• Improve identification and site security
• Reduce delays when issuing replacement or new cards
• Produce professional photo ID cards in-house
• Manage ongoing card issuance more efficiently

ID card printers are widely used across schools, colleges, businesses, charities, healthcare settings, construction environments, leisure organisations and membership schemes where clear identification and branded card production are important.

Our Range of Plastic Card Printers

We supply plastic card printers to suit a variety of operational needs, from low-volume desktop card printing through to more advanced card issuance. Choosing the right printer depends on how often you print, the finish you require, and the type of cards you need to produce.

Entry-Level ID Card Printers

Entry-level card printers are ideal for smaller organisations or lower print volumes. They are often well suited to occasional staff ID cards, membership cards and visitor badges where ease of use and affordability are key priorities.

Mid-Range Card Printers

Mid-range ID card printers are a popular option for schools, businesses and organisations that need dependable day-to-day card printing with good print quality and reliable performance.

Advanced Card Printers

Advanced models are designed for organisations that require higher print quality, more professional card presentation, or more demanding card issuance applications. These systems are often suitable where security, image quality and ongoing use are especially important.

Single-Sided and Specialist Card Printing Systems

Depending on your application, you may need a straightforward single-sided card printer or a more specialist system for enhanced printing requirements. The right choice depends on your card design, print frequency, and intended use.

Leading ID Card Printer Brands

Magicard Printers

Magicard printers are widely used for photo ID cards, education cards, visitor badges and membership cards. They are a popular choice for organisations looking for dependable in-house card printing.

IDP Smart Printers

IDP Smart card printers are known for reliable desktop card printing and are suitable for a wide range of staff ID, student ID and visitor card applications.

Matica Printers

Matica printers are used by organisations that require professional plastic card printing for a variety of identity and membership applications.

Evolis Printers

Evolis card printers are a popular choice for organisations that need flexible, high-quality plastic card printing for regular day-to-day use.

Fargo (HID) Printers

Fargo printers from HID are widely recognised in the card printing sector and are often chosen for professional identification and secure card issuance requirements.

Zebra Printers

Zebra card printers are used by organisations looking for reliable plastic card printing solutions for identification, access and membership applications.

How to Choose the Right ID Card Printer

The best ID card printer for your organisation depends on your print volume, card design requirements and how the printer will be used day to day.

Before choosing a card printer, consider:

• How many cards you expect to print
• Whether you need full-colour card printing
• The level of print quality required
• The type of cards you want to produce
• Your available budget
• Whether you need a compact desktop unit or a more advanced system

If you regularly issue staff cards, student cards, visitor badges or membership cards, choosing the right plastic card printer can improve efficiency and give you greater control over your card programme.

ID Card Printers for Different Applications

Staff ID Cards

Produce professional employee ID cards for workplaces where visible identification is important, including offices, healthcare settings, warehouses and secure sites.

Education Cards

Create student ID cards, staff badges, visitor badges and library cards for schools, colleges and universities.

Membership Cards

Print branded membership cards and loyalty cards for gyms, clubs, associations, charities and customer schemes.

Visitor and Contractor Badges

Issue visitor badges and contractor passes quickly for reception areas, events and controlled-access sites.

Photo ID and Secure Identification

Use suitable card printers for applications where professional appearance, clear identification and card quality are important.

What You Get When You Buy from ACB

Free UK Delivery

We offer free UK delivery across our ID card printer range.

EasyBadge Software on Many Models

EasyBadge software is included with many of our ID card printers, helping you design and personalise plastic cards more easily. Please check individual product listings for model-specific details.

Experienced Plastic Card Supplier

ACB has extensive experience in the plastic card sector, supplying card printers, blank plastic cards and related accessories for a wide range of organisations and industries.

Support for In-House Card Printing

Our printer range is designed to help organisations bring card production in-house for better control, faster turnaround and more flexible card issuance.

ID Card Printer Ribbons, Cards and Accessories

To get the best results from your printer, it is important to use compatible consumables and supporting products. Depending on your printer and card programme, you may also need ribbons, blank plastic cards, cleaning kits and badge accessories.

To support your card printing setup, you may also need:

• Printer ribbons
• Blank plastic cards
• Cleaning kits
• Lanyards
• Card holders
• Card printer accessories

Using the right supplies can help maintain printer performance and improve print consistency over time.

Order ID Card Printers Online from ACB

Browse our range of ID card printers and find the right system for your organisation. Whether you need a compact printer for occasional badge printing or a more advanced machine for regular card production, ACB can help you source the right solution.

Explore the available ID card printers above and take the next step towards producing professional plastic cards in-house.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ID card printer used for?

An ID card printer is used to print plastic cards such as staff ID cards, student cards, membership cards, visitor badges and other identification cards.

Which ID card printer is best for a school or business?

The best option depends on your print volume, card design requirements, preferred brand and budget. Smaller organisations may prefer a more compact desktop printer, while others may need a more advanced system.

Do your ID card printers include software?

Many of our ID card printers include EasyBadge software. Please check the individual product listing for exact model details, as software inclusion can vary by brand and model.

Do you offer free delivery on ID card printers?

Yes, we offer free UK delivery across our ID card printer range.

Which brands of ID card printers do you stock?

Our printer range includes Magicard, IDP Smart, Matica, Evolis, Fargo (HID) and Zebra.

What cards can I print with an ID card printer?

ID card printers can be used for staff cards, student cards, visitor passes, membership cards, loyalty cards and other plastic card applications.

What other supplies do I need with an ID card printer?

Depending on your setup, you may also need compatible printer ribbons, blank plastic cards, cleaning kits, lanyards and card holders.

What if there is a problem with the printer?

Support arrangements can vary by manufacturer. Please check the individual product listing or contact us if you need guidance on a specific printer model.