Datacard SD460 card printer
Datacard SD460 card printer is two-sided, full-color card printer with laminator. Increase the security and durability of your ID-cards.
- Tactile Impression
Use the tactile impression feature to impress an easily verified design onto the card laminate and substrate to help make alteration attempts immediately evident. Choose from a set of generic designs, or create a custom design that impresses your unique logo or seal to elevate security as well as your brand. - Choice of Overlays
Take security and durability to new levels with near, or full edge-to-edge lamination. Choose from a variety of options including the budget-friendly Datacard® DuraShield™ clear overlay that’s virtually impossible to remove intact. - It’s four times the strength of basic topcoats at nearly the same price. Plus, get the ability to apply serialized laminates, which lets you bind each card you print to a specific identity in your database to help deter counterfeiting.
- Single-pass printing, encoding and laminating
Print vibrant cards with high-resolution, edge-to-edge printing. Encode smart chips, magnetic stripes to meet the needs of your existing service and security infrastructure. - Apply the security and durability laminates you need to protect your people, facilities and assets. Do it all in one pass for incredible efficiency.
- Automatic card flattening
Cards that are this secure, advanced and attractive should not come out of the printer bent or bowed. Our unique de-bowing feature flattens cards after lamination to meet ISO standards for quality.
The Entrust Datacard SD460 is a professional-grade, high-security ID card printer designed for organizations that require durable, tamper-evident cards. It is an “all-in-one” solution that combines printing, encoding, and inline lamination in a single pass.
While newer models like the Entrust Sigma series have entered the market, the SD460 remains a “gold standard” for high-volume, high-security environments due to its unique physical security features.
Datacard SD460 card
Standout Security Features
- The SD460 is famous for features that make cards nearly impossible to clone or alter without detection:
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Tactile Impression: This is the most unique feature of the SD460. It uses a mechanical die to physically press a design (like a logo or shield) into the laminate. You can both see and feel this impression, making it instantly verifiable and highly resistant to tampering
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Inline Lamination: It applies a “DuraGard” laminate (available in 0.5 mil or 1.0 mil thickness) that covers the entire card. This protects the printed image from UV fading, chemical attack, and daily wear-and-tear
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Card Debower: Heat from the lamination process often warps plastic cards. The SD460 includes a built-in “debower” that flattens the card immediately after lamination, ensuring your ID badges stay professional and flat
Specifications:
| Feature | Details |
| Print Technology | Direct-to-card dye-sublimation / Resin thermal transfer |
| Print Speed | Up to 200 cards/hour (YMCK ribbon with single-sided lamination) |
| Resolution | Standard $300\text{ dpi}$; Enhanced modes up to $300 \times 1200\text{ dpi}$ |
| Capacity | 100-card input hopper (upgradeable to 200); 100-card output |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 and Ethernet (Standard) |
| Encoding Options | Magnetic stripe, MIFARE, iCLASS, and Contact/Contactless Smart Cards |
Essential Supplies
The SD460 uses specific high-capacity ribbons and laminates designed for its high-throughput engine:
- YMCK Ribbons: These provide full color ($YMC$) and a dedicated black ($K$) panel. Because it laminates, it often uses ribbons without a built-in topcoat ($T$), relying on the lamination film for protection.
- DuraGard Laminates: Available in clear, holographic, or custom designs. These are critical for the “Tactile Impression” module to function correctly.
- Cleaning Kits: Regular use of adhesive cleaning cards and swabs is vital to prevent dust from being trapped under the laminate layer
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Ideal Use Cases
Because of its size and security capabilities, the SD460 is best suited for:
- Government Agencies: For secure driver’s licenses or national IDs
- Corporate Enterprises: For employee badges used with heavy-duty access control
- University Campuses: For student IDs that must last 4+ years of constant swiping
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