Fargo Ultra Premium PVC Card

UltraCard Premium is the preferred card for High Definition Printing (HDP®) applications, delivering professional-grade results that elevate any ID program, security initiative, or customer loyalty effort. This premium PVC card is engineered for exceptional durability and reliability, enabling your organization to issue high-quality credentials that withstand daily handling, busy environments, and repeated use. The composite material construction provides a balanced blend of rigidity and flexibility, helping cards resist warping, bending, and wear while maintaining smooth feed through printers. Perfect for HDP workflows with Fargo HDP5000 and other Direct-to-Card (DTC®) systems, UltraCard Premium is designed to maximize print fidelity, color accuracy, and edge-to-edge image clarity, so photos, text, barcodes, and holographic effects stay sharp over time. Whether you’re issuing employee badges, contractor passes, visitor credentials, membership cards, access control cards, or event admission credentials, UltraCard Premium helps you project a trusted, professional identity with every print.

• Superior HDP performance – Optimized for High Definition Printing (HDP®) with vibrant color, crisp text, and durable images that resist fading, ensuring your credentials look as good months after issuance as they did on day one.
• Durable composite construction – The composite material system combines the best attributes of multiple layers to deliver enhanced rigidity, tear resistance, and long-lasting color integrity, even in high-traffic environments.
• Broad printer compatibility – Designed for use with Fargo HDP5000 and other Direct-to-Card (DTC®) printers, providing reliable feeding, clean edges, and consistent replay across batches.
• Versatile applications – An ideal stock for employee IDs, campus IDs, access control cards, membership and loyalty programs, event badges, and other security credentials requiring a premium presentation.
• Cost-effective premium choice – Balances high-print fidelity with competitive pricing, helping organizations upgrade credential quality without compromising budget or throughput.

Technical Details of Fargo Ultra Premium PVC Card

• Card Type: PVC with composite construction designed for HDP applications
• Printer Compatibility: Optimized for Fargo HDP5000 and compatible Direct-to-Card (DTC®) printers
• Card Dimensions: CR80 standard size (3.375 in x 2.125 in / 85.6 mm x 54 mm)
• Card Thickness: Standard thickness for PVC ID cards (approximately 30 mil / 0.76 mm)
• Surface Finish: Premium card surface engineered for HDP color transfer and durable image integrity
• Color Capability: Supports full-color imaging with HDP color dye sublimation
• Applications: Identity, access control, membership, loyalty, and event credentials
• Durability: Composite construction enhances wear resistance and longevity in daily use

How to Install Fargo Ultra Premium PVC Card

• Step 1: Prepare your Fargo HDP printer, ensuring it is clean, calibrated, and loaded with the correct HDP ribbon and cleaning kit for best results with UltraCard Premium.
• Step 2: Verify the card type in the printer driver settings, selecting the CR80 size and the appropriate card stock profile to match the UltraCard Premium's composite construction.
• Step 3: Load UltraCard Premium PVC cards into the input hopper with the glossy or printable surface oriented according to the printer’s guidance for edge-to-edge printing and smooth feeding.
• Step 4: Create or import your card design, ensuring that critical elements (photos, names, IDs, barcodes) fit within the safe print area and are aligned with the printer’s margins for precise edge-to-edge reproduction.
• Step 5: Run a calibration print or a test card to verify color accuracy, alignment, and barcode readability; adjust printer settings if needed to optimize density and contrast.
• Step 6: Print your final batch, handling finished cards carefully to avoid scratches; store unused cards in a cool, dry place to preserve surface quality and print fidelity.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is UltraCard Premium compatible with Fargo HDP printers other than the HDP5000?
  A: UltraCard Premium is designed to perform well in Fargo HDP systems and other Direct-to-Card printers that require premium PVC stock; always confirm compatibility with your printer model and driver settings before printing.
• Q: What makes this card different from standard PVC cards?
  A: The UltraCard Premium uses a composite construction that enhances durability, reduces warping, and improves print fidelity in high-definition color transfer, resulting in crisper text and more vibrant imagery.
• Q: What applications are best suited for UltraCard Premium?
  A: Ideal for employee badges, access cards, student or member IDs, loyalty cards, visitor passes, and event credentials where professional presentation and longevity matter.
• Q: How should I store these cards to maximize lifespan?
  A: Store in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep them in their protective sleeves or organizers to avoid surface scratches and exposure to contaminants.
• Q: Can I laminate or overlay UltraCard Premium images?
  A: Because the card is designed for HDP color transfer, use standard HDP workflows and, if applicable, follow your printer’s recommended lamination or overlay protocols compatible with HDP output to preserve image quality.