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Evolis  |  SKU: 0005-20-01
Discontinued

Evolis Zenius ID Card Printer (single sided)


This product has been discontinued

This model is no longer available to purchase.

Looking for an alternative? Our recommended replacement is Evolis Zenius 2 ID Card Printer.

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Description

The original Evolis Zenius Classic is discontinued. This page preserves the model details for existing owners and helps you plan a replacement. Evolis now directs customers to Zenius 2; compare the new printer’s configuration and consumables before changing your setup.

Compact single-sided card printing

Original Zenius printers were designed for individual badges and smaller card runs. Colour dye-sublimation and monochrome resin printing supported staff identification, membership and visitor cards, with 300 dpi output and edge-to-edge designs.

Card handling for a reception desk

Use the automatic 50-card feeder for a small batch or insert cards individually for on-demand jobs. Finished cards collect in the 20-card output tray. These capacities describe the original Zenius and should not be confused with the newer Zenius 2.

Understanding this version

The Classic model connected by USB and suited a directly connected workstation. Ethernet and encoding options belonged to the Expert range; they were not standard features of this Classic listing.

Keep existing supplies compatible

Check the printer label and ribbon part number before ordering replacement supplies. A similar product name does not guarantee that a newer-generation ribbon will fit. Cleaning and appropriate consumables remain important for an existing machine even after the printer is discontinued.

Moving to Zenius 2

Zenius 2 is the manufacturer’s successor to original Zenius. Review its Classic and Expert versions, current software and supported media against your workflow. If the old printer has an encoder or relies on a particular application, confirm those requirements before choosing the replacement.

Frequently asked questions
Can I buy this original printer?

No. This listing is retained for reference and has no purchase controls.

Is Zenius 2 the same printer?

No. It is the successor, with revised hardware and features. Check version, software and consumables when planning a change.

Can I still find compatible ribbons?

Use the original Zenius ribbon collection and confirm the exact ribbon reference. Do not substitute a Zenius 2 ribbon solely because the names are similar.

Matching supplies

Browse compatible ribbons and supplies. Check the full printer model and part number.

Specifications

  • Print Method
    Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer
  • Printing
    Single-sided
  • Resolution
    300 dpi
  • Card Feeding
    Manual or automatic
  • Card Size
    ISO CR80: 85.60 × 53.98 mm
  • Card Thickness
    0.25–0.76 mm
  • Card Types
    PVC, composite PVC, PET; special materials require validation
  • Monochrome Speed
    400–500 cards/hour depending on conditions
  • Colour Speed
    Up to 150 colour cards/hour; dependent on ribbon/settings
  • Connectivity
    USB
  • Dimensions
    195 × 205 × 315 mm (H × W × D)
  • Weight
    3.3 kg
  • Operating systems
    Windows, macOS and Linux drivers historically available; check version support
  • Output hopper capacity
    20 cards (original Zenius)
  • Control panel
    LED status indicators
  • Magnetic encoding
    Not included
  • Smart-card encoding
    Not included
  • Security features
    Kensington lock support; lock separate
  • Edge-to-edge printing
    Edge-to-edge

What's in the box

Discontinued printer — no current sales package.

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