IDP SMART-31S Single-Sided ID Card Printer

An automatic feeder for everyday ID cards

The IDP SMART-31S brings batch feeding to a straightforward single-sided card printer. It suits teams issuing staff, membership or student cards who want to load a stack and produce a consistent design without feeding every card by hand.

Keep your card design clear

Colour photographs and branding help make cards easy to recognise, while monochrome printing suits text and barcode designs. This configuration prints one face automatically. If you need information on the reverse for every card, choose the SMART-31D rather than planning a manual second pass.

A manageable desktop workflow

Front card handling, a drop-in ribbon cartridge and an LED control button make routine operation accessible. Keep cards clean, replace the ribbon with the correct model-specific consumable, and follow the cleaning schedule to maintain print quality.

Choose the connection and encoder you need

Select the standard USB printer, the Ethernet configuration, or an option with a magnetic stripe or contactless/MIFARE encoder. These are distinct configurations: an encoder option does not automatically include Ethernet or a second encoder. Confirm your card technology and access-system requirements before ordering; printing a badge alone does not activate an access credential.

Design your cards before the first print run

IDP provides SMART IDesigner for card layout and issuance. It supports photographs, text and barcodes so you can build a consistent design for your organisation. Check the software and driver requirements for the computer you will use; specialist database or encoding work may need additional configuration.

Add a visual check to your cards

SmartMark lets you customise the clear overlay with a design, text or logo. UV printing is a separate capability requiring a compatible UV-panel ribbon and a UV light for inspection. Choose the ribbon for the effect you need; a standard colour ribbon does not automatically provide UV printing.

Frequently asked questions

Are cards and ribbons included? This is a printer-only listing; order compatible cards and ribbon separately. Can it print an access card? The card must have a suitable flat, printable surface and match the printer’s material and thickness requirements. For cards with uneven surfaces or embedded technology, ask Lesar to check the card first or consider a retransfer printer.

Help choosing your setup

Tell Lesar your expected card volumes, whether you need to print both sides and which system the cards must work with. We can help match the printer, cards and ribbon. Detailed technical values and the supplied accessories are listed in their own tabs.

Any computers, example cards or optional accessories pictured are illustrations of use; refer to the box-contents tab for included items.

Compatible supplies

Browse ribbons for this printer. Check the exact reference and print format before ordering.

IDP SMART-31S Single-Sided ID Card Printer
USB Cable
Ribbon Cartridge
Power Supply
Installation Disk & Setup Guide