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HID
SKU: 096528
HID 096528 HDP5000e Dual-Side Printer with Contact
Dual-sided card printer with integrated contact smart card encoder
- Prints both card sides simultaneously at up to 150 cards/hour, cutting issuance time.
- Built-in OMNIKEY 5122D encoder personalizes contact smart cards without external hardware.
- Network print server connectivity enables shared, centralized deployment across facilities.
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HID
SKU: 096532
HID 096532 HDP5000e Dual-Side Printer with Contact
Dual-sided color printer with contact smart card encoder for enterprise issuance
- 300 dpi HDP dye-sublimation delivers sharp dual-sided color and laminated output.
- Embedded OMNIKEY 5122D encodes ISO 7816 contact smart cards inline during issuance.
- USB 2.0 and Ethernet with internal print server simplify network deployment.
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HID
SKU: 096600
HID 096600 HDP5000e Single-Side ID Card Printer
Single-side ID printer, 133 cards/hour, dye-sublimation color output
- Prints 133 full-color CR-80 badges per hour, keeping high-volume issuance on schedule.
- 300 dpi HDP dye-sublimation output delivers 16.7M colors with fade-resistant, peel-proof results.
- Over-the-edge CR-80 printing with 2-year warranty suits long-term enterprise deployment cycles.
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HID
SKU: 096609
HID 096609 HDP5000e Single-Side Printer Base w Encd
Single-side printer with integrated OMNIKEY 5127 encoder for multi-credential issuance
- Integrated OMNIKEY 5127 SI-USB encoder removes need for external encoding hardware.
- Encodes HID Prox, iCLASS SE, MIFARE, DESFire, and Seos credentials on one platform.
- USB connectivity and single-pass printing streamline deployment in access control workflows.
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HID
SKU: 096620
HID 096620 HDP5000e Single-Side Printer with Single
Single-side card printer with integrated lamination for ID programs
- 300 dpi HDP dye-sublimation delivers sharp, high-fidelity credential prints.
- USB 2.0 and Ethernet with internal print server enable flexible network deployment.
- Integrated single-pass lamination extends card life against wear, moisture, and UV.
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HID
SKU: 096629
HID 096629 HDP5000e Single-Side Printer with 5127
Single-sided printer with integrated contactless encoder and lamination
- Prints and encodes HID iCLASS/iCLASS SE credentials in one pass, eliminating separate encoder hardware.
- 300 dpi HDP dye-sublimation with built-in lamination produces tamper-resistant, finished cards on-device.
- USB 2.0 and Ethernet with internal print server support flexible deployment in networked issuance environments.
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HID
SKU: 096640
HID 096640 HDP5000e Dual-Sided Card Printer
Dual-sided card printer with 133 cards/hour and single-pass duplex
- HDP5000e dual-sided card printer with duplex printing
- Up to 16.7 million colors, 256 shades per pixel
- Over-the-edge printing on CR-80 cards
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HID
SKU: 096660
HID 096660 HDP5000e Dual-Side Printer with Single
Dual-sided card printer with 133 cards/hr for high-volume ID issuance
- Prints dual-sided color credentials at 133 cards/hr for sustained production runs.
- 300 dpi HDP dye-sublimation engine delivers photographic-quality ID imagery.
- USB 2.0 and Ethernet with internal print server support flexible network deployment.
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SKU: 096680
HID 096680 HDP5000e Dual-Side Card Printer with Dual Lamination
Dual-side card printer with integrated lamination, 133 cards/hour
- Prints both card sides simultaneously at 133 cards/hour, yielding ~1,000 credentials per shift.
- Integrated dual-side lamination module delivers tamper-evident overlays without separate equipment.
- Hybrid dye-sublimation and thermal resin engine handles photo IDs and barcode overlays in one pass.
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HID
SKU: 096695
HID 096695 HDP5000e Dual-Side Printer with Dual-Sid
Dual-side color printer with integrated lamination and multi-tech encoding
- Prints and laminates both card sides in one pass, cutting multi-step issuance overhead.
- Encodes iCLASS SE, MIFARE, and DESFire credentials in a single issuance cycle via USB.
- Integrated OMNIKEY 5127SI-USB encoder is platform-specific; not interchangeable with 5121/5125.
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HID
SKU: 1321
HID 1321 All-Photo Style Photo Pouch
All-photo vinyl pouch for standard HID photo ID cards
- Full-face vinyl pouch keeps photo and issuer data visible at every checkpoint.
- Durable polymer construction resists moisture and flex wear across shift changes.
- Fits standard HID photo ID cards; integrates with existing issuance workflows.
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HID
SKU: 1346LNSAN
HID 1346 Proxkey III L-prog. N-black With Grey Insert. Includes HID Standard Artwo - 1346LNSAN
- Passive, battery-free fob integrates with any HID proximity reader without gateway hardware.
- Supports up to 85-bit formats with 137B+ unique codes, eliminating credential collision at scale.
- Keychain form factor resists body shielding and metal interference in warehouse environments.
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HID
SKU: 1431LGGNNM
HID 1431LGGNNM / HID Mifare Prox Prog F-gloss B-gloss NO Mifare# NO Slot Match
- Dual 125 kHz / 13.56 MHz operation lets existing prox readers accept the card immediately.
- Programmable prox format matches your site code and card numbering without controller changes.
- CR80 PVC composite supports dye-sublimation printing for direct badge personalization.
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HID
SKU: 2000HPGGMV
HID 2000HPGGMV/ Iclass 2K/2 SR Prog Iclass F-gloss B-gloss Match Iclass # Vert
- Passive RF credential requires no battery, pairing, or commissioning steps.
- Over 137 billion unique codes eliminates collision risk in large multi-site deployments.
- Compatible with all HID proximity readers supporting iClass 2K/2 format encoding.
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HID
SKU: 20NKS-00-00L5T1
HID 20NKS-00-00L5T1 Signo 20 Blk/slvr PIG CRD PFL STD MA
- Pigtail wiring enables embedding in kiosks, turnstiles, and retrofit enclosures.
- OSDP v2 Secure Channel and Wiegand support broad panel compatibility out of box.
- IP65-rated for indoor/outdoor use; operates from -35 to 65 C without degradation.
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HID
SKU: 44260
HID 44260 Cleaning Rollers 3-Pack for C30/M30/DTC Card Printers
Keep C30/M30/DTC printers clean with 3-pack roller sets, no tools
- Three roller sets per box reduce reorder frequency in high-volume card issuance environments.
- Compatible with C30, M30, and DTC series printers, consolidating spare-parts inventory.
- Removes dust, card fibers, and residue that cause color banding, streaking, and poor lamination.
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Credentials
Credentials are the identifiers used to grant access through readers and access control systems. Select cards, key fobs, and credential formats that align with your reader technology, security requirements, and facility-wide standardization.
Plan Your Deployment
- Credential type (cards, fobs, or mobile credentials)
- Compatibility with your readers and control platform
- Facility standardization across sites and door groups
- Enrollment workflow and replacement process planning
- Security level requirements (basic vs encrypted formats)
- Access Control Overview
- Readers and Authentication
- Request credential recommendations
Credentials — Engineering-Grade Credential Reading for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 0 working models of credentials sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.
What to Look For
Credential technology drives reader choice. Legacy 125 kHz prox is easy to clone with off-the-shelf tools and should be retired wherever security matters. 13.56 MHz contactless (HID iCLASS Seos, Mifare DESFire EV2/EV3) uses encrypted mutual authentication and is the current standard. Multi-format readers buy migration flexibility but cost more per door and consume more current.
Form factor and mounting decide installation cost and aesthetic fit. Mullion-mount readers fit narrow door frames; wall-mount readers offer larger antennas and longer read range. Indoor versus outdoor (IP65/IP67) ratings drive housing choice. Backlit keypads, LED indicators, and audible beep volume affect usability — operator complaints almost always trace back to ergonomics, not the controller logic upstream.
OSDP support is now baseline for any new reader purchase. OSDP brings encrypted communication, tamper detection, and over-the-wire firmware updates. SIA OSDP Verified compliance (and OSDP Secure Channel) signals interoperability with controllers across vendors. Wiegand-only readers should be reserved for retrofit-only situations where pulling new cable isn't feasible.
Biometric and facial recognition readers add convenience but introduce template management, lighting requirements, and accuracy/false-rejection tradeoffs. Plan enrollment workflow, GDPR/BIPA compliance for stored biometric templates, and lighting upgrades at the reader site. Hybrid readers — credential + biometric — are common for compliance-sensitive environments where two-factor at the door is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far away can a credential be read?
13.56 MHz contactless reads at 2-4 inches with standard antennas. Long-range UHF readers (433 MHz, 900 MHz) read at 5-30 feet and are common in parking, vehicle ingress, and hands-free entry applications. The tradeoff is security — longer-range reads create larger opportunities for relay attacks. Match read range to the use case and confirm reader-credential pairing before mass-issuing credentials.
Can I read multiple credential types on one reader?
Multi-format readers (HID multiCLASS SE, ASSA OSDP multi-tech) support 125 kHz, 13.56 MHz, and mobile credentials simultaneously. They cost roughly 30-50% more than single-format readers but eliminate the credential-migration cliff. For organizations issuing mobile credentials alongside cards or transitioning from legacy prox, multi-format is almost always the right choice.
What's the difference between iCLASS Seos and Mifare DESFire?
Both are encrypted 13.56 MHz contactless standards used in modern access control. HID iCLASS Seos is HID's proprietary platform — broad reader ecosystem, mobile credential support via HID Mobile Access. Mifare DESFire EV2/EV3 is an open NXP standard used by many independent vendors and transit systems. Choose based on which controller/reader ecosystem you've committed to; performance is comparable.
How long do credentials last?
Physical cards last 5-7 years under normal pocket-and-purse use. Key fobs typically last longer, 7-10 years. Battery-powered active credentials (UHF tags) are limited by battery life, often 3-5 years. Mobile credentials don't have physical wear but require active phone OS support. Build credential replacement into annual budget; lost-card replacement runs $5-25 per card depending on technology.
Are biometric readers reliable enough for primary entry?
Modern fingerprint and facial recognition readers achieve very low false-reject rates (under 1% with good enrollment) and false-accept rates well below 1 in 100,000. They're reliable enough for primary entry in most commercial applications, with two important caveats: lighting and angle requirements for facial readers are strict, and a small minority of users have fingerprints that don't enroll reliably. Always pair biometrics with a credential fallback path.
Need help choosing? Talk to a Senior Specialist — direct line 877-277-7147 or request a quote.