Magicard 300 ID Card Printer, Duo
Printer Specifications
Print Technology:
Dye-sublimation, Rewrite Technology
Print Resolution:
300dpi
Print Speed:
160 Full Colour Cards Per Hour
720 Monochrome Cards Per Hour
Card Capacity:
100 Card Input Hopper
70 Card Output Hopper
Warranty:
3 Years
Printer Support Packages
For peace of mind after your card printer purchase, we give you 30 days of free email support to help you get up and running.
Or you can choose to upgrade to one of our Aftercare Support Packages to receive expert professional support all year round.
Silver Package - £45 per year
- Email and Telephone Support across printer and software*
- Access to online support library
- 10% off printer consumables (cards, ribbons, cleaning kits)
Gold Package - £145 per year
- Next Day Email and Telephone Support across printer and software*
- Access to online support library
- 15% off printer consumables (cards, ribbons, cleaning kits)
- Remote printer set-up assistance
- Remote access support for troubleshooting
- Zero labour costs if your printer needs repairing
- Loan printer if your printer needs to be returned for a repair.
*Easybadge and CardPresso software only.
For peace of mind after your card printer purchase, we give you 30 days of free email support to help you get up and running.
Or you can choose to upgrade to one of our Aftercare Support Packages to receive expert professional support all year round.
Silver Package - £45 per year
- Email and Telephone Support across printer and software*
- Access to online support library
- 10% off printer consumables (cards, ribbons, cleaning kits)
Gold Package - £145 per year
- Next Day Email and Telephone Support across printer and software*
- Access to online support library
- 15% off printer consumables (cards, ribbons, cleaning kits)
- Remote printer set-up assistance
- Remote access support for troubleshooting
- Zero labour costs if your printer needs repairing
- Loan printer if your printer needs to be returned for a repair.
*Easybadge and CardPresso software only.
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Why Choose the Magicard 300 Duo ID Card Printer?
The Magicard 300 Duo ID card printer is a mid-volume, automatic double-sided ID card printer designed for organisations printing up to 10,000 cards per year. It’s ideal for businesses, schools, and membership organisations that need professional ID cards with information on both sides, without the manual step of flipping cards. The Magicard 300 Duo delivers reliable performance, consistent print quality, and efficient day-to-day operation.
Who Is the Magicard 300 Duo Best For?
The Magicard 300 Duo is best suited to organisations that regularly print double-sided ID cards and want a faster, more streamlined workflow.
It’s a strong fit for:
- Schools, colleges, and academies issuing student and staff ID cards with information on both sides
- Businesses and offices producing staff ID cards with policies, access details, or instructions on the reverse
- Membership organisations printing cards with branding on one side and member details on the other
- Teams upgrading from manual double-sided printing who want to save time and reduce handling errors
- Organisations printing up to 10,000 cards per year that need consistent, professional results
If your cards require content on both sides and card printing is a regular task, the Magicard 300 Duo is the more efficient long-term choice.
Magicard 300 Duo Key Printer Features
The Magicard 300 Duo combines fast print speeds, high-quality output, and automatic double-sided printing, making it ideal for organisations producing professional ID cards on a regular basis.
Print Quality
High-definition print quality ensures the Magicard 300 Duo produces clear, professional ID cards with sharp images and vibrant colour on both sides of the card. Ideal for staff ID cards, student cards, membership cards, and visitor passes.
Fast Print Speeds
The Magicard 300 Duo prints monochrome cards in as little as six seconds and full-colour cards in approximately 23 seconds, with automatic double-sided printing keeping batch production fast and efficient.
Made in UK
The Magicard 300 Duo is built using high-performance materials and advanced components at Magicard’s headquarters in Dorset, United Kingdom, offering reliability backed by UK-based manufacturing.
Secure Printing
Featuring Digital Shredding™ to destroy data after printing and the Magicard HoloKote® watermark, the Magicard 300 Duo adds strong visual and data security to every card.
How Many Cards Can the Magicard 300 Duo Print Per Year?
The Magicard 300 Duo is designed for organisations printing up to 10,000 cards per year, placing it firmly within the mid-volume ID card printer category.
Its automatic double-sided printing makes it especially well suited to organisations producing cards with information on both sides, such as staff ID cards, student IDs, and membership cards. If double-sided printing is part of your regular workflow, the Duo helps maintain speed and consistency without additional handling.
Magicard 300 Duo vs Low Volume ID Card Printers
If you’re currently using an entry-level ID card printer, the Magicard 300 Duo offers clear advantages once card printing becomes a regular task.
Compared to low-volume entry-level printers, the Magicard 300 Duo provides:
- Automatic double-sided printing with no manual card flipping
- Faster, more consistent batch printing
- Greater durability for ongoing use
- Better suitability for growing organisations
Entry-level printers are ideal for occasional printing, but for regular double-sided cards, the Magicard 300 Duo offers a far more efficient and reliable solution.
| Printer Type | Magicard 300 Duo | Low Volume (Entry-Level) ID Card Printers |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended annual volume | Up to 10,000 cards per year | Up to 1,000 cards per year |
| Print speed | Fast – efficient batch printing with automatic double-sided output | Slower – best for occasional printing |
| Printing method | Automatic double-sided printing | Single-sided only |
| Build & durability | Designed for frequent, ongoing use | Light-duty use |
| Best suited for | Schools, offices, and organisations printing double-sided ID cards | Small teams with infrequent ID card needs |
| Long-term scalability | ✔ Built to support growing card volumes | ✖ May become limiting as demand increases |
What’s Included with the Magicard 300 Duo?
When you order the Magicard 300 Duo ID card printer, everything you need to get started is clearly outlined, with no hidden extras.
Printer Only:
- Magicard 300 Duo automatic double-sided ID card printer
- Driver installation disk
- Starter ID card software
- USB cable
Printer Bundle:
- Magicard 300 Duo automatic double-sided ID card printer
- 200 print YMCKO ribbon
- Entry-level design software (up to 100 records)
- 100 blank cards
- Driver installation disk
- USB cable
Possible add-ons:
Custom HoloKote®, magnetic stripe encoding, smart card encoding, and visual security HoloPatch®.
If you require additional features with your Magicard 300 Duo, please get in touch with us. We’ll help you choose the right setup for your organisation and how you’ll be using the printer.
Is the Magicard 300 Duo Right for Your Organisation?
The Magicard 300 Duo is a strong choice if your organisation prints ID cards regularly and needs automatic double-sided printing as part of everyday operations.
It’s likely a good fit if:
- You print double-sided ID cards on a regular basis
- Your organisation produces up to 10,000 cards per year
- You want to remove manual card flipping from the process
- You need consistent, professional-quality results
- You’ve outgrown an entry-level printer
If you’re still comparing options, the 60-second Printer Finder Quiz can help confirm whether the Magicard 300 Duo - or another model - is the best fit for your needs.
Magicard 300 Video Overview
This feature video provides an overview of the Magicard 300 Duo ID card printer, highlighting print performance, ease of use, and its suitability for organisations with regular card printing requirements. It’s designed for schools, businesses, and membership organisations that need reliable, mid-volume ID card production.
Magicard 300 Duo Specifications
Print Technology:
Dye-sublimation, Rewrite Technology
Print Resolution:
300dpi
Print Speed:
160 Full Colour Cards Per Hour, 720 Monochrome Cards Per Hour
Card Capacity:
100 Card Input Hopper, 70 Card Output Hopper
Physical Dimensions (LxWxH):
16in x 8.5in x 9.5in
Weight:
10.9lbs
Connectivity:
USB & Ethernet
Warranty:
3 Years
Magicard 300 Duo – Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to help you decide if the Magicard 300 Duo is the right double-sided ID card printer for your organisation.
Usage, performance & suitability
Common questions from organisations printing ID cards regularly.
How many cards can the Magicard 300 Duo print per day?
The Magicard 300 Duo is designed for regular, ongoing use and can comfortably handle daily card printing as part of normal operations. It’s well suited to printing cards in batches, making it ideal for schools, offices, and membership organisations with frequent ID card needs.
Is the Magicard 300 Duo suitable for schools and colleges?
Yes. The Magicard 300 Duo is widely used in schools and colleges that issue student and staff ID cards with information on both sides. Its automatic double-sided printing saves time and ensures consistent results during enrolment periods.
Can the Magicard 300 Duo print staff ID cards and photo IDs?
Yes. The Magicard 300 Duo is ideal for printing staff ID cards, photo IDs, membership cards, and visitor passes. Its print quality ensures clear images and readable text on both sides of the card.
Comparisons & buying decisions
Helping you choose the right Magicard printer.
What’s the difference between the Magicard 300 Duo and Magicard 300 Uno?
The Magicard 300 Duo prints on both sides of the card automatically in a single pass. The Magicard 300 Uno is a single-sided printer and requires manual card flipping to print double-sided cards.
Is the Magicard 300 Duo better than entry-level ID card printers?
Yes, for organisations printing cards regularly — especially double-sided cards. The Magicard 300 Duo offers faster speeds, greater durability, and automatic double-sided printing compared to entry-level models.
Setup & running costs
Practical questions about ownership and operation.
Is the Magicard 300 Duo easy to set up?
Yes. The Magicard 300 Duo is designed for straightforward setup with USB and Ethernet connectivity. Most organisations can install the printer and begin printing cards quickly without specialist technical knowledge.
How do I work out the running cost of the Magicard 300 Duo?
To calculate running costs, divide the ribbon price by the number of prints and add the cost of a blank card. This gives you a per-card cost and helps you understand the long-term cost of ownership.
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