{"id":4604,"date":"2022-05-25T08:53:45","date_gmt":"2022-05-25T07:53:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4311"},"modified":"2024-11-13T23:12:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T22:12:24","slug":"common-card-printer-faults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/common-card-printer-faults\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Common ID Card Printer Faults and How to Fix Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>ID card printers can be complicated pieces of equipment and from time to time, you might run into some issues. Understandably, this can become pretty frustrating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the ID experts, we&#8217;re here to help. In this blog post, we&#8217;re looking at the most common ID card printer faults and how to fix them. Let\u2019s begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The most common ID card printer problems and how to fix them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Task-1-C025-Blog.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Task-1-C025-Blog.jpg\" alt=\"how to fix white lines down cards id card printer\" class=\"wp-image-4317\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poor print quality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s white lines or bumps or spots appearing on your ID cards, seeing any defects can be extremely frustrating, not to mention expensive if you have to reprint cards. It&#8217;s important to note that streaky cards occur when the machine hasn&#8217;t been able to reach these areas and not because the printer is printing white ink down cards. There are various potential causes of poor print quality, including dust or debris getting stuck in your printer or using bad quality cards or consumables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to fix poor print quality:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean the ID card printer and printhead with a compatible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/id-card-printers\/printer-cleaning-kits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cleaning kit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the printer power supply to make sure the machine is getting enough power<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only use high quality, compatible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/plastic-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">plastic cards<\/a> and consumables with your printer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ID card jams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like regular printers can be prone to paper jams, ID card printers can be prone to card jams. A card jam can occur if dirt gets stuck in your machine, or if the cards you&#8217;re printing on are too big or too small for the printer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to fix an ID card jam:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the printer cover and locate the jam. Try turning the machine\u2019s rollers to release the card<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean your ID card printer to ensure there is no excessive build-up of dust or debris<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check which size cards are compatible with your printer. Most printers accept CR80 credit card sized cards, so if you\u2019re using CR79 cards, your printer may not be compatible. You can check the printer&#8217;s specification sheet to see what size cards the machine accepts. Additionally, you can find out more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/id-card-sizes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">size of ID cards<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ID card printer not connecting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be pretty annoying when your printer doesn\u2019t connect. Printer connection issues can be caused by a few things, including the wrong power supply being used or improper driver installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to fix ID card printer connection issues:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure you are using the correct power supply<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check that the ID card printer driver has been downloaded correctly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/broken-printer-ribbon-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-4324\" src=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/broken-printer-ribbon-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"how to prevent ID card printer ribbon from breaking\"><\/a><\/figure><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broken printer ribbon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your printer ribbon breaks prematurely, this might be a symptom of another underlying issue. Before replacing the ribbon, you might want to consider doing the following to prevent any future ribbons from breaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to prevent a broken printer ribbon:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-891f7371\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-52c4991b\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Make sure the ribbon is inserted properly into the machine<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-86b13926\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Check that the ribbon you are using is compatible with your printer model<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-aa1e108f\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Regularly clean your ID card printer to stop dust or debris from building up in the machine<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-d2c8894c\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Only use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/id-card-printer-ribbons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">genuine card printer ribbons<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faulty printhead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A faulty printhead can cause further print quality issues and can even lead to expensive repair costs. Follow the below tips to prevent a faulty printhead from occurring in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to prevent a faulty printhead:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly clean the machine and printhead to prevent the build-up of any dirt and only use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/id-card-printers\/re-transfer-printers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">retransfer printer<\/a> to print onto access control cards. The raised chip of these cards can damage the printhead of a direct to card printer if direct contact is made. You can find a more detailed insight into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/card-printer-printhead-issues\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">printhead issues and how to fix them<\/a> here<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we&#8217;ve discussed the most common ID card printer issues and how to fix them, you should have an understanding of what to do if any of the above issues occur. You&#8217;ll also have an insight into how to prevent the above issues from happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s have a quick recap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In a nutshell, here&#8217;s how you can prevent most ID card printer issues:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-43902201\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-97ed8315\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Regularly clean your ID printer and printhead<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-8f143dbd\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Make sure you are using the correct power supply<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-0b8f947c\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Only use genuine, high quality cards, ribbons and consumables<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-ab259c8f\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Only use products that are compatible with your printer<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-fe2085a8\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Check that your printer driver and firmware have been downloaded correctly<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, we offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/photo-id-card-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professional photo ID card printing service<\/a> that allows you to sit back and relax while we print your cards for you. Our 5 star service is ideal for those printing low volumes of ID cards or only issuing cards a few times a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From design to print to delivery, our team takes care of the whole process. Don&#8217;t just take it from us, the results speak for themselves. We&#8217;ve issued over 1 million printed cards so far and are ready to print our next million, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you decide to go for an ID card printer or opt to use our service, you&#8217;re sure to receive excellent service and outstanding results, every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Experts in Photo ID Card Printing Solutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve helped over 25,000 customers choose the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/id-card-printers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ID card printers<\/a> and printing solutions for their requirements over the last 3 decades. We&#8217;d love to help you, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every ID card printer purchased with Digital ID comes with free lifetime email support, a video tutorial library and free telephone support for the first 30 days. We also have additional support packages available to purchase, giving you complete peace of mind. Support packages include priority telephone support, an annual printer service to ensure the machine is working correctly and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Give us a call on <strong>0800 988 2095<\/strong> or email us at <a href=\"mailto:sales@digitalid.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sales@digitalid.co.uk<\/a> to speak to a member of our expert team today. Our experts have all the knowledge and know-how of our printing solutions and are always happy to help. We&#8217;ll speak to you soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalid.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-the-life-expectancy-of-an-id-card-printer\">What is the Life Expectancy of an ID Card Printer?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ID card printers can be complicated pieces of equipment and from time to time, you might run into some issues. 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