The document describes the KimAlDi reverse transfer printer for printing high-definition cards. The reverse transfer printing process involves first printing an image on a varnish layer which is then transferred to the card through a lamination process, allowing for printing on card materials that traditional dye-sublimation cannot be used for such as PVC, composite PVC, polycarbonate, and PET cards. The KimAlDi printer offers over-the-edge printing at 600 dpi, dual-sided printing, card input and output hoppers that hold 250 cards each, and a printing speed of 144 cards per hour. It is designed for high volume printing of more than 20,000 cards per year.

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2. The premium Retransfer printer for high definition cards
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3. Reverse Transfer printing (printing concept)
Two-step printing
Print the ‘mirror’ image onto a ‘varnish’ layer
 Color ribbon (YMCK, YMCKK, …)
 Clear (or holographic) Transfer film
Transfer the printed varnish to the card through
a lamination process
 PVC, Composite PVC,
Polycarbonate, PET cards
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4. ReTransfer applications
Several main drivers to use ReTransfer technology
 Non-PVC card material
 Dye sublimation on PVC cards only
 ReTransfer is suitable for ABS, Polycarbonate (PC) and most of the PET cards
 Extended card lifespan
 Requires PC cards (7-10 years lifespan)
 Government ID’s and some Corporate ID’s
 Non-Flat cards
 When chip cards are not flat
 No dye-sublimation possible in the chip area (blank zone)
 ReTransfer allows printing close to the chip
 Real Edge-to-Edge printing
 Dye sublimation doesn't print at the edge of the card (due to cutting of PVC cards)
 ReTransfer covers the entire card surface:
• Ideal for dark card backgrounds
• Not required when cards are pre-printed
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5. Product Overview and Main specification
Over-the-edge printing
Over-the-edge printing
600 dpi
600 dpi
Dual-sided printing standard
Dual-sided printing standard
Input hopper: 250 cards
Output hopper: 250 cards
Input hopper: 250 cards
Output hopper: 250 cards
Card thickness: 30mil
Card thickness: 30mil
144 c/h , one color side (YMCK)
144 c/h , one color side (YMCK)
LCD control panel
USB 2.0 & Ethernet
LCD control panel
USB 2.0 & Ethernet
Full encoding options
Full encoding options
Flattener
Flattener
Electronic lock
3-year warranty
Electronic lock
3-year warranty
Lifetime for print head
Lifetime for print head
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6. A unique Evolis technology
RFID
Protection
Printer can be locked in a
split-second by removing
the key
Recognition
Ribbon auto-setting when
installed in the printer
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7. Key benefits and selling points for users
 Heavy duty printer:
Large capacity hoppers,
Large capacity ribbons and transfer film
Fast printing
Suitable for mid to long runs in full
autonomy
 High definition printing: 600dpi
Crisp and high definition images
Micro texts and shadow images
 Secure operation
Electronic lock
Optional mechanical key lock
 Designed to last
Robust assembly
3Y Warranty
Lifetime warranty on the printhead
FLAWLESS
PRINTING
MEDIA
COMPATIBILITY
MULTIPLE
ENCODING
OPTIONS
MAXIMUM
ENDURANCE
ENHANCED
SECURITY
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8. Additional benefits for Partners
HIGH-END
PRODUCT
SECURED
BUSINESS
EVOLIS SUPPORT
 High-end product
•Reliable
•Fully featured as standard: Duplex, High printing
performance, Electronic lock
 Secure consumable business
•Area code for supplies through RFID key
•Project code allocation if needed (Project qualification)
 Evolis support
•ERC certification
•Supported by regional Evolis Services team (EMEA,
AMERICAS, APAC)
•Evolis standards for documentation, help and technical
documentation
•SDK and Project integration as per existing Desktop range
(from 2014)
•Regional Logistic centers and Repair centers
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9. Target Application
For volumes > 20K cards/year
First step:
 ID Corporation
 Banking
 Bureau Services
 Universities
 Membership
 Loyalty
Second step:
 Governments
 Administrations
 Secured credentials
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10. Catalogue
Factory mounting encoding options:
Magnetic ISO 3-track encoder
Evolis HID VeriCLASS dual chip encoder
Evolis – SCM dual chip encoder
Other models to be released in a second step:
Springcard CrazyWriter HSP
Gemalto GemPC USB-TR
Omnikey Cardman 5121
Additional printer options:
Mechanical locking system
Reject box
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11. Catalogue
Film and Ribbons
 Clear Film for transfer (500 prints / roll)
 Color Ribbon for single-sided printing: YMCK (500 prints / roll)
 Color Ribbon for dual-sided printing: YMCKK (400 prints / roll)
 Color Ribbon with UV panel: YMCFK (400 prints / roll)
 Color Ribbon for PC, ABS, PET-g cards: YMCKH (400 prints / roll)
 Color Ribbon for smart and magnetic stripe cards: YMCKI (400 prints / roll)
Cleaning kits
Adhesive cards
Swabs
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12. Compromiso y flexibilidad con el canal
Kimaldi Electronics S.L.
Ctra. De Rubí 292-B Pol. Ind. Can Guitard
08228 Terrassa (Barcelona)
Tel: + 34 93 736 15 10 – Fax: +34 93 7361511
kimaldi@kimaldi.com - www.kimaldi.com
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