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The Evolis Zenius Single Sided is a single-sided ID card printer from Evolis that prints a full-color card in 24 seconds. Bodno sells it from $1,258.99 as a complete kit with Bodno ID Card Software, a ribbon, cards and a photo ID camera. It works with Windows and Mac and has 2-year manufacturer coverage.
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Single Sided · Complete package with Bodno Bronze software
Everything you need to print your first card the day it arrives.
The Evolis Zenius includes a 200-print ribbon, blank cards, and Bodno Bronze Edition software for creating low-security ID cards right out of the box.
Prints sharp, full-color or monochrome ID cards with single-sided, direct-to-card printing.
Similar in size to the Pronto 100, this printer offers manual and automatic card-feeding.
User-friendly software featuring pre-made templates and intuitive drag-and-drop design capabilities for ease of use.
Backed by a 2-year warranty on the printer and 2 years of Bodno software support.
The add-ons Evolis Zenius customers order most, so you are ready on day one.
This printerEvolis Zenius ID Card PrinterBronze Edition$1,258.99
Handheld Slot Punch for CR80 PVC ID CardsPunches a clean slot so cards fit a clip, lanyard or reel.$34.99
Spare Evolis R5F002AAA Color RibbonYMCKO · 200 prints · Ribbon + 200 Cards$99.99
Bodno TotalCare, 5 yearsParts, labor and fast repairs if it ever stops working.| Brand | Evolis |
|---|---|
| Model | Evolis Zenius |
| Resolution | High-definition 300 DPI clarity |
| Print speed | Full Color YMCKO (24 sec), Black (7 sec) |
| Capacity | Input Hopper (50), Output Hopper (20) |
| Card Thickness | 10-30 mil |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Works with | Windows, Mac |
| Coverage | 2-year manufacturer coverage |
| If it breaks | |
| On the market since | |
| Software license | 3 years, one payment |
| Ribbon | Evolis R5F002AAA Color Ribbon for Zenius & Primacy, about $0.40 per card |
| Part number | ZeniusSSBB |
Evolis Zenius Single-Sided Photo ID System
Fast Printing - In Small Batches or Single Runs
Do you need a printer...
The Evolis Zenius just might be the perfect one for you. Compact, powerful and fast - it prints ID cards instantly, whenever and wherever you need them.
Ideal for: Front desks, small offices, clubs, and any team that prints cards occasionally.
Why you’ll love it: Fast. Affordable. High print quality. Cost-effective Evolis High Trust® ribbon options add durability and security.
Typical Applications: Student IDs, employee IDs, membership cards, loyalty cards, gift cards.
Enjoy Fast Output - In Batches or Single Runs
The Evolis Zenius prints a full-color card in about 24 seconds and a monochrome card in about 7 seconds. Or, you can print a single card on demand through the manual feeder in under 30 seconds flat.
Fits Perfectly into Any Work Space
The Zenius is perfect for any work setting. It’s light (7.3 lbs), compact (12.4” x 8.07” x 14.99”), and sports a sleek, modern design (including two exterior color options). As a space-saving feature and for easy access to cards, the input and output hoppers are both located on the front of the machine. Operating at a whisper sound level of 46 decibels, it is the quietest printer on the market.
Simple, Issue-Free Printing
Save your head space for things that really need your attention. The Zenius alerts you of print status on an easy to read LED display. The Evolis Premium Suite Software? displays cleaning, card and ribbon alerts as well as printer status directly on your computer. And easy-load ribbons are recognized by the printer, with no configuring necessary on your part.
Choice of of Evolis High Trust® Ribbons
Which ribbon option is best for you? Choose ribbon saver for monochrome printing to cut your costs significantly, and varnish ribbon with continuous or registered holograms for added security and durability.
Bodno A11 Full HD 1080p Photo ID Camera
Take High-Resolution Snapshots
The Bodno A11 camera captures Full HD 1080p (1920x1080) photos that transfer cleanly onto your photo ID badges. Brightness, contrast and exposure are adjustable, and low-light compensation is on by default. It’s plug-and-play with no driver to install: simply plug it into your computer’s USB port and it is ready for use.
Color Ribbon and Cards
Everything you need to be up-and-running. Within minutes.
Want to start printing immediately? The system comes with a full-color YMCKO ribbon for printing 200 images, plus 200 Bodno PVC cards and a 3-year license for the Bodno ID card design software. So you have everything you need to get started, now.
Against every ID card printer we carry, on the things that matter after you buy.
Every package includes Bodno ID Card Software. Most customers are happy with Bronze or Silver. Pick Silver if you print from a list of names.
See everything Bodno ID Card Software can do
| Bronze | Silver | Gold | Platinum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready-made card templates | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Add photos and edit them | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Print 1D barcodes and signatures | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Save cardholders to reprint later | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Works on Windows and Mac | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Import names from Excel or CSV | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Print QR codes | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Print 2D barcodes | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Take photos with automatic face cropping | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connect Access or SQLite databases | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connect your own database (ODBC) | – | – | – | ✓ |
| Encode smart, RFID and NFC cards (Windows) | – | – | – | ✓ |
| User permissions and audit logs | – | – | – | ✓ |
Schools, hospitals, offices and venues use Bodno printers to make their cards in house, the same day they need them.
Trade in your Evolis Zenius Single Sided, get $200 back on the Bodno A20
Single-sided, for everyday staff and student IDs
$1,595$1,395after your $200 trade-in rebate
Real reviews from real customers
“We use it to create both student IDs and teacher IDs, and the process is simple, professional, and efficient. The software is easy to navigate, even for users with limited design experience.… One of the things we appreciate most is how much time it saves.”
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“Angelo even gave me a quick tutorial on how to use the software. The images on the ID card printed amazingly. I would recommend this printer to anyone.”
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“We’ve seen great results using this printer for our office badges. The card quality is excellent and the colors are noticeably sharp. It was a breeze to set up our templates with the user-friendly software, and the print speed is a huge plus.”
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“Angelo was extremely helpful and fixed our error. He explained the errors and explained the reason the error accrued. Thank you”
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“Maricel provided outstanding customer support throughout the entire process. She was patient, professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to make sure the activation issue was fully resolved. Thanks to her assistance, the Magicard printer is now working perfectly.”
“I spoke with Bodno over the phone to place an order, and the experience was excellent. The representative was professional and courteous, my order was handled promptly, and everything was explained clearly.”
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“Maricel was very helpful with the setup process and support. We are a small private high school and only need 100 to 200 picture ID's a year. This is well built and easy to use.”
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“She was such a huge help and made the process as easy as possible and in such a timely manner. That is what customer service is about!”
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Questions before you buy? Call us and a Bodno specialist will help you pick the right package.
(732) 987-5300Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm ETRibbons and cleaning kits made for this printer. Order by 1 p.m. ET and they ship today.
The complete package includes the Evolis Zenius printer, Bodno ID Card Software, 300 blank PVC cards, a color ribbon that prints 200 cards, a photo ID camera. The Standalone option includes the printer and Bronze software, without ribbon or cards.
The Evolis Zenius works with Windows and Mac computers. Bodno ID Card Software runs on Windows and Mac. Smart card and RFID encoding in the Platinum edition is Windows only.
The Evolis Zenius comes with a 3-year license. One payment covers 3 years, with no automatic billing. Renew after year 3 to keep using it. Your activation code is emailed within 15 minutes of your order.
It is covered for 2 years. You can extend coverage to 5 years with Bodno TotalCare. Call (732) 987-5300 and we’ll take care of it.
About $0.40 per full-color card with the included ribbon, which prints 200 cards. Blank cards cost extra, and printing color on both sides uses two prints per card.
Yes. Email your purchase order to sales@bodno.com and we’ll process it for you. How purchase orders work. Tax-exempt? Email your exemption form to tax@bodno.com once before your first order, and after that your account checks out tax-free. How tax-exempt works. Approved business accounts can also get Net 30 terms.
Order by 1 p.m. ET, Monday to Friday, and it ships the same day. Shipping is free, and most orders arrive in 1–3 business days. Choose overnight at checkout if you need it sooner.
Yes. You have 30 days to return it. We pay the return shipping and there is no restocking fee.
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