Entrust Sigma DS3 Installation And Administrator's Guide

40 Elements of Card Design
Standard Magnetic Stripe Non-Printing Area
The magnetic stripe typically is located on the back of the card.
The following table shows the standard measurements for magnetic stripes. Use these values if
you need to define a non-printing area. The non-print blocking area must extend outside the
magnetic stripe by 0.05 in (1.27 mm), indicated by the dotted lines.
Standard Smart Card Non-Printing Area
The smart card area typically is located on the front of the card.
The following table shows the measurements for a typical smart card chip. The smart card chip
can vary in size, shape, and location. Adjust these values based on the card stock you use. The
non-print blocking area must extend outside the smart card chip by 0.05 in (1.27 mm), indicated
by the dotted line.
Custom Non-Printing Areas
Use ID software, a custom application, or Card Printer Driver escapes to define custom non-
printing areas for one or more of the following:
 Blocking printing but not topcoat
 Non-standard areas, such as a preprinted logo or a signature panel
 More than one area on the same side of the card, such as a magnetic stripe and a
signature panel
A B C
3-track 5.0 mm 13.5 mm 86 mm
2-track 6 mm 9 mm 86 mm
Single-track (JIS) 7.5 mm 7.5 mm 86 mm
C
A
B
A B C D
19.5 mm 10 mm 13 mm 12 mm
A
B
C
D

Entrust Sigma DS3 Specifications

General

Print Resolution	300 dpi
Card Capacity Input Hopper	100 cards
Card Capacity Output Hopper	25 cards
Power Supply	100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Print Technology	Dye sublimation
Print Capabilities	Single or dual-sided
Card Thickness	0.010 inches to 0.040 inches
Supported Card Sizes	CR80 (85.6 mm x 54 mm)
Connectivity	USB and Ethernet
Operating System Support	Windows 7, 8, 10, Server 2008, 2012, 2016
Weight	5.49 kg (12.1 lbs)
Operating Temperature	15°C to 35°C (60°F to 95°F)
Operating Humidity	20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Print Speed	Up to 250 cards per hour (YMCKT)