What’s one thing you can do that will help your ID card printer run better, keep print quality up, and prevent expensive or time-consuming down time for your ID card system while you are waiting for the printer to be repaired? Regularly clean your ID card printer!

Ignoring the important step of cleaning your print can lead to long-term problems that can lead to repairs or replacements later on.

Can I Disinfect My Printer?

As cleaning and disinfecting become more important, you can also clean the outside of the printer – as long as you’re careful. Do not spray or pour cleaners directly onto your printer, instead power down the printer and then dampen a cloth and gently wipe down the printer.

To disinfect, use one of these solutions:

  • Isopropyl alcohol (70% solution at a minimum)
  • Unexpired household bleach (5-6% sodium hypochlorite) – 1/3 cup of bleach diluted in 1 gallon of water

The CDC recommends wearing disposable gloves when cleaning, and to wash hands after gloves are removed. Get more tips about disinfecting from the CDC.

What Comes in a Cleaning Kit

ID Printer Cleaning Kits from Leading Manufacturers

A few minutes of printer maintenance can save you time and money down the line, but what actually comes in these cleaning kits? While the specific products will vary by manufacturer and printer, in general you will get:

  • Printhead cleaning pens
  • Extra long and/or short cleaning cards
  • Swabs
  • Wipes
  • Cleaning cloths
  • Cleaning rollers
Each cleaning kit will list the printers it is compatible with, so always check that information to make sure it will work with your ID card printer.

Supplies for All Manufacturers

ID Card Group carries all the cleaning kits you need from major printer manufacturers

Cleaning kits are designed for the specific cleaning needs of the printer, and come with everything you need to clean and maintain your ID card printer.

Questions?

If you need help choosing the bes ID card printer cleaning kit for your organization’s needs, call our ID experts at 877-868-0012 or email [email protected]. We’ll make it easy for you!

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