SMART-Bit Foil Ribbon Shredder
SMART-Bit Foil Ribbon Shredder
SMART-Bit Foil Ribbon Shredder
Securely destroy retransfer film, indent foil, & tipping foil used in high-security id programs
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Designed for Retransfer Film & Foils
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Protect Sensitive Financial Data
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Compact Desktop Design
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Supports Enterprise Credential Programs
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Virtually Maintenance Free
Reliable Performance for Growing ID Programs
The SMART-Bit Foil Shredder is a professional security solution designed to securely destroy used retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil generated during high-security credential production. By permanently destroying these consumables after printing, organizations can help protect sensitive cardholder information, reduce the risk of credential fraud, and strengthen their overall credential security program.
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Purpose-built for organizations using retransfer ID card printers, the SMART-Bit Foil Shredder helps prevent personal information and credential images from being recovered from discarded retransfer film or security foils. Its compact desktop design makes it easy to integrate into daily issuance workflows while supporting compliance with organizational security policies and data protection requirements.
Whether producing government IDs, financial cards, healthcare credentials, employee badges, or secure access control cards, securely disposing of used printing materials is an essential part of the credential issuance lifecycle. The SMART-Bit Foil Shredder provides a simple, reliable solution for protecting sensitive information long after a card has been printed.
For organizations printing with the SMART-81D Retransfer ID Card Printer or SOLID-810 Retransfer Printer, the SMART-Bit Foil Shredder is the ideal companion for securely disposing of used retransfer consumables. If you’re looking to destroy used dye-sublimation printer ribbons instead, explore the SMART-Bit Plus Ribbon Shredder. You can also learn more about the advantages of retransfer printing in our Direct-to-Card vs. Retransfer Printing Guide.
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Printer Comparison
| SMART-Bit Plus Ribbon Shredder | SMART-Bit Foil Film (Current Shredder) | |
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| Speed | Max. 20 meters/minute | Max. 12 meters/minute |
| Shredder Bin Capacity | Holds up to Seven (7), 250 Print Ribbons per Bag | Holds up to Seven (7), 250 Print Ribbons per Bag |
| Shreddable Ribbon Type | Dye-Sub CR80 Ribbon Shredder | Dye-Sublimation Ribbon, Resin, Wax Ribbon AND Tipping, Indent, and Retransfer (INTM) Foils |
| Installable Ribbon Diameter | Max. 80mm | Max. 90mm |
Key Benefits
Secure Foil Disposal
Destroy used retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil after card production.
Protect Sensitive Information
Reduce the risk of confidential data being reconstructed.
Enterprise Security
Ideal for financial, government, and enterprise credential issuance.
Easy Daily Operation
Simple loading with minimal operator training.
Compact Desktop Design
Fits easily into secure issuance workspaces.
Features
Ideal For
Enterprise Security
Healthcare organizations
K-12 schools & Universities
Government agencies
Financial institutions
Casinos
Transportation
Secure Manufacturing
Frequently asked questions
High-security credential programs often rely on retransfer film and specialty foils that can retain sensitive printed information after use. The SMART-Bit Foil provides a dedicated solution for securely destroying these materials, helping organizations strengthen data protection, support internal security procedures, and maintain confidence in their credential issuance process.
The SMART-Bit Foil is specifically designed to securely shred used retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil used in retransfer card printing and financial card personalization. It destroys these materials into tiny, unrecognizable pieces to help protect sensitive cardholder information after printing.
The SMART-Bit Plus is designed to shred used dye-sublimation printer ribbons, while the SMART-Bit Foil is purpose-built for retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil. Each shredder is engineered to securely destroy the specific consumables used in its respective card printing technology.
Unlike standard printer ribbons, retransfer film contains a full reverse image of every printed credential, which may include names, photographs, account numbers, employee information, or other sensitive personal data. Disposing of used film without securely destroying it can create unnecessary security risks. The SMART-Bit Foil Shredder helps organizations permanently destroy used retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil, supporting secure credential issuance from printing through disposal.
No. The SMART-Bit Foil is specifically designed for retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil. For securely destroying used dye-sublimation printer ribbons, IDP recommends the SMART-Bit Plus Ribbon Shredder.
The SMART-Bit Foil is commonly used by organizations that issue high-security credentials, including:
- Financial institutions
- Government agencies
- Casinos and gaming operations
- Healthcare organizations
- Corporate security departments
- Centralized card issuance facilities
- Service bureaus
Yes. The SMART-Bit Foil is an ideal solution for financial card issuance environments where retransfer film, indent foil, or tipping foil is used during card personalization. It helps organizations securely dispose of used consumables while protecting sensitive cardholder information.
The SMART-Bit Plus is designed to shred used printer ribbons.
The SMART-Bit Foil is specifically designed to shred retransfer film, indent foil, and tipping foil used in retransfer and financial card printing applications.
The SMART-Bit Foil helps protect sensitive information by securely destroying used retransfer film and specialty foils that may contain residual cardholder data. Proper disposal reduces the risk of unauthorized access, data reconstruction, and information theft while supporting secure credential issuance practices.
The SMART-Bit Foil is designed to be virtually maintenance free. Routine maintenance is limited to periodically emptying the waste bin and following the recommended operating guidelines for long-term, reliable performance.
Yes. The SMART-Bit Foil features simple, user-friendly operation. Users simply feed the used retransfer film or foil into the shredder, and it automatically processes the material into secure, micro-cut particles for easy disposal.
Retransfer film and specialty foils used during card personalization can retain sensitive cardholder information after printing. Securely shredding these materials is an important step in protecting confidential data, reducing the risk of identity theft, and supporting your organization’s overall information security program.
The SMART-Bit Foil is backed by 1-Year Warranty.
