How to customize pvc id card？

Do you know PVC ID cards? It can also be called a badge card.Maybe you are wearing one on your chest right now. Maybe you received one from the organizer when you attended an event. Or maybe you were prevented from entering the event venue because you didn't have the relevant id card.

In short, PVC id cards have been integrated into our lives and are closely related to us. So do you know how PVC id cards are made? What are the benefits of using PVC materials to make id cards?

If you want to know more about PVC id cards, you can use this as a beginner's guide.

What is a PVC id card?

Polyvinyl chloride is abbreviated as PVC. I won't go into too much detail about its chemical composition here. You just need to know that it has many excellent features.

1. Lightweight, easy to carry and use

2. It has good waterproof and moisture-proof properties, adapts to various humid environments, effectively prevents corrosion and moisture erosion, and maintains the integrity and functionality of the card.

3. Flame retardant, providing certain safety guarantees in emergency situations such as fire

4. Wear-resistant and fold-resistant, able to withstand frequent use and friction, and extend service life

5. Good stability, not easy to change color due to environmental changes, and can maintain the beauty and recognition of the card for a long time.

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) ID card is a plastic card made of this material, usually used for identification, authentication and management. It is widely used in various occasions.

So what kind of preparations do you need to make if you need to customize a PVC ID card? Are there any specific precautions?

To make a PVC ID card, design is the first step. Designers use specialized software such as PS (Adobe Photoshop), CDR (CorelDRAW), AI (Adobe Illustrator), etc. to create the visual effects of the card, including company logos, photos and personal information.

You can also use some template websites to make designs, such as Canva, and change the information through the templates on the website. This also has some limitations, such as being unable to change the card background. Change the position of the information, etc.

In addition to the above two methods, choosing a merchant who can design and customize PVC ID cards for free is the easiest way. This not only saves the time cost of designing, but also allows the ID card to meet the ideal appearance to the greatest extent.

When making ID cards, choosing the size is also very important.

CR80 is the most popular standard ID card size, which is 3.375 inches x 2.125 inches. The size of a CR80 card is also the same as a credit card. Different manufacturers have different standard sizes for ID cards. For example, our standard sizes are 3.937 x 2.756 inches, 4.72 x 3.15 inches, and 5.118 x 3.543 inches.

Here is a question. I wonder if you can think of the answer? Why do different manufacturers have different standard sizes for ID cards?

If you often customize, you may know that there is a word called "mold". The existence of molds can make the production of products more convenient and efficient, and can also reduce the error between the products produced. The cost of making molds is high. If you only make a few or dozens of products. Then the cost of each single one is very high. Therefore, the so-called standard sizes of various manufacturers came into being. Manufacturers study the commonly used sizes in the market and find out the uses of people for the products. Make molds of certain sizes in advance, which can greatly reduce production costs.

How about it, did you guess the answer?

For people with a relatively well-proportioned body, it is OK to wear any ID card. However, for people who are fat or strong, it is easy to have difficulty wearing a regular ID card. The punching method of the ID card is particularly important.

Generally speaking, people choose flat holes to make PVC ID cards. However, according to different needs, other punching methods also appear. Such as round holes, double round holes, etc.

From the above picture, we can see that the accessories that match the ID card with the card string are different. If the accessories that match the round hole are matched with the ID card with the flat hole, the accessories will slide between the flat holes and cannot be fixed well. Then the effect of wearing it will be greatly reduced. In short, we should choose the punching method according to the card string and the purpose.

I have heard such a question: How durable are PVC ID cards?

If you have read this from the beginning, you should know that the material used to make PVC ID cards is very strong and durable, which makes PVC ID cards last for many years. However, I still have to remind you to be careful when choosing the card surface.

The surface effects of the card are divided into glossy, matte and frosted.

The glossy surface effect makes the color of the card look brighter. The reflectivity is relatively strong, it can achieve a mirror effect, and the surface is very smooth.

 The matte surface effect is exactly the opposite of glossy. The reflectivity of the card surface with a matte surface effect is very weak, even in places with strong light.

Cards with frosted surface effects are also non-reflective. Compared with cards with glossy and matte surfaces, they have a grainy feel when touched and have a very good texture.

So how to choose the right card surface?

If it is for long-term use, it is recommended to use a card with a frosted surface effect. The frosted surface is not easy to be worn or scratched, and can retain the original appearance of the card for a longer time. If it is for aesthetics, you can choose a glossy surface or a matte surface. Especially the glossy surface can maximize the brightness of the color of the card. But its disadvantage is that the surface of the card is very easy to be scratched. If it is used for a long time, the scratches on the card will greatly affect the appearance. Therefore, if you need to meet both long-term use and not easy to be scratched. A matte finish is ideal.

In addition to choosing from the surface of the card, it is also a good idea to consider the color of the ID card.

If the base color of the ID card is white, you can choose any surface effect. Because even if it is scratched, you will not find the scratches if you don't look closely. Another great advantage of choosing white as the base color is that as the same color as the material, it will not fade no matter how long it is used.

The above is a reference for choosing cards. The type of cards you make depends on your own needs.

Is this the end of the ID card production?

If you do not need to apply the ID card to the access control system, then the answer is yes. If you want to apply the PVC ID card to the access control system, then you can continue reading.

The working principle of PVC ID card applied to access control system

The working principle of PVC ID card mainly relies on two technologies: magnetic stripe and RFID technology.

magnetic stripe：This technology is more commonly used in hotels for access cards or barbershops for membership points. Open your wallet and you can see the magnetic stripe on the back of your bank card or credit card. The magnetic stripe needs to be used with the system.

RFID：This technology allows wireless reading of card information and is commonly used in access control and tracking systems. RFID cards have a microchip embedded in them, and when they are brought close to a reader, the chip sends a signal to verify the identity.

Regardless of the technology, it needs to be used in conjunction with the device system.

Application of PVC ID Cards

PVC ID cards are widely used in various industries, including:

● Enterprise management: employee ID cards are used for identity recognition and access control to ensure company security.

● Educational institutions: student ID cards can be used for library book borrowing, restaurant consumption, etc. to enhance campus management.

● Medical industry: patient identification cards help hospitals quickly obtain patient information and improve service efficiency.

● Membership management: gyms, shopping malls and other places use membership cards to manage customers and provide personalized services.

Conclusion

PVC ID cards have become an important tool for modern identity identification and management due to their durability, customizability and versatility. Whether in a business, school or other institution, PVC ID cards can effectively improve management efficiency and security. Understanding the working principle and application of PVC ID cards will help you make better use of this tool and bring more convenience to your organization.

FAQS

What’s the difference between RFID and NFC

Both RFID and NFC technology operate on the principle of transmitting and receiving data through radio frequency. However, one major difference between RFID and NFC is their range of communication between the chip and the reader.

While data stored in RFID can be read by the reader from a long distance , NFC are perfect for short-range data transfer. Another key difference between the two technologies is that RFID wristbands can only be scanned using RFID readers whereas NFC can be read using a NFC-enabled smartphone.

how print the pvc id card by myself ?

If you plan to print PVC ID cards at home or in the office, make sure you have a printer designed specifically for plastics, otherwise, your equipment is likely to be damaged. Secondly, you need to confirm what kind of printer your printer is. Is it a ribbon printer, UV printer or inkjet printer? After confirming the printing equipment, purchase the corresponding PVC blank ID card. Then print out the PVC ID card you designed. If you want to refer to how to design and print, you can watch the following video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwfvt84D3VE

Read our article on PVC card to know more.