Different Types PVC Cards
PVC cards are any type of card that is made from plastic, including standard bank and credit cards. They can also be used for membership cards, loyalty cards, scratch cards, koy fob cards, telecom cards and proximity cards. They are durable and long-lasting, and they also can have have a magnetic strip printed onto the back, meaning they can be used to store information. There are several different types of PVC cards on the market. This article takes a look at some of the options out there.
Size
The traditional PVC card is 85.60mm × 53.98mm in size. This is a good option for people who need to be able to carry their card around, as it will easily fit into a wallet. It is possible to purchase smaller PVC cards that have a hole in them, so they can be attached to keyrings. Some fancier designs are available, including cards that are die cut into any shape, and cards that have rounded edges.
Style
There are several different finishing options available. You can get frosted cards, transparent PVC cards, metallic cards and matt laminated finished cards. You can have any black and white or coloured design printed onto a PVC card. Essentially what type of card you choose should reflect your company’s brand or the product or service it is linked to.
Features
The most common feature of a PVC card is a magnetic strip. There are also a number of features that will increase the security of the card, including holograms, invisible UV printing and chipped cards. You can also have embossed letters if your card is going to have important numbers on it. You can also have a barcode printed onto it. Scratch panels can be used when the person needs to reveal a special number that can be then used for a service, such as to top up their cell phone.
Environmentally Friendly
PVC is known for not being particularly environmentally friendly. If you are after a more ‘green’ option then you can purchase polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) cards. Almost all Visa cards are now made out of this material.
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