White Blank PVC Card for Inkjet and ID Card Printing

White Blank PVC Cards for Inkjet and ID Card Printing

Wallis supplies white blank PVC cards for employee ID badges, student cards, membership cards, loyalty cards, visitor passes, gift cards and other on-demand card-printing programs. Standard CR80 cards and customized sizes or thicknesses are available for distributors, card-printing companies and OEM buyers.

Buyers can select a card surface designed for compatible inkjet printing or a surface intended for direct-to-card thermal transfer, dye-sublimation or retransfer card printers. The correct card must be matched to the printer model, feed mechanism, accepted thickness, ink or ribbon system and required print durability.

PVC, PET and polycarbonate options can be discussed for different durability and production requirements. Magnetic stripes, RFID or NFC inlays, contact chips, signature panels, holes and other card structures are available as separate configurations rather than being included in every blank card.

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White Blank Card Specifications

Printer compatibility must be confirmed by exact model. A CR80 card that works in a thermal ID card printer may not be suitable for a desktop inkjet printer, while an inkjet-coated card may not deliver the intended result in every ribbon-based card printer.

Inkjet Printable vs. Thermal Card Printer PVC Cards

Confirm the Exact Printer Model

Brand names alone are not enough because manufacturers offer different printer technologies and accepted card specifications. Provide the complete model number and whether the printer uses ink, direct-to-card ribbons or retransfer film.

Confirm Card Thickness and Feed Tolerance

Standard CR80 cards are often 0.76 mm thick, but printers may support different thickness ranges. A 0.38 mm or 0.84 mm card should be verified against the printer’s feed and adjustment specifications.

Confirm Single- or Double-Side Coating

A card intended for double-sided inkjet printing requires a suitable printable coating on both faces. The coating side, drying behavior and print sequence should be tested before bulk purchase.

Test Ink or Ribbon Adhesion

Print density, drying time, scratch resistance and color depend on the card surface, consumable, printer settings and handling. Approve a printed sample using the actual production equipment.

Types of Printable White PVC Cards

Standard Plain Blank PVC Cards

Plain white cards are used for employee badges, visitor cards, student IDs, membership cards and other visual identification programs that do not require embedded electronics.

Inkjet-Coated PVC Cards

Inkjet cards use a surface coating designed for compatible ink absorption and image formation. Buyers should specify the printer, ink type, card tray, printable sides and desired surface effect.

Magnetic Stripe PVC Cards

A magnetic stripe can be added for compatible hotel, membership, loyalty, attendance or legacy swipe systems. HiCo or LoCo type, coercivity, stripe width, position and track encoding must be confirmed.

RFID and NFC Smart PVC Cards

Contactless cards contain a chip and antenna selected according to the reader frequency, protocol, memory and security requirements. RFID or NFC compatibility is not created by the white PVC surface alone.

Contact Chip Cards

Contact modules can be integrated for approved smart-card applications. Module type, cavity position, card thickness, chip operating system and personalization requirements should be defined.

PET and Polycarbonate Blank Cards

PET or polycarbonate materials can be considered when a project requires a different durability, environmental or personalization profile. Printing and lamination processes must be selected for the chosen substrate.

Blank PVC Card

Magnetic Stripe Card

Smart Chip Card

Key Features of Printable Blank PVC Cards

Consistent White Card Surface

A uniform white surface supports clear text, photos, logos, barcodes and color graphics when paired with the correct printer and consumables.

Standard CR80 Format

The CR80 format is approximately 85.6 × 54 mm, similar to a standard payment card, and is widely used by ID badge printers, wallets and card holders.

Multiple Thickness Options

Available 0.38 mm, 0.76 mm, 0.84 mm and custom thicknesses help address different printer, flexibility and card-construction requirements.

Single- or Double-Side Printing

Cards can be selected for one-side or two-side printing according to the surface coating and intended printer workflow.

Optional Smart and Security Features

Magnetic stripes, RFID or NFC inlays, contact chips, signature panels, QR codes, barcodes and serial numbers can be integrated when required by the project.

OEM Material and Packaging Options

Distributors and card-printing companies can discuss card material, dimensions, thickness, coating, box quantity, labels and export packaging.

Applications of White Printable Cards

Employee ID and Visitor Badges

Companies can print names, photos, employee numbers, departments and barcodes for staff, contractor and visitor identification.

Student and Campus Cards

Schools and universities can issue student identification, library, attendance or facility cards according to their printer and system requirements.

Membership and Loyalty Cards

Gyms, clubs, retailers and service businesses can produce customized cards with member numbers, branding, QR codes and promotional information.

Gift, Voucher and Promotional Cards

White cards provide a base for short-run gift cards, vouchers, event cards, promotional cards and campaign materials.

RFID, NFC and Access Cards

Smart-card constructions can combine a printable white surface with a magnetic stripe, contact chip or contactless inlay. The electronic technology must match the intended reader and software.

Hotel and Hospitality Cards

Hotels can order printable cards with compatible magnetic stripes or RFID chips. Lock brand, encoder, card thickness and system format should be tested before bulk ordering.

How to Print White Blank PVC Cards

Inkjet Printing Workflow

Use a card with an ink-receptive coating that matches the inkjet printer and tray. Confirm card orientation, coating side, thickness, print resolution, ink density and drying time before printing a full batch.

Direct-to-Card Thermal Printing

Direct-to-card printers transfer dye or resin from a ribbon onto the card surface. Select a CR80 PVC card with the material, thickness and finish accepted by the printer manufacturer.

Retransfer Printing

Retransfer printers first print the image onto transfer film and then apply the film to the card. This method can provide over-the-edge coverage and may be suitable for technology-rich or uneven card surfaces when supported by the printer.

Print a Qualification Sample

Test color, photo quality, barcode readability, edge coverage, drying, scratch resistance and card feeding with the actual printer, ink, ribbon or film before releasing the bulk card order.

Handle Cards by the Edges

Dust, oil and fingerprints can affect image quality and printer performance. Keep cards in protective packaging and handle printable surfaces carefully.

Card Material Selection

PVC for General ID and Membership Cards

PVC is widely used for standard ID, membership, loyalty and visitor cards because it supports common card-printing and finishing processes.

PET for Selected Flexible or Durable Applications

PET can be considered for projects requiring different mechanical or environmental properties. The printing coating and card-printer compatibility must be confirmed.

Polycarbonate for Advanced Personalization Projects

Polycarbonate is commonly evaluated for higher-durability credentials and specialized personalization. It may require different printing, lamination or laser-personalization equipment than standard PVC.

Composite Cards for Heat-Intensive Printing

Composite structures may improve dimensional stability in selected retransfer or lamination workflows. Confirm the composite ratio, surface layer and printer requirements before ordering.

PVC Card Manufacturing Process

Material and Surface Preparation

The card material, color, thickness and printable surface are selected according to the approved product specification and printing technology.

Printing or Coating

Depending on the product, the card may receive an inkjet-receptive coating, remain plain for card-printer personalization or be preprinted using offset or digital production.

Optional Chip or Antenna Embedding

RFID, NFC or contact-chip cards require a separate inlay or module process. Chip model, antenna, protocol and reading performance must be approved for the application.

Lamination and Card Cutting

Card layers are laminated and cut to the required dimensions and edge quality according to the approved construction.

Surface and Dimension Inspection

Inspection can include card dimensions, thickness, flatness, whiteness, scratches, dust, coating consistency and feeding performance.

Offset Printing

Chip and Antenna Embedding

Information Required for an Accurate Quotation

• Printer brand, complete model number and printing technology

• Card material: PVC, PET, polycarbonate or composite

• Card size, thickness and acceptable tolerance

• Inkjet coating, thermal card-printer surface or retransfer requirement

• Single-side or double-side printable surface

• Glossy, matte, frosted or other finish

• Plain, magnetic stripe, RFID/NFC or contact-chip structure

• Order quantity, sample requirement and recurring volume

• Box quantity, labels, export packaging and delivery destination

Send Your Printer and Card Requirements

Sample Testing and Quality Control

Printer Feeding Test

Confirm that the sample feeds smoothly through the intended printer without slipping, jamming, excessive static or thickness errors.

Print Quality Test

Evaluate solid colors, gradients, photos, fine text, QR codes, barcodes and edge coverage using the actual consumables and production settings.

Drying and Adhesion Test

For inkjet cards, check drying time, smearing and adhesion. For ribbon-based cards, inspect transfer uniformity, resin adhesion and retransfer-film bonding.

Dimension and Flatness Inspection

Card length, width, thickness, corner radius, flatness and edge finish should meet the agreed specification and printer tolerance.

Surface Cleanliness Inspection

Dust, scratches, dents, coating defects and contamination can affect printing. Protective packing should maintain surface quality until use.

Smart Feature Testing

When cards include a magnetic stripe, contact chip or RFID/NFC inlay, test the feature with the intended reader, encoder and application software.

Why Choose Wallis as Your Blank Card Supplier?

Multiple Materials and Thicknesses

Wallis can supply PVC, PET and polycarbonate card options in standard CR80 and customized thicknesses according to the project.

Printer-Specific Surface Selection

Buyers can discuss inkjet-coated, thermal card-printer, retransfer or other approved surfaces rather than relying on a one-surface-fits-all claim.

Plain and Technology-Enabled Cards

Product configurations can include plain cards, magnetic stripes, contact chips, RFID/NFC inlays and selected personalization features.

Sample Approval before Bulk Orders

Printer-specific sample testing helps confirm feeding, image quality, adhesion and card construction before production.

B2B and OEM Supply

Wallis supports distributors, wholesalers, card-printing businesses, system integrators and organizations requiring recurring blank-card supply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard size of a white blank PVC card?

The common CR80 format is approximately 85.6 × 54 mm. The standard 30 mil card is about 0.76 mm thick, although other thicknesses are available.

Can the cards be printed on both sides?

Yes, when the selected card has a suitable printable surface on both sides and the printer workflow supports double-sided printing.

Are inkjet PVC cards compatible with all Epson printers?

No. Compatibility depends on the printer model, card tray, accepted card thickness, ink system and card coating. Test the exact printer and card combination before ordering.

Are standard thermal PVC cards suitable for inkjet printing?

Usually not unless they have a compatible ink-receptive coating. Standard ribbon-printer cards may produce poor ink adhesion or feeding problems in an inkjet workflow.

Can the cards work with Zebra, FARGO or Evolis printers?

Suitable CR80 cards can work with compatible models, but card material, thickness, surface and printer technology must match the specific printer specification.

What thickness should I choose?

A 0.76 mm / 30 mil card is common for standard ID printers. Choose 0.38 mm, 0.84 mm or another thickness only after checking the printer’s supported range and the application requirement.

Can you supply magnetic stripe blank cards?

Yes. Specify HiCo or LoCo, coercivity, stripe width, color, position and whether magnetic-track encoding is required.

Can you supply RFID or NFC printable cards?

Yes. Provide the chip, frequency, protocol, reader model, card printer and encoding requirements so the card construction can be confirmed.

Are the cards waterproof?

PVC itself is water-resistant, but finished print durability depends on the coating, ink or ribbon, curing, lamination and exposure conditions. Special resistance requirements should be tested.

Can PVC blank cards be used outdoors?

They can be used for selected outdoor applications, but sunlight, heat, moisture and abrasion may reduce print life. Consider UV protection, overlamination or a more durable material when necessary.

Can I order a custom size or thickness?

Yes. Custom dimensions and thicknesses can be reviewed, but tooling, minimum order quantity and printer compatibility may differ from standard CR80 cards.

Should I test samples before a bulk order?

Yes. Print samples using the actual printer, ink or ribbon, settings and artwork to confirm feeding, color, drying, adhesion and barcode readability.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Send the printer model, printing technology, material, card size, thickness, printable sides, surface, card structure, quantity, packaging and delivery destination.