Description
IDE WF76-PC Blank White Polycarbonate ID Cards – 30mil CR80
The IDE WF76-PC Blank White Polycarbonate ID Cards are durable 30mil CR80 cards designed for professional identification and secure credential applications where longer card life and greater material strength are required than with standard PVC cards.
Manufactured from polycarbonate material, these blank white cards provide the standard CR80 credit-card size used throughout the identification industry while offering the durability, heat resistance, and security capabilities associated with polycarbonate credentials. They are well suited for retransfer printing, secure ID production, and compatible laser-engraving applications.
What Are Polycarbonate ID Cards?
Polycarbonate ID cards are identification cards manufactured from a highly durable thermoplastic material rather than conventional PVC. Polycarbonate is commonly selected for long-life and high-security credentials because it provides excellent strength, dimensional stability, heat resistance, and support for advanced personalization methods such as retransfer printing and laser engraving.
WF76-PC Quick Specifications
| Brand | IDE |
| SKU | WF76-PC |
| Product Type | Blank White Polycarbonate ID Card |
| Card Material | Polycarbonate |
| Card Size | CR80 / ISO ID-1 |
| Dimensions | Approx. 3.375" × 2.125" / 85.6 × 54 mm |
| Thickness | 30mil / Approx. 0.76 mm / 760 micron |
| Card Color | Blank White |
| Printing | Suitable for compatible retransfer and other approved card-personalization systems |
| Laser Engraving | Polycarbonate is commonly used for compatible laser-engraved credential applications |
| Quantity | 100 Cards |
Why Choose Polycarbonate ID Cards?
Polycarbonate is selected when credential durability is a higher priority than with a conventional PVC badge. The material offers excellent resistance to heat, flexing, cracking, and everyday handling.
Because of these properties, polycarbonate is widely used for credentials intended to remain in service for several years and for applications requiring advanced security personalization.
Key Features
- Durable polycarbonate card construction
- Standard CR80 credit-card dimensions
- 30mil standard ID card thickness
- Blank white credential surface
- Excellent dimensional and heat stability
- Ideal for long-life identification programs
- Suitable for compatible retransfer printing
- Supports advanced secure personalization applications
Polycarbonate ID Cards vs. PVC Cards
| Feature | Polycarbonate Cards | Standard PVC Cards |
| Durability | Very high; intended for longer-life credentials | Good for standard everyday ID applications |
| Heat Resistance | Higher | Lower |
| Retransfer Printing | Well suited | Printer-dependent; composite materials are often preferred for high-heat applications |
| Laser Engraving | Commonly used for compatible laser-personalized credentials | Generally not the preferred material |
| Typical Applications | Secure IDs, long-life credentials, government and high-durability applications | Employee IDs, memberships, visitor cards, loyalty cards and general badging |
Printing on Polycarbonate ID Cards
Polycarbonate cards are particularly well suited for retransfer ID card printing. Retransfer printers first print the image onto a transfer film and then apply the image to the card using heat and pressure. Polycarbonate's heat resistance makes it a strong material choice for this process.
Printer compatibility should always be verified before ordering. Card material, surface treatment, ribbon type, printer technology, and personalization method can all affect print performance. Confirm that your specific printer and consumables are approved for polycarbonate card stock.
Polycarbonate Cards for Laser Engraving
Polycarbonate is widely used in high-security credential programs because compatible laser-personalization systems can permanently mark information within the card structure rather than simply printing information onto the outer surface.
This makes polycarbonate especially attractive for secure credentials where durability, tamper resistance, long card life, and permanent personalization are important considerations.
Common Applications for Polycarbonate ID Cards
- Long-life employee ID cards
- Government identification
- Secure identification credentials
- Healthcare identification programs
- Corporate security credentials
- Transportation credentials
- Educational and institutional IDs
- High-use access badges
- Retransfer-printed ID cards
- Compatible laser-engraved credentials
Standard CR80 30mil ID Card Size
WF76-PC polycarbonate cards use the standard CR80 ID card format, measuring approximately 3.375 inches × 2.125 inches (85.6 × 54 mm) with a thickness of approximately 30mil / 0.76 mm. CR80 is the familiar credit-card-size format used for employee badges, access credentials, secure IDs, and many other professional identification applications.
Polycarbonate ID Card FAQs
What is a polycarbonate ID card?
A polycarbonate ID card is a plastic identification credential manufactured from durable polycarbonate material. Polycarbonate is commonly selected for long-life, high-security, retransfer-printed, and laser-personalized identification applications.
Are polycarbonate cards more durable than PVC cards?
Yes. Polycarbonate generally provides greater durability, heat resistance, and long-term dimensional stability than standard PVC, making it well suited for credentials expected to remain in service for several years.
Can polycarbonate ID cards be printed?
Yes. Polycarbonate cards are commonly used with compatible retransfer printers and other approved personalization systems. Always confirm card-material compatibility with the specific printer, ribbon, and printing process before ordering.
Can polycarbonate ID cards be laser engraved?
Polycarbonate is widely used for compatible laser-engraved identification credentials because laser personalization can create highly durable, permanent cardholder information within the card structure.
What size are these polycarbonate cards?
These cards are standard CR80 size, approximately 3.375 inches × 2.125 inches (85.6 × 54 mm), with a nominal thickness of 30mil.
Are polycarbonate cards the same as composite PVC cards?
No. Polycarbonate cards are made from polycarbonate material, while composite cards typically combine PVC with another material such as polyester. Both can offer greater heat resistance and durability than standard PVC, but they are different card constructions.
Verify Printer Compatibility Before Ordering
Polycarbonate card compatibility varies by printer technology and consumable configuration. Before ordering WF76-PC cards, verify that your printer manufacturer approves 30mil polycarbonate card stock for the printer, ribbon, transfer film, or personalization process you plan to use.
Why Buy Polycarbonate ID Cards from ID Enhancements?
ID Enhancements, Inc. supplies blank identification cards, ID card printers, ribbons, retransfer films, access credentials, and card-production supplies for organizations nationwide - and has for over 30 years! Our team can help confirm card size, material, thickness, and availability prior to ordering.
Related Blank ID Card Materials
ID Enhancements also offers standard blank white PVC cards, composite PVC cards, magnetic-stripe cards, adhesive-backed cards, and other specialty card materials for professional ID badge and credential production.
