Polycarbonate ID Card Material: The Performance Choice for High-Security Identification
Polycarbonate (PC) ID cards are identity credentials made from a thermoplastic polymer known for its strength, clarity, and thermal stability. Offering exceptional physical and chemical resistance, these cards are ideal for applications where longevity, security, and authenticity are critical. Their robust nature makes them a preferred choice for demanding environments such as industrial sites and outdoor access points.
Today, polycarbonate has become the global benchmark for high-security identification, with widespread applications across government, financial, and public security sectors:
E-Passports and National IDs require 5–10 years of service life. PC withstands repeated inspections, UV exposure, and extreme temperatures while integrating ICAO-compliant security features like laser-engraved ghost images and embedded fluorescent fibers.
Driver's Licenses face daily heat, pressure, and wear. PC maintains dimensional stability from -40°C to 120°C, ensuring data remains legible over time. For pre-printed designs, our Polycarbonate Non-Laser Transparent Overlay Film provides a clear protective layer that prevents abrasion and fading.
Corporate Badges and Student IDs survive thousands of swipes. The Non-Laser Overlay extends card life, reduces replacement costs, and resists scratches, moisture, and chemicals,ideal for high-frequency use.
Financial Cards and Access Badges demand chemical resistance and flexural strength. PC withstands abrasive cleaners, oils, and greases, making it suitable for banking and high-security credentials.
Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Credentials require resistance to harsh disinfectants. PC's inert surface endures repeated sanitization without yellowing or delamination.
Government Badges and Residence Permits benefit from PC's ability to integrate multiple security features while maintaining structural integrity.
Smart Card Inlays and Tachograph Cards rely on PC's low and controlled shrinkage during lamination, ensuring precise layer alignment for reliable chip integration.
To meet professional surface protection and personalization needs, we offer:
Polycarbonate Core White Sheet: 60–800μm thickness, standard sizes A3, 325×480mm, and 300×400mm. Ensures structural stability and strong interlayer bonding.
Polycarbonate Laser Overlay Film: 40–400μm thickness. Engineered for high-contrast laser engraving, ghost images, and microtext.
Polycarbonate Non-Laser Transparent Overlay Film: 40–400μm thickness. Offers optical clarity, abrasion resistance, and chemical protection,ideal for non-laser applications.
All materials feature tight thickness tolerances, low shrinkage, high flatness, and compatibility with standard printing and lamination processes—ensuring reliable performance across most card readers and printers.



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