Materials & Construction
At Bristol ID, we work with Passive RFID technology. The many material/construction options under this umbrella provide us with the ability to incorporate the industry’s latest technologies into a card to create a secure application.
Built for the Application
The material and construction of a card can influence everything from durability and longevity to security, appearance, and environmental considerations. Different applications often have different requirements, making material selection an important part of the decision-making process. Evaluating the demands of the application is often the first step toward selecting the right material and construction method.
Durable materials for daily performance
Design, data, and finishes to match your brand
Consistent quality with quick turnaround
PVC
100% Degradable PVC
Poly / Composite
Teslin
Adhesive Backed
Holographic Overlay
Recycled PVC
PVC
Description
Also known as polyvinyl chloride; it is a thermoplastic resin and is the most commonly used material in card manufacturing.
Product Details
- Durable
- Inexpensive
- Receptive to most print methodologies
- Suitable for a wide variety of card product
100% Degradable PVC
Description
Choose Bristol ID’s Degradable PVC Cards for an eco-friendly alternative that maintains durability and quality. Ideal for ID and membership cards, they help reduce your environmental impact.
Product Details
- More Eco-Friendly Material
- High Durability
- Reliable Performance
- Broad Applicability
- Designed for use with:
- Membership Cards
- ID Badges
- Event Credentials
- Promo Cards
Poly/Composite
Description
An optimized combination of PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) and PET (Polyethanol Tri-Chloride) to achieve superior durability.
Product Details
- Compared to PVC:
- Greater durability & flexibility
- Increased life expectancy
- Able to withstand lower & higher temperatures
- Recommended for use in lamination stations
- Designed for use with:
- Driver’s Licenses
- Border Crossing Cards
- Government ID’s
- Student ID’s
- ID Badges
Teslin
Description
A polyolefin plastic film used as the printed core layer of a card.
Product Details
- Waterproof
- Recommended material for custom shapes
- Variable information is printed sub-surface for maximum durability
- Designed for use with:
- Key tags
- Driver’s Licenses
- Event Badges
- Multi-Part Badges
- ID Badges
- Hangtags
Adhesive Backed
Description
A PVC card with a layer of adhesive and a paper or mylar release liner.
Product Details
- Available in CR79 & CR80
- Available in multiple thicknesses
- Can be customized with printing & security features
- Economical solution to customize high-value, pre-existing, or non-graphics quality cards
- Designed for use with:
- ID Badges
- Time & Attendance
- Access Control
Holographic Overlay
Description
Hand applied pressure sensitive clear polyester film with an embedded holographic image.
Product Details
- Size: CR79
- Low-cost security option
- Custom designs available
- 3 mil stock designs available:
- Eagle
- Key hole
- Secure world
- Shield & key
- 7 mil stock design available:
- Shield & key
- Suitable for a wide variety of card products
Recycled PVC
Description
An environmentally friendly option created from recycled PVC or degradable plastics that have the same look and feel as standard PVC cards.
Product Details
- As durable as PVC
- Cleaner, greener alternative
- Receptive to most print methodologies
- Suitable for a wide variety of card products