Custom Plastic PVC cheap membership barcode card

Create professional membership, loyalty, VIP, discount, and identification cards with custom printed PVC. Our custom PVC membership barcode cards are designed for businesses, clubs, retail programs, fitness centers, hotels, events, and other applications that need durable plastic cards with personalized designs, barcodes, numbers, or additional security features.

Made from PVC and other available plastic materials, these cards can be customized in different sizes, thicknesses, finishes, printing methods, and functional options. A standard CR80 card provides a familiar bank-card format that is easy to carry and compatible with many card holders and card-reading systems.

Whether you need a simple printed membership card or a more advanced card with barcode, magnetic stripe, QR code, UID, or serial number, the card can be configured according to your project requirements.

Specifications

Custom PVC Membership Cards for Different Programs

A membership card is often more than a printed piece of plastic. It can help identify members, connect customers with a loyalty program, support access control, or provide special benefits.

Our custom PVC cards can be produced for a wide range of programs and business models.

The card design can be adapted to match your brand identity, membership structure, and application requirements.

Why Choose PVC for Membership Cards?

PVC is widely used for plastic cards because it provides a practical balance between printability, appearance, flexibility, and cost.

Compared with ordinary paper cards, PVC membership cards provide a more professional plastic-card appearance and are better suited to programs where members may carry and use the card repeatedly.

For recurring membership, loyalty, or access programs, a plastic card can provide a more consistent user experience.

CR80 Standard Card Size

The CR80 format is one of the most commonly used plastic card sizes. At approximately 85.5 × 54 mm, it has a similar footprint to a standard bank card.

This familiar format makes it convenient for wallets, card holders, membership wallets, and many existing card-handling environments.

If your business already uses standard card printers, holders, or readers, the CR80 format can also make card deployment easier. However, the exact compatibility should always be confirmed based on your equipment and application.

Custom Card Thickness

Different applications may require different card thicknesses. Our available range can be customized from approximately 0.3 mm to 2 mm depending on the selected material and production requirements.

The actual available thickness depends on the material, printing process, card construction, and final design.

Barcode Membership Card Options

A barcode can turn a printed membership card into a practical identification and tracking tool. A unique barcode can be associated with a member record in a business’s database or membership management system.

Different barcode formats may be selected according to the requirements of the customer’s software, scanner, and database.

The barcode content can be personalized according to the numbering system provided by the customer.

Before production, it is important to confirm the barcode format, data sequence, number range, and scanning requirements.

Barcode vs QR Code vs Magnetic Stripe

Different card technologies provide different ways to identify a customer or member. The best option depends on the existing system rather than simply choosing the most advanced technology.

If your existing membership system already uses barcode scanners, a barcode PVC card may be the most straightforward solution. QR codes can be considered when the system supports camera-based or QR scanning.

Magnetic Stripe Options

For applications that use magnetic card readers, a magnetic stripe can be added to the card.

The available options include HICO 2750 OE and LOCO 300 OE configurations. Magnetic stripe selection should be based on the requirements of the reader and card system.

When ordering magnetic stripe cards, provide the required stripe type, track information, encoding specifications, and any applicable data format so the card can be produced correctly.

Professional Full-Color Printing

The card surface can be customized with your company logo, brand colors, membership information, promotional graphics, photographs, text, and other artwork.

Available printing methods include offset printing, silk screen printing, digital printing, and UV printing.

Different printing processes are suitable for different designs and production requirements.

The final printing method can be selected based on artwork, quantity, variable data, and required visual effects.

Glossy, Matt, and Frosted Finishes

The surface finish can significantly influence the appearance and tactile feel of a membership card.

A glossy surface provides a smooth and bright appearance, while a matt finish creates a more subdued and professional look. Frosted surfaces can be used when a distinctive semi-transparent or textured visual effect is required.

The surface treatment should be selected together with the artwork and intended card usage.

Special Card Finishes

For brands looking for a more distinctive membership card, additional visual effects can be considered.

Depending on the project, options may include gold or silver foil, holographic effects, diamond effects, transparent areas, mirror effects, and other customized finishes.

These features can be used selectively rather than covering the entire card. For example, a logo or membership level can be highlighted with foil while keeping the main card design simple.

A premium finish can help differentiate VIP, loyalty, or membership tiers.

Variable Data and Personalized Cards

Membership programs often require every card to carry unique information. Instead of producing identical cards, variable data can be incorporated into the production process.

Possible personalized elements include:

• Member numbers
• Serial numbers
• Barcodes
• QR codes
• UID numbers
• Names
• Dates
• Membership levels
• Other customer-provided data

For variable-data projects, the information should be supplied in a structured format so that each card can be matched with the correct data.

Transparent PVC Membership Cards

Transparent PVC can create a modern alternative to conventional white plastic cards. Transparent or partially transparent areas can be incorporated into the card design to create visual depth and a distinctive brand appearance.

This style can work particularly well for premium membership cards, event passes, creative loyalty programs, and brands that want their cards to stand out from standard plastic cards.

The transparency level and printing effect should be confirmed according to the selected material and artwork.

PVC, ABS, PET, and Transparent PVC

PVC is not the only material available for custom plastic cards. Depending on the application, ABS, PET, or transparent PVC may also be considered.

The appropriate material depends on the required appearance, thickness, printing method, mechanical properties, and intended use.

Membership Card Design Guidelines

A good membership card design should make important information easy to recognize while maintaining a strong brand appearance.

A typical front side may include the company logo, membership program name, brand graphics, and member name. The back can contain a barcode, QR code, member number, terms, website, contact details, or other relevant information.

Keep the barcode or QR code area sufficiently clear and avoid placing important scanning elements too close to decorative graphics.

For variable-data cards, the artwork should also allow enough space for personalized information.

Membership Card Features at a Glance

The following combination can be used to configure a card according to different business requirements:

Not every project needs every feature. Selecting only the functions required by your system can help keep the card practical and easy to use.

Applications of Custom PVC Barcode Cards

Custom barcode cards can support many types of customer and membership programs.

Gyms and Fitness Centers: Use unique member numbers and barcodes for member identification and check-in.

Retail Stores: Combine membership or loyalty identification with a barcode for customer lookup and rewards programs.

Clubs and Associations: Produce professional member cards with unique numbers, membership levels, or expiration information.

Hotels and Hospitality: Use customized cards for selected identification, promotional, or access-related applications.

Events: Create event passes, VIP cards, or attendee identification cards with barcodes or QR codes.

Corporate Programs: Produce employee, visitor, or internal identification cards with customized data.

How to Order Custom PVC Membership Cards

Preparing the correct information before production can make the ordering process more efficient.

1. Confirm the Card Size

Specify whether you need the standard CR80 size or another custom dimension.

2. Select the Material and Thickness

Choose PVC, transparent PVC, ABS, PET, or another suitable option together with the required thickness.

3. Prepare Your Artwork

Provide your logo, graphics, text, colors, and other design requirements in a production-ready format where possible.

4. Confirm Functional Features

Specify whether you need a barcode, QR code, magnetic stripe, UID, serial number, signature panel, or other options.

5. Provide Variable Data

For personalized cards, provide the member numbers, barcode data, names, or other information required for each card.

6. Confirm the Final Specifications

Before mass production, review the size, thickness, artwork, numbering, barcode information, surface finish, and other specifications.

Custom PVC Card vs Standard Printed Card

Choosing between a basic printed card and a functional membership card depends on how the card will be used.

A simple printed card may be enough for visual identification, while a barcode or encoded card is more suitable when the card needs to interact with a membership or access system.

Quality Considerations Before Production

For a successful custom card project, visual quality is only one part of the process. Functional compatibility is equally important.

Check the following before placing an order:

• Card dimensions
• Material
• Card thickness
• Surface finish
• Printing requirements
• Barcode format
• Barcode data
• Magnetic stripe type
• Encoding requirements
• Variable data
• Artwork accuracy
• Scanning compatibility

For barcode applications, testing the final barcode with the intended scanner is especially important.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PVC membership barcode card?

A PVC membership barcode card is a plastic identification card printed with membership information and a barcode. The barcode can be linked to a customer’s or member’s record in a business system.

What is the standard PVC card size?

The common CR80 format is approximately 85.5 × 54 mm, similar to the size of a standard bank card.

Can the membership cards have unique numbers?

Yes. Customized serial numbers, member numbers, UID numbers, and other variable information can be incorporated according to the project requirements.

Can you add a barcode to every card?

Yes. Barcode printing can be used for personalized cards. The required barcode type and data should be confirmed before production.

Can PVC membership cards include a magnetic stripe?

Yes. Magnetic stripe options are available, including HICO and LOCO configurations. The required type and encoding information should be confirmed according to the card-reading system.

Can I customize both sides of the card?

Custom printing can be arranged according to the selected card construction and production requirements. Artwork for both sides should be supplied when two-sided printing is required.

What surface finishes are available?

Common options include glossy, matt, and frosted finishes. Special effects can also be considered for suitable projects.

Can I order transparent membership cards?

Transparent PVC is available as a material option. It can be combined with customized printing and selected visual effects to create a distinctive card design.

Can the card be used for access control?

The card can be configured with different identification or encoding features depending on the access-control system. Compatibility should be confirmed with the specific reader and system before production.

What information should I provide for a custom card?

At minimum, provide the desired card size, material, thickness, artwork, quantity, printing requirements, and any functional features such as barcode, QR code, magnetic stripe, or numbering.

What is PVC card?

A PVC card is a plastic card composed of a graphic-quality version of a known as polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It is known for its durability, flexibility and versatility. PVC cards are generally considered the best solution for producing ID cards.

What is a PVC ID card?

A PVC (polyvinyl chloride) card is a typical ID card. These cards are used for identification, credit/debit cards, membership cards, access cards, and more.

What is a magnetic stripe card?

Mag stripe card technology is a reliable, durable, and versatile way to create useful security cards and badges, ID cards, membership cards and a host of other uses. In particular, magnetic stripes excel over other technologies because of their:

What is a PVC ID card?

A PVC (polyvinyl chloride) card is a typical ID card. These cards are used for identification, credit/debit cards, membership cards, access cards, and more.

What is the standard size of a PVC ID card?

Standard ID Card Size. CR80 cards are 3.375″ x 2.125″ (the same size as a credit card) and are the standard, most commonly used size of PVC card. CR100 cards are a whopping 3.88″ x 2.63″ – that’s 42% larger than a standard CR80 card, making them easier to see from a distance and too big to hide in a wallet.

What is a plastic key tag?

Plastic key tags offer your customers the unique opportunity to have your card with them at all times, allowing them easy access and use, and a card that is rarely lost. We’re here to help.

Request Your Custom PVC Membership Card

A well-designed plastic membership card can combine brand recognition, member identification, and practical scanning functions in one compact card.

Whether you need standard CR80 PVC membership cards, barcode loyalty cards, VIP cards, discount cards, transparent cards, or customized cards with magnetic stripes and variable numbering, the specifications can be tailored to your application.

Send your card size, material, thickness, artwork, quantity, barcode or encoding requirements, and any special finishing requirements to discuss the right configuration for your project.