Inkjet Printable Plastic Blank PVC Card

Inkjet Printable CR80 Blank PVC Cards

HSQY inkjet printable blank PVC cards are finished-size white CR80 cards with an ink-receptive surface developed for compatible inkjet card-printing systems.

The standard card measures 85.5 × 54mm with a thickness of 0.76mm ± 0.02mm, approximately 30 mil. The coated surface helps compatible inkjet inks wet, absorb and dry more effectively than on ordinary untreated PVC.

These printer-ready cards are suitable for employee ID cards, membership cards, loyalty cards, student cards, visitor cards, promotional cards and other professional personalization programs.

Inkjet compatibility is not universal. Buyers should provide the printer brand and model, PVC card tray or feeding system, ink type and required printable sides before bulk purchasing.

What Is an Inkjet Printable PVC Card?

An inkjet printable PVC card is a pre-cut plastic card with a specially prepared surface designed to receive compatible liquid ink. This coating distinguishes it from an ordinary blank PVC card intended for other card-printing technologies.

The ink-receptive coating helps control ink wetting and spreading and can support photographs, logos, names, text, barcodes, QR codes and other personalized graphics when used with a suitable printer, card tray and ink system.

Because the card is already supplied in finished CR80 format, it can be printed directly using a compatible inkjet card-feeding system. It does not require the printing, lamination and card-cutting workflow used for A4 or A5 PVC card-making sheets.

Inkjet Printable PVC Card Product Images

Inkjet Printable CR80 PVC Card

PVC Blank ID Card

White PVC Material for ID Cards

Inkjet Printable CR80 PVC Card Specifications

The following specifications describe the standard finished inkjet-printable CR80 card. A4, A5 and other larger PVC formats are card-making sheet products and should be specified separately.

Inkjet PVC Card vs Standard Blank PVC Card

Why Ink-Receptive Coating Matters

Ink Wetting and Absorption

The coating is designed to receive compatible ink and control droplet spreading more effectively than an untreated PVC surface.

Color Density

A suitable coating and ink combination can support strong color density for photographs, logos, text and other personalized graphics.

Fine Detail Reproduction

Compatible inkjet cards can be evaluated for photographs, small text, barcodes and QR codes where image definition is important.

Drying Performance

Drying time depends on the coating, ink chemistry, ink coverage, printer settings, temperature and humidity. Printed cards should dry fully before stacking or heavy handling.

Printer, Card Tray and Ink Compatibility

Inkjet CR80 printing depends on the complete printing system. A card that performs well with one printer, tray and ink combination should not automatically be assumed compatible with every inkjet printer.

Single-Sided vs Double-Sided Inkjet PVC Cards

How to Print Inkjet CR80 PVC Cards

1. Confirm Printer Compatibility

Verify that the printer can work with a CR80 PVC card tray or another supported card-feeding system.

2. Confirm the Card Tray

Use a tray designed for the specific printer model and confirm that it supports the selected card thickness.

3. Identify the Printable Surface

For single-sided coated cards, confirm which surface has the ink-receptive coating before placing the card into the tray.

4. Handle the Card Carefully

Avoid touching the printable surface with bare fingers. Dust, skin oil and fingerprints can influence ink wetting and image quality.

5. Select Tested Printer Settings

Set the resolution, media option, ink volume and other parameters according to the actual printer, ink and card coating.

6. Print the Card

Print the required photographs, names, logos, barcodes, QR codes or other authorized personalization data.

7. Allow Complete Drying

Allow the printed surface to dry completely before stacking, heavy handling or printing the reverse side.

8. Inspect the Finished Card

Check color density, photograph quality, fine text, barcode readability, ink adhesion and overall surface condition before beginning a larger production run.

Key Features of Inkjet Printable PVC Cards

• CR80 Finished Size: Pre-cut card format for compatible inkjet card-feeding systems.

• 0.76mm Thickness: Approximately 30 mil for commonly used credit-card-size applications.

• Ink-Receptive Surface: Designed to receive compatible liquid ink more effectively than untreated PVC.

• White Printing Background: Suitable for photographs, text, logos and personalized graphics.

• Single or Double-Sided Options: Printable surfaces can be selected according to card requirements.

• Direct Card Printing: No A4 sheet lamination or card-body cutting is required for the standard finished card.

• Material Options: New, semi-new or recycled PVC can be discussed according to application requirements.

• Bulk Supply: Suitable for printing companies, card distributors and professional identification programs.

Applications of Inkjet Printable Blank PVC Cards

Employee ID Cards

Companies and authorized card producers can print employee photographs, names, departments, job titles and organizational branding on compatible inkjet PVC cards.

Membership Cards

Suitable for clubs, gyms, hotels, salons, associations and other membership programs requiring personalized plastic cards.

Loyalty Cards

Retailers and service businesses can use CR80 cards for loyalty and reward programs containing customer names, barcodes, QR codes and branded graphics.

Student and Library Cards

Schools, universities, libraries and training centers can use compatible cards for authorized student and membership identification.

Visitor and Event Cards

Inkjet PVC cards can be personalized for visitor management, conferences, exhibitions and event credential programs.

Promotional and Gift Cards

Businesses can use compatible inkjet PVC cards for promotional, customer-reward and gift-card programs.

Functional Card Options

The standard product is an inkjet-printable blank PVC card. Projects requiring additional functional components should specify them separately.

Magnetic stripe, RFID, NFC, contact chip, signature panel and other card structures can be discussed according to technical feasibility and order requirements.

A blank printable PVC card is only the physical card substrate. Financial or payment-card programs require additional security features, encoding, certification and system requirements beyond the base PVC card.

Important Quality Checks

• Dimensions: Check card length, width and corner consistency.

• Thickness: Confirm card thickness and compatibility with the selected tray.

• Flatness: Verify stable positioning and feeding during printing.

• Surface Cleanliness: Keep the card free from dust, oil and fingerprints.

• Coating Uniformity: Check the printable surface for consistent ink reception.

• Ink Absorption: Evaluate beading, bleeding and uncontrolled spreading.

• Drying: Confirm sufficient drying before handling or reverse-side printing.

• Color Density: Evaluate photographs, logos and solid-color graphics.

• Fine Detail: Check small text, QR codes and barcodes.

• Ink Adhesion: Test handling resistance after the printed surface has completely dried.

Storage and Handling

Store inkjet printable PVC cards in a clean, dry indoor environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, high humidity and dust.

Keep cards in protective packaging until use. Handle printable surfaces with clean gloves whenever possible to reduce fingerprints and contamination.

If the cards have been stored at a substantially different temperature from the printing room, allow the sealed package to acclimate before opening and printing.

Information Needed for a Quotation

Related A4, A5 and Custom PVC Card Materials

A4, A5 and customized PVC formats can also be supplied for professional card-making projects, but these materials are different from the finished CR80 inkjet card described on this page.

Larger card-making sheets are normally printed as parent sheets and then combined with suitable core or overlay materials before lamination and cutting.

Related PVC card-making materials from approximately 0.3mm to 2mm can be discussed according to the printing process, layer structure and required finished-card thickness.

Packing and Shipping

Customized Packaging: Customized labels, boxes and buyer branding can be discussed for qualifying commercial orders.

Export Packaging: Cards are packed to help protect printable surfaces from contamination, abrasion and deformation during transportation.

Samples and Small Orders: Express delivery can be arranged through TNT, FedEx, UPS, DHL, Aramex or another suitable courier service.

Bulk Orders: Larger shipments can be arranged by air or sea according to order quantity, destination and agreed commercial terms.

PVC ID Card Packaging

PVC ID Card Shipping

Quality and Certification Documentation

Available quality and material documentation should be matched to the exact PVC formulation, inkjet coating, card thickness and supplied specification. Buyers with specific material requirements should request current applicable documents before approving production material.

HSQY Plastic Group Global Exhibitions

HSQY Plastic Group participates in international plastics, packaging and manufacturing exhibitions to meet card manufacturers, printing companies, distributors and professional buyers and discuss card specifications, samples, customization and bulk supply.

2017 Shanghai Exhibition

2018 Shanghai Exhibition

2023 Saudi Exhibition

2023 American Exhibition

2024 Australian Exhibition

2024 American Exhibition

2024 Mexico Exhibition

2024 Paris Exhibition

Frequently Asked Questions About Inkjet Printable PVC Cards

What is an inkjet printable CR80 PVC card?

It is a finished-size PVC card with an ink-receptive surface developed for compatible inkjet printing. It can be personalized directly using an appropriate printer and CR80 card-feeding system.

What is the standard card size?

The HSQY standard card has a nominal size of approximately 85.5 × 54mm.

What is the standard thickness?

The standard thickness is 0.76mm ± 0.02mm, approximately 30 mil.

Why does an inkjet PVC card need a special coating?

Ordinary untreated PVC does not automatically receive conventional inkjet ink effectively. A compatible coating helps control wetting, absorption, color density and drying.

Do I need a special card tray?

Many desktop inkjet card-printing systems require a dedicated CR80 PVC card tray or another compatible feeding mechanism. The tray should match the exact printer model.

Can every inkjet printer print these PVC cards?

No. Compatibility depends on the printer model, tray, card thickness, ink chemistry, coating and printer settings. Testing with the actual production system is recommended before bulk approval.

Can both sides of the card be printed?

Yes, when both card surfaces have a compatible inkjet coating. Double-sided coating should be confirmed before ordering.

Can dye and pigment inks both be used?

Suitable coatings can be evaluated with dye-based or pigment-based ink systems. Ink absorption, drying, color density and handling resistance should be tested with the actual printer and ink.

How long should the card dry after printing?

Drying time depends on ink chemistry, coating, ink coverage, printer settings, temperature and humidity. Allow the surface to dry completely before stacking or heavy handling.

Is an inkjet card the same as a standard blank PVC card?

No. Standard blank PVC cards may be intended for dye-sublimation, thermal-transfer or retransfer printing, while an inkjet card requires an appropriate ink-receptive surface.

Is this product the same as A4 inkjet PVC sheet?

No. This product is already cut into CR80 card size. A4 inkjet PVC sheet is a larger parent material that normally requires additional card-making processes such as layer assembly, lamination and cutting.

What does the 0.3–2mm thickness range refer to?

The wider range refers to related PVC card-making materials and customized structures. The standard finished CR80 inkjet card described on this page is approximately 0.76mm thick.

Are magnetic stripe or RFID versions available?

Magnetic stripe, RFID, NFC, chip and other functional structures can be discussed separately according to the required card design and production feasibility.

Can these cards be used directly as bank or credit cards?

A blank printable PVC card is only a physical card substrate. Financial and payment-card applications require additional security features, encoding, functional components, certification and system requirements.

Can I get samples before ordering?

Stock samples can be discussed for printer, tray, ink, drying and image-quality testing. Courier freight can be arranged through DHL, FedEx, UPS, TNT, Aramex or another suitable service.

What is the typical lead time?

A reference lead time is approximately 15–20 working days. Actual production time depends on coating, card construction, quantity, packaging and customization.

What information should I provide for a quotation?

Please provide the printer brand and model, card tray model, card thickness, ink type, single- or double-sided coating requirement, quantity, functional options, packaging preference and destination.

About HSQY Plastic Group

Changzhou Huisu Qinye Plastic Group supplies inkjet printable PVC cards, blank PVC cards, printable PVC card sheets and related rigid plastic materials to card manufacturers, printing companies, distributors and international professional buyers.

HSQY supports standard CR80 inkjet printable cards, different PVC material options, material samples, customized packaging and related A4, A5 and custom card-making materials.

For an inkjet CR80 card project, provide the printer model, card tray, ink system, printable sides, required quantity and destination so the appropriate card specification can be evaluated.