ID Card 2025

Understanding the Functions, Types, and Standard Sizes of ID Cards

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An ID Card is a critical tool across industries, serving as an official form of identification that grants holders legitimate access to restricted areas, services, or information.

 

Beyond identity verification, ID Cards enhance security, monitor activities, and reinforce brand credibility. This article explores thefunctions, types, standard sizes, materials, and security technologies of ID Cards offered by Jasuindo.

 

 

What Is an ID Card?

An ID Card contains the holder’s personal details—such asname, photo, job title, and ID number—typically printed on durable plastic materials likePVC or PET. Modern ID Cards often integrate advanced security features, including:

-Magnetic stripes

-RFID chips

-QR codes

 

 

Common Applications:

-Corporate: Employee access cards

-Government: National IDs, driver’s licenses

-Education: Student IDs

-Events: Attendee badges or ticketing

 

 

 

Key Functions of an ID Card

ID Cards serve multiple purposes to streamline operations and bolster security:

 

1.Identity Verification  

Ensures accurate identification for personal and professional use.

 

2.Access Control  

UtilizesRFID or magnetic stripe technology to restrict entry to secure areas.

 

3.Data Protection

Embeddedchips or QR codes safeguard sensitive information.

 

4.Branding Tool  

Custom designs featuring company logos and colors reinforce brand identity.

 

5.Activity Tracking

Monitors user movements in attendance or access control systems.

 

6.Advanced Features  

Supports additional functions via Smart Cards or magnetic stripes.

 

 

 

Types of ID Cards

Different needs call for specialized ID Cards, each with unique advantages:

 

1.Standard ID Cards  

– Basic visual identification (name, photo, title).

– Used forstudent IDs, membership cards, or visitor passes.

 

2.Magnetic Stripe Cards

– Stores data on a magnetic strip foraccess control, payments, or attendance tracking.

– Examples:Hotel key cards, debit cards, parking permits.

 

3.Proximity (RFID) Cards

– Enables contactless access via RFID (radio frequency).

– Common in offices, public facilities, and parking systems.

 

4.Contactless Smart Cards  

– Uses smart card NFC/RFID for secure, touch-free transactions.

– Ideal for digital payments, transit systems, and high-security access.

– Benefits: Fast processing, encrypted data, and fraud prevention.

 

 

 

Standard ID Card Sizes (ISO 7810 Compliance)

 

Format Dimensions (mm) Common Uses
ID-1 85.60 × 53.98 Credit cards, national IDs
ID-2 105 × 74 Legacy IDs, visas
ID-3 125 × 88 Passport booklets
ID-0000 25 × 15 Mini SIM cards

 

*All formats have a standard thickness of0.76 mm.*

 

 

 

ID Card Materials

Material selection impactsdurability, flexibility, and print quality:

 

1.PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

– Most common; balances durability and cost-effectiveness.

 

2.PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)  

– Superior heat resistance; ideal forchip-embedded cards.

 

3.Recycled PVC  

– Eco-friendly alternative for sustainability-focused organizations.

 

4.Metal Card

– Premium security metal card for high-risk environments (military, VIP access).

– Features: Laser engraving, tamper-proof designs.

 

 

 

Jasuindo’s Secure ID Card Solutions

 

Jasuindo integrates cutting-edge security technologies, including:

Holograms – Anti-counterfeiting measures

-QR Codes – Instant authenticity verification

-NFC/RFID – Secure contactless access

-Custom Designs – Tailored to client branding

 

Ourhigh-security printing ensures reliability and compliance with industry standards.

 

 

 

Conclusion  

ID Cards are indispensable foridentity management, security, and operational efficiency. Selecting the righttype, size, and material is crucial to meet specific needs.

 

Jasuindo delivershigh-quality, secure ID Cards with advanced features tailored to corporate, government, and institutional requirements.

 

Contact our team to explore customized ID Card solutions for your organization.