HID 2120BGGMVM iCLASS 212x Smart Card - Proximity Card - White PVC - 256 Byte Memory - 13. 56 MHz - Pack of 100
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The iCLASS 212x card operates on the 13.56 MHz frequency band, which is the global standard for high-frequency RFID applications, ensuring broad compatibility with modern access control readers. Its 256-byte memory capacity provides ample space for storing encrypted credentials, user data, and system-specific information, enabling advanced security features and multi-application use within a single card.
The card's technical design prioritizes consistent read range and data integrity, even in high-traffic or demanding environments. The embedded chip and antenna are engineered to resist interference and maintain performance, which is critical for maintaining secure perimeter access, time and attendance logging, and integrated security ecosystems.
This section brings together practical product details such as Technology, Operating Frequency, Memory Size, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This smart card combines the trusted HID iCLASS ecosystem with practical features that streamline access control management. Its design focuses on reliability, scalability, and ease of integration for security professionals.
Standardized Compatibility
Leverages the widely adopted 13.56 MHz RFID standard, ensuring seamless operation with a vast installed base of HID iCLASS readers and third-party systems that support this frequency.
- Global frequency compliance
- Plug-and-play with iCLASS readers
- Reduces integration complexity
Durable Construction
Manufactured from white Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), the card offers resistance to everyday wear, bending, and environmental exposure, maintaining functionality and appearance over extended use.
- PVC material for longevity
- Professional white finish
- Withstands frequent handling
Bulk Deployment Ready
Sold in a pack of 100, this configuration supports efficient large-scale credential issuance, inventory management, and cost-effective procurement for organizations managing hundreds or thousands of users.
- Economical per-card cost
- Simplifies mass provisioning
- Reduces administrative overhead
Deployment / Use Cases
The HID iCLASS 212x Smart Card is engineered for environments where secure, reliable physical access control is a priority. Its technology and form factor make it suitable for a range of professional and institutional applications.
In corporate offices, these cards serve as employee ID badges, granting access to secured floors, server rooms, and restricted areas while also functioning for time-clock systems. Educational institutions deploy them for student and faculty access to dormitories, laboratories, and administrative buildings. Healthcare facilities utilize them to control entry to sensitive areas like pharmacies, records rooms, and surgical suites, ensuring compliance with privacy and safety regulations.
Corporate Security
Integrates with building access systems to manage employee entry, monitor movement, and secure high-value assets within office towers, manufacturing plants, and research centers.
Campus Access Management
Provides a unified credential for students and staff across multiple buildings, libraries, and recreational facilities, supporting both security and operational efficiency.
Physical Profile
The card features a standard credit-card form factor with dimensions of 2.13 inches in height, 3.38 inches in width, and a slim 33 mil (0.84 mm) depth. This compact profile ensures compatibility with standard badge holders, lanyards, and wallet slots while maintaining a low profile for comfortable daily carry. The white PVC material offers a smooth, professional finish that is easy to print or encode with custom graphics, logos, or user information using standard card printers.
- Width
- 3.38" (85.73 mm)
- Depth
- 33 mil (0.84 mm)
- Height
- 2.13" (54.03 mm)
Highlights
- HID iCLASS 212x platform for trusted access control
- 13.56 MHz operating frequency ensures broad reader compatibility
- 256-byte memory capacity for secure credential storage
- Constructed from durable white Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Standard credit-card dimensions (2.13" H x 3.38" W)
- Supplied in a convenient pack of 100 cards
- Backed by a lifetime limited warranty from the manufacturer
- Ideal for corporate, educational, and institutional deployments
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASSA ABLOY |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2120BGGMVM |
| Brand Name | HID |
| Product Line | iCLASS |
| Product Model | 212x |
| Product Name | iCLASS 212x Smart Card |
| Packaged Quantity | 100 |
| Product Type | Smart Card |
| Product Information | |
| Technology | Proximity Card |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Memory | |
| Memory Size | 256 Byte |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | White |
| Product Color | White |
| Product Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Height | 2.13" (54.03 mm) |
| Width | 3.38" (85.73 mm) |
| Depth | 33 mil (0.84 mm) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What type of technology does this HID card use?
This card uses proximity card technology operating at 13.56 MHz, which is a high-frequency RFID standard. It is part of the HID iCLASS platform, designed for secure, contactless communication with compatible readers. The technology supports encrypted data transmission for access control applications.
How much memory does the iCLASS 212x card have?
The card features 256 bytes of memory. This capacity is used to store unique identifiers, encrypted access credentials, and potentially other user data required by the access control system. It supports the security protocols and data requirements of most iCLASS-based installations.
What is the card made of, and what color is it?
The card is constructed from Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), a durable plastic material commonly used for ID cards and badges. It is finished in white, providing a clean, professional appearance that is suitable for corporate or institutional environments and works well with custom printing.
How many cards come in a pack?
This product is sold in a pack containing 100 individual smart cards. This bulk packaging is designed for organizations that need to issue credentials to a large number of users, such as during a new system rollout, for ongoing replacement, or for managing inventory across multiple locations.
What are the physical dimensions of the card?
The card measures 2.13 inches in height, 3.38 inches in width, and has a thickness of 33 mil (0.84 mm). These are standard credit-card dimensions, ensuring compatibility with most badge holders, wallets, and card printers used in access control and identification systems.
What warranty covers this HID smart card?
The card is backed by a lifetime limited warranty from the manufacturer. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product, providing long-term assurance of quality and reliability for access control deployments.
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