Business volume discounts
Technical guidance
Preparation & staging
QC · ON · AB · BC
Product Features
Technical Overview
This iCLASS smart card operates at 13.56 MHz within the high-frequency RFID spectrum, offering secure data transmission for access control applications. The 2 KB memory capacity supports multiple credential formats and can store additional user information beyond basic access permissions.
The card's construction combines Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), creating a durable yet printable surface that withstands daily use. With a thickness of 33.07 mil (0.84 mm) and weight of just 0.01 lb, it maintains the standard profile expected in professional ID badge systems.
This section brings together practical product details such as Technology, Media Type, Smart Card/Tag Width, Memory Size, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This smart card combines identification functionality with secure access control in a single credential. The printable white PET surface accepts standard card printing technologies, allowing organizations to create professional-looking identification badges that also serve as access credentials.
Dual-Purpose Design
Functions as both a visual identification card and a secure access credential, reducing the need for separate badges and cards in workplace security systems.
- Printable surface for photos and text
- RFID functionality for access control
- Standard ID card dimensions
Material Durability
Constructed from PET with PVC components, offering resistance to wear, bending, and environmental factors commonly encountered in daily badge use.
- PET material for print quality
- PVC reinforcement for durability
- Lightweight at 0.01 lb
Deployment / Use Cases
The HID 2101HPGGSN iCLASS Printable Smart Card serves as a versatile credential solution for organizations requiring both visual identification and electronic access control. Its compatibility with HID's reader ecosystem makes it suitable for integration into existing security infrastructures without requiring system overhaul.
Common deployment scenarios include corporate office environments where employees need both photo identification and building access, educational institutions managing campus security, healthcare facilities controlling access to restricted areas, and government buildings requiring layered security approaches. The printable surface allows for customization with organizational branding while maintaining secure RFID functionality.
Corporate Security
Ideal for office buildings requiring employee photo IDs with integrated access control to secured areas, meeting rooms, and parking facilities.
Institutional Access
Suited for schools, hospitals, and government facilities needing durable, printable credentials that combine visual identification with electronic access permissions.
Highlights
- Printable white PET smart card for custom identification
- 3.38" x 2.13" standard ID card dimensions
- 13.56 MHz operating frequency for reliable RFID communication
- 2 KB memory capacity for access permissions and data storage
- Compatible with HID R10, R30/RW300, R40/RW400, RK40/RWK400 readers
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) construction
- 33.07 mil thickness for durability in daily use
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HID Global Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2101HPGGSN |
| Brand Name | HID |
| Product Line | iCLASS |
| Product Name | iCLASS Card |
| Product Type | ID Card |
| Product Information | |
| Technology | Smart Card |
| Media Type | Printable |
| Smart Card/Tag Width | 3.38" (85.73 mm) |
| Smart Card/Tag Length | 2.13" (54.03 mm) |
| Smart Card/Tag Thickness | 33.07 mil (0.84 mm) |
| Media Weight | 0.01 lb |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Memory | |
| Memory Size | 2 KB |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | White |
| Product Material | Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET),Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | HID Readers: R10 R30/RW300 R40/RW400 RK40/RWK400 |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What readers are compatible with this HID iCLASS smart card?
This smart card is compatible with HID's R10, R30/RW300, R40/RW400, and RK40/RWK400 reader models. These readers support the 13.56 MHz operating frequency and iCLASS credential format, ensuring reliable communication for access control applications in various security environments.
Can this smart card be printed with custom designs and photos?
Yes, the white Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) surface is specifically designed for printing. Organizations can print employee photos, logos, identification text, and other custom designs using standard card printing technologies, creating professional identification badges that also function as access credentials.
What is the memory capacity of this smart card and what can it store?
This iCLASS smart card features 2 KB of memory, which provides sufficient storage for access control permissions, user identification data, and additional credential information. The memory supports multiple credential formats and can accommodate organizational-specific data requirements beyond basic access functionality.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of this smart card?
The card measures 3.38" in width by 2.13" in length (85.73 mm x 54.03 mm), conforming to standard ID card dimensions. It has a thickness of 33.07 mil (0.84 mm) and weighs 0.01 lb, making it compatible with standard badge holders, lanyards, and card printers while maintaining a durable yet lightweight profile.
What materials is this smart card made from and how durable is it?
The card is constructed from Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) components. This material combination provides a printable surface while offering durability against daily wear, bending, and environmental factors. The materials are selected to withstand the rigors of regular use in professional environments.
What type of warranty comes with this HID smart card?
HID provides a lifetime limited warranty for this iCLASS Printable Smart Card. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product, offering long-term reliability assurance for organizations implementing this credential in their access control systems.
How much memory is installed?
It includes 2 KB of memory to support responsive multitasking and daily workloads.