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Product Features
Technical Overview
This smart card operates at 13.56 MHz using HID's iCLASS technology, which employs secure encryption protocols to protect against unauthorized cloning or data interception. The 2 KB memory capacity provides ample space for storing multiple access credentials, biometric templates, or other security data, supporting layered authentication approaches.
The card's polyvinyl chloride construction offers excellent durability against bending, cracking, and environmental exposure, ensuring long-term reliability in various operating conditions. With a minimal weight of 0.01 lb, it remains comfortable for daily carry while maintaining the structural integrity needed for repeated use in access control readers.
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.
Key Product Advantages
The HID iCLASS Printable Smart Card delivers several distinct advantages for access control deployments. Its combination of HID's trusted iCLASS technology with practical physical design creates a credential solution that balances security, durability, and user convenience.
Enhanced Security Foundation
Built on HID's iCLASS platform, the card implements strong encryption to protect credential data from skimming or duplication attempts. The 13.56 MHz operating frequency enables secure, contactless communication that maintains signal integrity while preventing unauthorized data access.
- iCLASS encryption protocols
- Contactless 13.56 MHz operation
- Protected memory access
Durable Physical Construction
The white PVC material provides excellent resistance to wear, moisture, and temperature variations that credentials encounter in daily use. The card maintains its structural integrity through repeated insertions into readers and physical handling.
- Polyvinyl chloride durability
- 33.07 mil thickness
- 0.01 lb lightweight design
Practical Deployment Features
With standard credit-card dimensions and a printable surface, this card integrates smoothly into existing security ecosystems. Organizations can implement custom branding while maintaining compatibility with HID's reader portfolio.
- 3.38" x 2.13" standard size
- Printable for customization
- HID reader compatibility
Deployment / Use Cases
This smart card serves as a versatile credential solution across multiple security environments. Its combination of iCLASS technology, printable surface, and durable construction makes it suitable for organizations requiring reliable access control with customization options.
In corporate facilities, the card provides secure employee access to buildings, parking areas, and restricted zones while accommodating company branding through surface printing. Educational institutions can use it for student identification, library access, and campus security with the durability needed for academic environments. Government agencies benefit from the encryption standards and memory capacity for storing additional security data alongside basic access credentials.
Corporate Access Control
Deploy as employee badges for building entry, secure area access, and time attendance systems. The printable surface allows for company logos, employee photos, and department information alongside encoded access permissions.
Institutional Security Management
Implement in hospitals, universities, and government buildings where durable, reliable credentials must withstand frequent use while maintaining security standards. The 2 KB memory supports additional data storage for specialized applications.
Highlights
- HID iCLASS technology with 13.56 MHz operating frequency
- Printable white PVC card for custom branding and identification
- 2 KB memory capacity for secure credential and data storage
- Dimensions: 3.38" x 2.13" (85.73 mm x 54.03 mm)
- 33.07 mil thickness with 0.01 lb lightweight design
- Compatible with HID R10, R30/RW300, R40/RW400, RK40/RWK400 readers
- Durable polyvinyl chloride construction for long-term reliability
- Lifetime limited warranty from HID Global Corporation
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HID Global Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2002PG1MN |
| Brand Name | HID |
| Product Line | iCLASS |
| Product Name | iCLASS Card |
| Product Type | Smart 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 | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | HID Readers: R10 R30/RW300 R40/RW400 RK40/RWK400 |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What HID readers are compatible with this iCLASS smart card?
This HID iCLASS Printable Smart Card is compatible with several HID reader models including the R10, R30/RW300, R40/RW400, and RK40/RWK400. These readers support the 13.56 MHz operating frequency and iCLASS encryption protocols used by the card, ensuring reliable communication for access control authentication in various deployment scenarios.
Can this smart card be customized with printing or branding?
Yes, this is a printable smart card designed to accommodate custom branding, employee identification details, or security markings. The white PVC surface accepts standard card printing technologies, allowing organizations to incorporate logos, photos, text, or barcodes alongside the embedded iCLASS technology for a unified credential solution.
What is the memory capacity of this HID iCLASS card?
The card features 2 KB of memory, which provides sufficient storage for access credentials, encryption keys, and additional application data. This capacity supports secure authentication while allowing for potential future expansion or integration with other security systems that may require data storage on the credential itself.
What are the physical dimensions and material of this access card?
The card measures 3.38" wide by 2.13" long (85.73 mm x 54.03 mm) with a thickness of 33.07 mil (0.84 mm). It's constructed from white polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a durable plastic material that resists bending, cracking, and environmental exposure. The standard credit-card dimensions ensure compatibility with most badge holders and reader mechanisms.
What frequency does this smart card operate at?
This HID iCLASS card operates at 13.56 MHz, which is the standard frequency for contactless smart card communications. This frequency enables secure, near-field communication with compatible readers while implementing HID's encryption protocols to protect against unauthorized data access or credential cloning.
What warranty coverage does HID provide for this smart card?
HID Global Corporation 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, reflecting the manufacturer's confidence in the card's durability and reliability for long-term access control deployments.