When ordering your plastic cards, you are often asked about which core materials should you use for your cards. The quality of the card used in card printing is directly related to the quality of the finished product. PVC and Teslin® are the predominate choices for materials used in the production of plastic cards. At Valerian, we manufacture gift cards on a PVC and use Teslin® for our loyalty and custom shape products.
One of the most frequent questions is
“What is the difference between the two materials?”
Below is a comparison list of each core material to help you make an informed decision that better fits what you are looking for:
PVC
• Polyvinyl Chloride White Surface
• Optimal Image Quality
• Meets all ISO standards for card use
• Compatible with magnetic stripe applications
• Durable: Same material used in Mastercard or Visa cards
TESLIN®
• Synthetic substrate
• Superior color consistency
• Can be laminated for additional rigidity and luster
• Flexible: Can be die-cut into various shapes & sizes with steel die rules
