HiCo Magnetic Stripe PVC Cards (CR80, 30 mil)

Product Overview

HiCo cards are built for cards that get swiped often. They suit access control, staff IDs, membership and loyalty cards.

The HiCo stripe has a strength of 2750 Oe. A LoCo stripe is only 300 Oe. This makes HiCo data much harder to erase. Your data stays safe near phones, bags and other magnets.

The card surface is smooth and glossy. It gives sharp, bright prints. It also helps protect your printer’s print head.

Key Features

• High-coercivity stripe. Strong 2750 Oe magnetic stripe.
• Data stays safe. Hard to wipe by accident.
• Standard CR80 size. Same size as a bank card.
• 30 mil thickness. Firm, strong and professional.
• Glossy white surface. Great for full-colour printing.
• Three data tracks. Store more information on one card.
• Wide printer support. Works with direct-to-card and retransfer printers.
• Long life. Built for daily swiping.

Specifications

• Card type: Blank PVC card with HiCo magnetic stripe
• Material: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
• Card size: CR80 – 85.6 x 54 mm (3.375 x 2.125 inches)
• Thickness: 30 mil (0.76 mm)
• Colour/finish: Glossy white
• Magnetic stripe: HiCo, 2750 Oersted (Oe)
• Stripe colour/width: Black, 1/2 inch (12.7 mm)
• Data tracks: 3 tracks
• Print sides: Front and back
• Card lifespan: At least 3 years with heavy use
• Storage conditions: 15 to 30°C, 10 to 60% humidity
• Pack size: 100 cards per pack

Compatible Printers

These cards fit most ID card printers that take CR80 cards. To encode the stripe, your printer needs a HiCo magnetic stripe encoder. They work with brands such as:

• Bravo
• Evolis
• Zebra
• Fargo (HID)
• Entrust (Datacard)
• Magicard

Ideal Applications

• Access control and door entry cards
• Employee and staff ID cards
• Student and library cards
• Membership and loyalty cards
• Hotel and gym cards
• Gift and payment cards
• Time and attendance cards

HiCo vs LoCo: Which One Do You Need?

• HiCo (2750 Oe): Strong. Hard to erase. Best for cards used every day for months or years.
• LoCo (300 Oe): Weaker. Easy to erase. Best for short-term use, such as hotel keys or event passes.

For most ID and access cards, HiCo is the better choice.

Care Tips

• Hold cards by the edges. Fingerprints can spoil the print.
• Keep cards in their wrap until you print.
• Store them in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the stripe away from strong magnets.

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Where to Buy

Novelty Technologies
📍 Nairobi, Biashara Street, Revlon Professional Plaza, Mezzanine Floor, Shop 1

Visit us for quality PVC cards, ID card printers, ribbons and accessories.