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Minicards are smaller than standard cards. They are non-ISO cards, meaning they differ from the format regulated by ISO standards.
The barcode can be printed on the back of minicards; additionally, these small cards are compatible with the integration of RFID contactless chips, making them suitable for access control and as an electronic purse for vending machines.
Thanks to their compact and versatile format, minicards are ideal for various applications in different contexts, offering innovative and functional solutions for different needs:
Electric vehicle charging cards: minicards with RFID chips are useful for charging electric cars at the charging stations.
Among the most requested types of mini cards are 3 up cards, pre-cut cards divided into three parts, each displaying the same barcode on the back. These can be shared among family members. Their use is widespread in Large-Scale Distribution and Retail as loyalty cards.
At Partitalia, we work with industrial technologies to provide the best minicards for small businesses, shops, and events, tailored to the specific needs of our customers.
Our customizable minicards are available in a range of materials:
Recycled and degradable PVC: in addition to traditional PVC, more eco-friendly options are also available, such as recycled PVC, which is made from PVC production waste, and degradable PVC, which breaks down faster than standard material. Both green materials maintain the same technical properties as standard PVC.
At our Lainate facility, we manufacture fully customised minicards, designed to best reflect corporate identity through bespoke designs, logos, colours, and creative, eye-catching graphics.
We utilise professional printing technologies such as 4-colour offset, silkscreen, digital printing, UV spot varnish, and hot stamping to ensure high-quality, long-lasting results.
The customisation with variable data – such as sequential numbering, barcodes, and names – is carried out via thermographic printing, laser printing, inkjet printing, and embossing.
Furthermore, an epoxy resin can be applied to one or both sides of both minicards and tricards to enhance their aesthetics, durability, and tactile feel.
In this section you will find the main questions about minicards, small and versatile cards popular as loyalty cards and for access control.
Minicards are small, versatile cards suitable for multiple applications. A barcode can be printed on the back of the minicards; in addition, minicards are compatible with the insertion of the contactless RFID chip.
Minicards are smaller than standard cards. They are non-ISO cards, i.e. cards whose format differs from that regulated by ISO standards.
In addition to classic minicards, another type available is 3 up cards, pre-cut cards divided into three parts. 3 up cards are used as loyalty cards in Large-Scale Distribution and Retail: they have the same barcode on the back and can be shared between family members.
Minicards are used for various applications in different contexts: as loyalty cards with barcodes in Large-Scale Distribution and Retail; with the integration of RFID chip, for access control in hotels, gyms, and companies. Again, as credential cards, for duplicating house keys. Minicards with RFID technology are also used for charging electric cars, and as key fobs for access control.
Minicards can be made of PVC, a long-lasting material that is resistant to temperatures, chemicals, is water-resistant and has excellent printability; recycled PVC and degradable PVC, which retain the same characteristics as the standard material but are more sustainable.
Yes, RFID or NFC chips can be integrated into minicards, with an access control function.
