Custom RFID Cards

CI Solutions is a premier supplier of custom-made RFID key tags and cards. RFID offers the ultimate in convenience, ease of use and functionality. Our RFID products can also incorporate a bar code and/or magnetic stripe for maximum ease and flexibility.

Benefits of Custom RFID Cards:

Customizable cards that contain high-quality graphics

For use with new & existing systems

Highly durable & professionally printed

Can be read by all major proximity or RFID readers

Easily combine magstripe and barcode technology on the same key tag/card

Do not require line of sight to be read or close proximity to the reader removing the need for human intervention

RFID tags are programmable and can hold a variety of information (up to 2 KB)

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RFID FAQ

What is RFID?

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) comes in many forms and is used all over the world to better track people and items. RF technology utilizes radio waves to identify items by reading information from the card or key tag. By automating the data collection process, it allows you to more accurately track and monitor people coming and going from your facility.

How do I use an RFID card or key tag with my current programs?

If your current application supports checking-in people with a member ID number then you can use RFID today! Each RFID card or key tag has a unique number. When that individual scans their RFID card or key tag to an RFID reader, your application will instantly recognize the unique number and person assigned to it.

How do I transition from barcodes to RFID?

The transition from barcode to RFID technology is very common today as barcode technology is easy to duplicate and often wears off the card or key tag.

There are two steps to move from barcode to RFID:

  • Replace your barcode cards or key tags with RFID cards
  • Update your card or key tag readers from barcode to RFID technology
How do I transition from magnetic stripe to RFID?

The transition from magnetic stripe to RFID technology is more common today as the security of a magnetic stripe has been compromised with the increase of credit card fraud. Magnetic stripe cards are easier to duplicate compared to RFID technology (this is one of the main reasons credit card companies are moving from magnetic stripe to smart cards.)

There are two steps to move from magnetic stripe to RFID:

  • Replace your magnetic stripe cards or key tags with RFID cards
  • Update your card or key tag readers from magnetic stripe to RFID technology
What RFID frequency is right for me?

RFID cards and key tags come in three frequencies: low frequency, high frequency and ultra-high frequency. The main differences have to do with the reading distance between the reader and the card or key tag.

Technology options:

  • Low Frequency (LF) – 125 kHz
    • Also known as: Prox, HID, Clamshell
    • Read range: 1”-2”
  • High Frequency (HF) – 13.56 MHz
    • Also known as: MiFare, i-Class, NFC
    • Reader range: 2”– 5”
  • Ultra High Frequency (UHF) – 900 MHz
    • Read range: 2” to 30’

When looking for cards you should start with the specification of the reader that the cards or key tags will work with. If you have the flexibility to choose a reader then you can select the card and reader frequency that is right for your environment.

Why Purchase Custom RFID Cards from CI Solutions?

Custom Printing

Custom card printing is the process of printing high-quality graphics/images onto a RFID card. CI Solutions provides Print Services that produce durable, vibrant, and secure RFID cards.
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What's Involved in Custom Card Printing?

Custom printed cards are unlike other plastic RFID cards. With custom printing, you get "gift card quality" RFID cards that are professionally manufactured compared to surface-printed cards (AKA cards printed with a card printer).

What's the difference between a manufactured card and a surface-printed card?

A manufactured RFID card goes through a process where the graphics are "built-in" to the actual card during production. This creates a card with vibrant graphics that is also highly durable.

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Integration Experts

Getting RFID cards to work seamlessly requires a strong understanding of RFID technology. Our System Consultants are RFID experts with an extensive understanding of how RFID works in different environments.
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Schools, hospitals, offices, and more all use RFID cards for different reasons and with different systems. CI Solutions has a team of System Consultants and Technical Support staff with over 20 years of experience working with RFID integrators.

CI Solutions' mission is to ensure a seamless migration to new RFID cards that can be used immediately with existing or newly implemented programs like GPS student rider tracking, door access, single sign-on and more.

RFID Printing Systems

CI Solutions provides card printers that feature in-line RFID card enrollment. Eliminate hours of data entry and human data entry errors with CI Badge Card Printing Software and a RFID card printer from CI Solutions.
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What is a RFID Printing System?

Historically, printing RFID cards involves printing a card and then manually enrolling the card. Not only does this take a lot of time, but it creates multiple opportunities for data entry errors.

A RFID card printing system allows customers to enroll the RFID card value as the card is being printed. This process eliminates the need to manually enter data and cuts down significantly on human error.

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Form Factors

How you decide to use RFID in your industry should be a painless process. Choose from cards, key tags, fobs, wristbands, and more. We offer a wide variety of RFID options.

Oversize and standard-size cards

Wristbands

Key Tags

Fobs

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We provide RFID tags and cards to thousands of organizations for tracking, access, and verification purposes.

It can be hard to find and implement RFID cards that work with your existing applications, such as door access and tracking programs. Our team has over 20 years of experience helping organizations move to RFID solutions. We provide customers with RFID cards that are guaranteed to work with any new or existing applications.
CI Solutions provides the cards, readers, and software that make the transition to RFID easy. Contact us to learn more about our RFID card solutions.

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