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Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)

Are you laminating, converting, or embedding RFID into your own final product?

HF 13.56 MHz
MOQ
1,000 sheets

Entry tier. Then: samples on approval.

Lead time
30–45 days

Standard; rush possible on request.

Samples
Stock or custom

Fees, freight and credits follow the sample policy.

Use this inlay or prelam when your team handles the lamination, die-cutting, or embedding step in-house. Confirm antenna geometry, chip family, pitch / roll format, and release-liner compatibility with your laminator before ordering sample rolls.

  • Exact quote within 24 hours (Mon–Fri, GMT+8)
  • Artwork PDF proof — bulk production starts only after your sign-off
  • Stock and custom sample terms are confirmed before shipment

What buyers usually confirm first

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Workflow Fit

What job does this product need to do first?

Use the real environment and operator workflow to decide whether this format belongs on the shortlist.

Compatibility

What must it match before you can approve samples?

Reader protocol, printer flow, installation method, or enclosure fit usually matter before bulk buying.

Rollout

Do you need pilot testing, OEM changes, or repeat supply?

Knowing the buying stage early helps narrow the right sample and production path.

Spec Check

What to confirm in the spec sheet

These specifications help buyers decide whether the product belongs on the sample shortlist before they move into deeper review.

Product NameDual-Interface CPU Card Inlay
Contactless Frequency13.56MHz (ISO/IEC 14443)
Contact InterfaceISO/IEC 7816
Chip OptionsNXP SmartMX, JCOP Java Card, G+D Sm@rtCafe and other DI CPU modules
SubstratePVC, PET, PC, PETG
Antenna Sizes520-410, 490-310, 470-390, 600-380 mm
Thickness0.40-0.02 mm (minimum 0.35 mm)
Layouts5-5, 4-8, 3-8 (spacing customizable)
Bonding ProcessTin-slice, conductive adhesive, pickline; automatic spot-welding
Quality Control100% electrical test (contact + contactless) per unit; ISO 9001: 2015
MOQ1,000 sheets; samples on approval
Lead Time30-45 business days

Shortlist Logic

Why buyers keep this option in play

These product traits often decide whether the format should move from browsing into a real sample plan.

Contact ISO/IEC 7816 + contactless ISO/IEC 14443 in one card
On-card CPU switches between contact and contactless modes
Antenna terminals aligned to the contact module, no RF interference
Neat wire deployment - no coil print on the finished card
Automatic spot-welding avoids static damage and unstable function
Tin-slice, conductive-adhesive and pickline processes available

Use Cases

Where this product format usually fits

These common deployments help buyers judge whether the product belongs in the right sample batch.

EMV dual-interface banking and payment cards

Government and national eID credentials

Public-transport CPU fare cards

Health-insurance and social-security cards

Secure corporate and campus identity cards

Loyalty programs on CPU / Java Card platforms

Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) Types

1Dual-interface inlay specifications

Contactless frequency 13.56MHz (ISO/IEC 14443); contact interface ISO/IEC 7816. Materials PVC, PET, PC, PETG. Antenna sizes 520-410, 490-310, 470-390, 600-380 mm. Thickness 0.40-0.02 mm, minimum 0.35 mm. Layouts 5-5, 4-8, 3-8 with customizable spacing. Chips: NXP SmartMX, JCOP Java Card, G+D and other dual-interface CPU modules.

2Bonding processes

RFIDAK offers three connection methods between antenna and contact module: tin-slice (solder), conductive adhesive, and pickline. The wire is laid so no coil pattern telegraphs through the finished surface, and automatic spot-welding replaces hand-soldering to avoid the static-induced chip damage that shortens card life. The result laminates flat with stable contact and contactless performance.

3Four ways to join the module to the antenna

Everything difficult about a dual-interface card happens at one joint: where the ISO 7816 contact module meets the antenna terminals. There are four production answers, and the right one depends on your card body and your durability target.

Dual-interface inlay built with tin-slice soldering between contact module and antenna terminals
1. Tin-slice soldering. Lowest joint resistance. Automatic spot-welding replaces hand-soldering, so no static reaches the chip.
Dual-interface inlay built with conductive adhesive columns between contact module and antenna
2. Conductive adhesive. No reflow temperature, so PC and PETG card bodies stay dimensionally stable. The adhesive column flexes with the card instead of cracking.
Dual-interface inlay with plated landing pads in a pre-laminated core
3. Landing pads (pre-laminated). The wire already terminates in plated pads, so your line bonds a module to a pad and never handles antenna wire.
Close-coupling dual-interface inlay where module booster coil couples inductively to the card antenna
4. Close coupling. No galvanic joint at all — the module booster coil couples inductively. Nothing to crack, which is why it survives flex and torsion testing best.

If you are not sure which one your programme needs: soldering for maximum conductivity on PVC, conductive adhesive for heat-sensitive bodies, landing pads if you want the simplest integration, close coupling when bend durability is the specification you have to pass.

Where the antenna terminals land on the sheet - Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) detail

4Where the antenna terminals land on the sheet

The antenna is positioned so its terminals meet the contact module without the coil interfering with the RF field, and the wire is deployed so no coil pattern shows through the finished card surface.

Antenna sizes 520×410, 490×310, 470×390 and 600×380 mm; thickness 0.40 ± 0.02 mm with a 0.35 mm floor; layouts 5×5, 4×8 and 3×8 with customisable spacing to match your milling window.

Contact and contactless are both tested, on every unit - Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) detail

5Contact and contactless are both tested, on every unit

A dual-interface inlay has two ways to fail, so it gets two tests. Both interfaces are verified per unit before the sheet is released.

What is checkedInstrumentCoverage
Chip response and read/writeMulti-chip test platform with reader and terminal100% of units
Antenna resonance frequencyBode 100 vector network analyserSetup + in-process
Inlay thicknessDigital height gaugePer sheet lot
Chip-to-antenna bond strengthPush-force instrumentPer shift
Bond joint conditionStereo microscopePer shift
Substrate identity and densityPrecision density balanceIncoming material (IQC)
Ageing and lamination survivalConstant temperature and humidity chamberQualification + periodic

Bond strength is the measurement that matters most here — a joint that passes electrically today and opens after 500 flex cycles is the classic dual-interface field failure. Push-force testing per shift is how we catch a drifting weld before it ships.

6From PVC sheet to tested prelam — six stages

Dual-interface CPU inlays add module bonding and a second test pass, which is why lead time runs 30–45 days rather than 10–15.

RFID card inlay production flow: hole punching, antenna wiring, tipping, welding, lamination and 100% QC
Six production stages, five in-process QC gates and a per-batch QA release check. Sampling intervals are fixed by the line standard, not left to the operator.

How Ordering Works

From inquiry to delivered dual-interface card inlay (cpu prelam) in four steps

The same process every order follows — you always see a proof and approve it before anything goes to production.

  1. 1Within 24 hours

    Send your inquiry

    Share quantity, chip and application — or send the configuration straight from the estimate above. We reply with an exact quote and a chip / format recommendation.

  2. 21–3 days

    Samples & artwork proof

    Stock samples may be free under the sample policy; freight, custom-sample fees and any credits are confirmed before shipment. Test compatibility and finish before bulk approval.

  3. 3You control the clock

    Approve the proof

    Bulk production starts only after your written sign-off on the proof, chip encoding plan and numbering / UID list. Revisions before approval are free.

  4. 47–15 business days

    Production & delivery

    Standard lead time for stock tooling (custom molds add time — confirmed on your quote), then door-to-door express with tracking to your office or warehouse.

Details in writing:sample policy ·shipping & Incoterms ·quality control process

Supplier Fit

Why buyers source Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) from RFIDAK

Once the format is right, most teams still need confidence in manufacturing control, sample support, and repeat-order reliability.

ISO 9001

Quality-focused manufacturing and sample support for custom RFID projects.

Since 2008

RFID manufacturing experience across cards, tags, labels, wristbands and readers.

Sample Options

Test compatibility before bulk approval; stock and custom sample terms follow the published sample policy.

Before You Order

Procurement guides every Card Inlay buyer reads first

Five short reads on the procurement-side topics every B2B RFID buyer wants answered before signing a quote — MOQ thresholds, lead time reality, pricing transparency, sample policy, and how to audit a Chinese factory before your first order.

Buyer Questions

Questions buyers usually ask before sample approval

These FAQs cover the points that usually come up between a first shortlist and a real sample or quote request.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)?+

For Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam), the published MOQ is 1,000 sheets; samples on approval. Exact MOQ and unit pricing are quoted per project once chip, customization and packaging are confirmed.

Does RFIDAK provide free samples of Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)?+

Yes. Stock card inlay samples of Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) are typically free; we only ask buyers to cover DHL/FedEx express shipping. Samples ship in 1–3 business days after your order is confirmed and arrive in 2–5 days to most countries. Custom samples (new chip, new size, printed artwork) usually take 3–7 additional days.

What is the production lead time for Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)?+

Published lead time for Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) is 30–45 business days. The clock starts at PO confirmation and artwork approval, not at your first inquiry. Rush production is available on request for time-sensitive launches; confirm MOQ and artwork early to protect the timeline.

Can Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) be customized for my brand or project?+

Yes. Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) supports end-to-end customization: full-color CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing, laser engraving, serial numbering, custom chip encoding (UID write, NDEF, sector locking), custom shape / size (subject to tooling MOQ), and packaging. Share your artwork, chip requirement and quantity and we will return a spec sheet + price within 24 hours.

Which RFID chips are supported for Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)?+

Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) supports NXP SmartMX, JCOP Java Card, G+D Sm@rtCafe and other DI CPU modules. Before ordering, share your reader model or current credential so we can confirm the exact chip variant (e.g., MIFARE Classic 1K vs DESFire EV3, NTAG213 vs 215) and avoid compatibility issues after lamination.

What certifications and quality control does RFIDAK apply to Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)?+

RFIDAK operates under ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 management systems, certified by Anhui Certification and Inspection Co., Ltd. Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) is subject to incoming material inspection, in-process QC at every lamination / bonding / encoding step, and 100% electrical performance testing before shipment. Products meet CE, FCC, RoHS and REACH as applicable by market. Full test reports are available on request for buyer audits.

Can Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) be pre-encoded or printed with my artwork before shipment?+

Yes. Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) can ship with UID range assignment, NDEF URL encoding (for NFC), sector-locked user data, serial numbering, and CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing of your artwork. Provide an AI/PDF artwork file at 300 dpi with 3 mm bleed and a chip-encoding spec; we return a digital proof for approval before production.

How does RFIDAK ship Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) internationally?+

RFIDAK ships Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam) via DHL / FedEx / UPS (door-to-door, 3–5 days to most countries), air cargo (5–7 days for heavier orders), or sea freight (20–35 days for bulk over 500 kg). Standard Incoterms are EXW, FOB Shenzhen and DDP; choose based on customs clearance preferences. Commercial invoice, packing list and CoC / MSDS are included automatically.

How does RFIDAK handle repeat orders of Dual-Interface Card Inlay (CPU Prelam)?+

For repeat buyers, RFIDAK locks tooling, artwork and chip encoding on file so subsequent POs ship faster — typically 5–10 business days for stock chip types at previously-run quantities. Price is adjusted transparently per chip market rate and FX movement; we flag any chip shortage (e.g., DESFire EV3) before quotation so the project plan stays realistic.

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