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HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)

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

HF 13.56 MHz iPhone & Android tap AES-128 chip options
MOQ
500 pcs

Stock SKU. Custom tooling from 2,000 pcs.

Lead time
7–15 days

Standard; rush possible on request.

Free sample
Ships in 1–3 days

Stock samples via DHL / FedEx.

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
  • Free stock samples ship in 1–3 days via DHL / FedEx

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 Name HF Card Inlay (13.56MHz Prelam)
Operating Frequency 13.56MHz (HF)
Standards ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18092 (NFC)
Chip Options MIFARE Classic 1K/4K, MIFARE Plus, Ultralight EV1/C, DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, NTAG213/215/216, ICODE SLIX/SLIX2, Fudan FM11RF08
Substrate PVC (standard), PET, PC, PETG
Thickness 0.40-0.50 mm
Antenna 73-44 mm standard; custom geometry available
RF Resonance 14.3-0.3MHz (custom tuning available)
Layouts 2-5 to 6-8; custom up to 640-520 mm
Quality Control 100% electrical performance test per inlay; ISO 9001: 2015
Print Markings Crossline + blackmark, trimmed reference edges
MOQ 1,000 sheets (production); samples available
Lead Time 10-15 business days stock; 20-30 days custom

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.

13.56MHz per ISO/IEC 14443A and ISO/IEC 15693, NFC Forum compatible
30+ HF chips: MIFARE Classic/Plus/Ultralight/DESFire, NTAG213/215/216, ICODE SLIX, Fudan FM11RF08
Standard 73-44 mm antenna; custom antenna tuning for non-standard readers
Layouts 3-7, 3-8, 4-8, 5-5 (custom on request), 0.40-0.50 mm thickness
100% electrical performance test - chip response and antenna resonance verified per unit
Crossline and blackmark printing plus trimmed reference edges for press alignment

Use Cases

Where this product format usually fits

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

Access control and hotel key cards (MIFARE Classic / DESFire)

Transit and contactless payment cards (MIFARE, ISO 14443A)

NFC smartphone-interaction cards (NTAG213/215/216)

Campus, library and cashless ID cards

Loyalty and membership cards with NFC tap

Government and corporate identity credentials

HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) Types

1 HF inlay specifications

Operating frequency 13.56MHz (ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 15693). Substrate PVC (standard), PET, PC or PETG. Thickness 0.40-0.50 mm. Antenna 73-44 mm etched aluminium (standard), copper-etched or wire-wound for high-Q builds. RF resonance 14.3-0.3MHz, custom tuning available. Layouts from 2-5 (10 per sheet) to 6-8 (48 per sheet); sheet size up to 640-520 mm.

2 How the HF inlay reaches your card line

Automatic wire implanting and reasonable COB design give consistent frequency across the sheet, and automatic spot-welding keeps the antenna-to-chip joint stable. Chip-shelter processing and high-temperature steel-plate lamination hold the inlay flat, so cards laminate cleanly and rarely peel. Every sheet is 100% electrically tested marginal units are marked before they reach your press.

How Ordering Works

From inquiry to delivered hf card inlay (13.56 mhz) in four steps

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

  1. 1 Within 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. 2 1–3 days

    Samples & artwork proof

    Free stock samples ship via DHL / FedEx so you can test read range and finish. Your artwork comes back as a print-ready PDF proof.

  3. 3 You 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. 4 7–15 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) 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.

Free Samples

Test product compatibility before bulk purchasing and customization decisions.

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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

For HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz), the standard MOQ starts at 500 pieces on stock SKUs. Custom shapes, molds or non-standard materials typically move MOQ to 2,000–5,000 pieces to cover tooling setup. Exact MOQ and unit pricing are quoted per project once chip, customization and packaging are confirmed.

Does RFIDAK provide free samples of HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

Yes. Stock card inlay samples of HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

Standard HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) orders ship in 7–15 business days after PO confirmation and artwork approval. Large runs (>100k units) or orders with complex encoding / custom molds may take 15–25 business days. Rush production is available on request for time-sensitive launches; confirm MOQ and artwork early to protect the timeline.

Can HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) be customized for my brand or project? +

Yes. HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) supports MIFARE Classic 1K/4K, MIFARE Plus, Ultralight EV1/C, DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, NTAG213/215/216, ICODE SLIX/SLIX2, Fudan FM11RF08. 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

RFIDAK operates under ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), audited by SGS. HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) be pre-encoded or printed with my artwork before shipment? +

Yes. HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) internationally? +

RFIDAK ships HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) 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 HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

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.

What are the technical specifications of HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz)? +

Key HF Card Inlay (13.56 MHz) specs: frequency 13.56 MHz (HF). A full technical datasheet including read range, chip memory map, IP / temperature rating and compliance certificates is available on request; attach your reader model and target environment so we can confirm suitability before quoting.

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