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RFID Wood Card

Need a premium, eco-friendly credential that feels different in the hand?

MOQ
500 pcs

Stock SKU. Custom tooling from 2,000 pcs.

Lead time
7–15 days

Standard; rush possible on request.

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Use this wood card when the project wants a tactile premium finish — bamboo, walnut, cherry or custom — without sacrificing chip compatibility. Confirm wood grain tolerance, protective lacquer finish, and RFID-embedded location before sample approval.

What buyers usually confirm first

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System Match

Will it work with the installed reader or lock?

Start from protocol and chip family, then confirm whether you need blank, printed, or pre-encoded supply.

Card Build

PVC, paper, wood, clamshell, or inlay-only?

Choose the card body around durability, branding, and whether you are embedding the inlay into your own format.

Approval Step

Do you need sample matching before a bulk order?

Most buyers validate reader behavior, print finish, and numbering logic before they lock a production run.

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Spec Check

What to confirm in the card spec sheet

Protocol, chip family, card body, print finish, and encoding plan usually need to be locked before card samples are approved.

Product Name RFID Wood Card (NFC Wooden / Bamboo Card)
Card Material Bamboo (eco-recommended, fast-growing renewable, 3-5 year cycle); maple, walnut, cherry, oak, birch, beech (premium hardwoods); FSC-certified sourcing available
Substrate Color Natural wood grain (varies by species); custom dye / stain options for premium hardwoods
Dimensions 85.6 x 54 mm (ISO 7810 CR-80); custom die-cut shapes (rounded corner, leaf, mascot) on 5,000+ MOQ
Thickness Options 0.8 mm (ISO standard wallet-fit), 1 mm (more rigid), 2 mm (premium tactile), 3 mm (executive luxury)
Weight 3-12 g (substrate + thickness dependent)
Operating Frequency 125KHz (LF, ISO 11784/11785); 13.56MHz (HF / NFC, ISO/IEC 14443A)
Compliance ISO 7810 ID-1, ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 18092 (NFC Forum); FSC sourcing certificate; TUV Austria Compostable (industrial); REACH; RoHS 3
LF Chip Options TK4100 (read-only 64-bit), EM4200 (R/W 512-bit), EM4305, T5577 (multi-protocol)
HF / NFC Chip Options NXP MIFARE Classic 1K / 4K (S50 / S70), Plus EV2 (2K / 4K), Ultralight EV1 / C / Nano, DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 (2K / 4K / 8K), NTAG213 / 215 / 216, NTAG424 DNA (AES-128 SUN)
Memory 40-bit (TK4100 read-only) to 8 KB EEPROM (DESFire EV3 8K)
Cryptography Open (NTAG213-216, EM4100), 3DES (Ultralight C), Crypto-1 (MIFARE Classic — legacy), AES-128 (DESFire EV3, NTAG424 DNA)
Read Range 2-10 cm (HF, reader dependent); 2-8 cm (LF)
Read/Write Cycles 100,000 (chip EEPROM)
Data Retention 10-20 years (chip specification)
Print Methods CO2 laser engraving (permanent, no-fade, follows wood grain); UV digital printing 1,440 dpi (full color photo quality on smooth-sanded surface); silkscreen printing (single / multi-color)
Variable Data Laser-engraved sequential UID, per-card laser name / room / event ID, laser QR code; CSV export of encoded UID range
Sustainability Biodegradable in industrial composting (TUV Austria certified); FSC chain-of-custody documentation per order; 95-100% wood content (chip + antenna are minor mass)
Operating Temperature -20 deg C to +60 deg C
Storage Temperature -30 deg C to +70 deg C
Humidity 20-80% RH (high humidity may cause minor wood warping; sealed-edge variant available)
Hotel Lock Compatibility Saflok / VingCard / SALTO / Onity / TESA / Kaba (with DESFire EV3 dual-chip variant)
Lifecycle 3-5 year hotel-stay rotation; 5-10 year executive NFC business card retention
Packaging Individual paper sleeve (eco-aligned packaging); 50 / 100 pcs / box; 1,000 / 2,500 pcs / corrugated carton (FSC-certified packaging optional)
MOQ 500 pieces (stock bamboo / standard chip); 5,000 pieces (custom hardwood + chip + print); 10,000 pieces (custom shape with NRE)
Lead Time 10-15 business days stock bamboo; 20-30 business days custom hardwood + DESFire EV3 + dual personalization

Shortlist Logic

Why buyers keep this card format on the shortlist

These points usually matter when a project is balancing reader compatibility, print quality, and repeat-order consistency.

100% natural wood and bamboo - biodegradable substrate replaces PVC plastic, supporting hotel and brand sustainability commitments
CO2 laser engraving - creates permanent logos, text, and patterns in natural wood grain that never fades, peels, or scratches off
UV printing at 1,440 dpi resolution - full-color graphics, QR codes, and barcodes on wood surface with UV-resistant inks
4 thickness options: 0.8, 1, 2, 3 mm - thin cards for wallet carry, thick cards for premium tactile feel and perceived value
ISO 7810 CR-80 dimensions (85.6 x 54 mm) - compatible with all standard card holders, badge reels, and hotel lock card slots
Dual-frequency: LF 125KHz and HF 13.56MHz (ISO/IEC 14443A) - covers legacy access readers and NFC smartphone tap for digital experiences

Use Cases

Where teams usually deploy this card format

These are the workflows where buyers most often compare this card against other credential options before they request samples.

Luxury hotel key cards

premium guest experience that reduces 6B+ annual plastic card waste in hospitality industry

Private club membership

natural wood texture signals exclusivity for VIP, wine club, and members-only venue credentials

Eco-resort and spa access

bamboo and wood aesthetic matches nature-focused brand environments and sustainability messaging

NFC business cards

wooden cards with NTAG215/216 for networking events, tapped to share contact info via smartphone

Corporate gift and marketing

branded NFC wood cards as memorable promotional items with 95%+ recipient retention rate

Premium event badges

wooden NFC conference badges for keynote speakers and VIP attendees

Wood Card vs Standard PVC — How To Choose

When the brand deserves a wood card and when standard PVC wins

Wood cards cost 2-4× the price of standard PVC cards but deliver a tactile premium finish that reinforces brand positioning in hospitality, luxury retail, and sustainability-focused corporate programs. The choice is less about function (both work with the same chips) and more about what the credential says about the brand handing it over.

RFIDAK RFID wood card in bamboo finish — laser-engraved logo with natural grain visible, FSC-certified sustainable wood, designed for boutique hotels, luxury brand loyalty programs, and corporate gift credentials Option A

Wood Card (this product — bamboo / walnut / cherry / maple)

Premium tactile finish, eco story, brand statement

Material
Bamboo / walnut / cherry / maple
Thickness
1.2 – 1.8 mm
Personalization
Laser engraving (burned grain)
Sustainability
FSC-certified options; compostable at end of life
MOQ
500 pieces (mixed woods)
Unit price (MOQ 2K)
$1.85 – 4.20

Best for

  • Boutique hotel key cards — guest unboxing moment differentiates the property
  • Luxury retail loyalty programs (jewelry, fashion, hospitality rewards)
  • Corporate executive gift cards and board-level access credentials
  • Sustainability-forward brand programs (FSC, B-Corp, carbon-neutral campaigns)
RFIDAK standard PVC RFID smart card — full-color CMYK printing, ISO 7810 CR80 format, cost-effective for high-volume access control, transit, and event programs Option B

Standard RFID Card (0.76 mm PVC)

Full-color print, high volume, cost-effective

Material
PVC (standard); PET for eco variants
Thickness
0.76 mm (standard)
Personalization
CMYK offset / digital / thermal retransfer
Sustainability
Recyclable PVC; PET alternative available
MOQ
500 pieces
Unit price (MOQ 5K)
$0.28 – 0.48

Best for

  • Mass hospitality programs where per-card cost matters at 100K+ volumes
  • Full-color photo ID credentials requiring CMYK offset print
  • Event / conference badges where lifespan ≤ 1 week and disposability is expected
  • Most B2B access control and transit ticketing baseline deployments

Quick decision tip — If the card is part of a premium unboxing moment — luxury hotel check-in, VIP loyalty tier welcome, executive gift — wood (Option A) is the brand investment that pays back through perceived value and social media share-ability. If the card circulates in volume and functional utility matters more than brand feel, standard PVC (Option B) delivers the economics. Many programs use both: wood for the top 5% tier, PVC for the rest.

RFID Wood Card Types

1 Should I choose the RFID wood card for my brand program?

Yes — if you run a luxury hotel, eco-resort, premium membership program, sustainable corporate gift initiative, or branded NFC business card program where natural wood / bamboo aesthetics differentiate the credential from standard PVC and align with sustainability commitments. The hospitality industry discards enormous volumes of plastic key cards every year — wood cards directly target that waste stream while delivering tactile premium feel and CO2 laser-engraved permanent branding that never fades.

Pick a different card if visual photo ID printing is required (use rfid-cards PVC), high-volume disposable economics matter (use paper card), waterproof durability matters (use silicone wristband), or AES-128 cryptographic security with multi-app file structure is the priority (use rfid-cards with DESFire EV3 — wood card supports DESFire too but PVC has more reader-vendor lock support). Pick wood when sustainability + tactile premium + brand differentiation matter together.

2 Spec decision matrix — premium / sustainable card alternatives

Comparison across the 5 premium / sustainable RFID card classes hospitality and luxury brand operators typically evaluate. Prices indicative at MOQ 5,000 pieces.

ClassSustainabilityTactile feelPrint methodBest fitUnit price
The wood / bamboo NFC cardBiodegradable + FSC-sourcedNatural grain, premium feelCO2 laser + UV printLuxury hotel, eco-resort, NFC business card, gift$1.40 – 3.80
NFC epoxy custom-shape cardPVC + epoxy (not biodegradable)Glossy 3D domeCMYK offset + epoxy domeLoyalty, VIP club, mascot, theme park$0.85 – 2.40
Recycled PVC card30-50% recycled content PVCStandard plastic feelCMYK offsetCorporate sustainability + standard format$0.55 – 1.45
Paper / FSC paper cardRecyclable + FSCPaper feel (less premium)CMYK offsetDisposable transit / event ticketing with eco angle$0.18 – 0.42
Standard PVC cardNot eco-positionedStandard plastic feelCMYK offsetVolume credential, payment, transit, photo ID$0.38 – 1.85

Verdict: wood card wins on the eco + premium combination uniquely. Recycled PVC wins for sustainability with lower unit cost. Paper wins for disposable + sustainability. Standard PVC wins on pure unit economics. Epoxy wins for shape-differentiation regardless of sustainability.

3 Typical deployment pattern - eco-positioned hotel key cards

Hotel chains adopting bamboo or wood key cards usually keep the chip spec identical to their PVC stock (commonly MIFARE Classic 1K) so the new card is drop-in compatible with the installed lock fleet: the material changes, the credential logic does not.

The business case is brand-side. A wood-grain card supports sustainability positioning, guest-facing storytelling, and corporate-event sales conversations in a way PVC cannot. Chains typically pilot one flagship property before a portfolio rollout.

4 Compatibility reference — chips, lock systems, wood / bamboo specs

Verified compatibility across LF / HF chips, hotel lock systems, and wood substrate certifications.

CategorySupportedNotes
Wood substrate optionsBamboo (most common, fast-growing renewable), maple, walnut, cherry, oak, birch, beechBamboo is the eco-recommended choice (3-5 year growth cycle vs 30-100 years for hardwoods)
Sustainability certificationsFSC (Forest Stewardship Council) sourced; PEFC (Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification); TUV Austria Compostable (industrial composting); Cradle to Cradle (custom)FSC certificate provided per order on request
LF chips (125KHz)TK4100 (read-only 64-bit), EM4200 (R/W 512-bit), EM4305, T5577 (multi-protocol)For legacy access reader fleet compatibility
HF / NFC chip optionsNXP MIFARE Classic 1K / 4K (S50 / S70), Plus EV2 (2K / 4K), Ultralight EV1 / C / Nano, DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 (2K / 4K / 8K), NTAG213 / 215 / 216, NTAG424 DNADESFire EV3 for hotel + secure access; NTAG215 / 216 for NFC business card with vCard payload
Hotel electronic lock systemsAssa Abloy Saflok / VingCard, SALTO, Onity (Dormakaba), TESA, Kaba, Mul-T-LockDESFire EV3 dual-chip variant ensures full lock vendor compatibility
NFC business card workflowNTAG215 (504 bytes) / NTAG216 (888 bytes) carrying vCard, LinkedIn URL, calendar link, portfolio URLiOS Background Tag Reading for zero-app guest tap; Android NFC scan
Print methodsCO2 laser engraving (permanent, no fade, works with wood grain); UV digital printing 1,440 dpi (full color, photo quality on smooth-sanded wood); silkscreen (single / multi-color logo)Laser is the recommended branding method; UV print for richer color requirements
Variable dataLaser-engraved sequential UID; per-card laser-engraved name / room / event ID; QR code laser etchedVariable laser content supported at all volumes; CSV export for enrollment system import
Card thickness0.8 mm (wallet-fit, ISO 7810 standard), 1 mm (more rigid), 2 mm (premium tactile), 3 mm (executive / luxury thick card)Thicker cards reinforce the luxury / premium positioning; 0.8 mm fits standard hotel encoder slots
Custom shapesStandard CR-80 (85.6 x 54 mm) + custom die-cut shapes (rounded corner, leaf shape, mascot)Custom die NRE $450-1,200 + 2-3 week tooling lead time

5 Cost at volume — FAQ

How much does the The wood card cost at 5K pcs? Stock bamboo + 0.8 mm + NTAG213 + CO2 laser-engraved logo: $1.45-1.85 per unit at MOQ 5,000. Volume brackets: MOQ 1,000 (evaluation) = $2.40-3.20; MOQ 5,000 = $1.45-1.85 (base); MOQ 25,000 = $1.05-1.45; MOQ 100,000+ = $0.85-1.25.

Wood / substrate options? Bamboo (eco-recommended, fastest sustainable): base price. Maple / oak / cherry / walnut hardwoods: +$0.25-0.55 per unit. Birch / beech (mid-tier): +$0.15-0.30. FSC-certified sourcing: +$0.08-0.18 per unit (covers chain-of-custody documentation).

Thickness options? 0.8 mm (wallet-fit standard): base price. 1 mm: +$0.10-0.20. 2 mm (premium tactile): +$0.30-0.55. 3 mm (executive luxury): +$0.55-1.10.

Chip upgrade? NTAG213 (base): included. NTAG215 (504 bytes for richer payload): +$0.05-0.10. NTAG216 (888 bytes): +$0.10-0.18. NTAG424 DNA (AES-128 SUN auth): +$0.45-0.85. MIFARE DESFire EV3 2K (hotel-grade secure access): +$0.85-1.45. DESFire EV3 4K: +$1.05-1.75.

Print method costs? CO2 laser engraving (single design + variable serial): +$0.08-0.18 per card. UV digital print (full color): +$0.15-0.30. Silkscreen (single color logo): +$0.05-0.10. Combined laser + UV print: +$0.20-0.40.

How should I justify the premium over PVC? A wood card costs meaningfully more per unit than PVC, and the return is brand-side rather than material-side: sustainability positioning, eco-certification storytelling, ESG-conscious group sales, and differentiation PVC cannot match. Treat it as a marketing investment with a credential attached, not a cost-reduction project.

6 Market context - the sustainability shift in hotel key cards

Hotels discard enormous volumes of plastic key cards every year, and sustainability commitments — net-zero targets, eco-certifications, ESG-conscious corporate group sales — are pushing chains to look at wood, bamboo, and paper-based credentials. The eco-positioned card segment is still small relative to PVC but growing quickly, with hospitality as the lead vertical.

Supplier Fit

Why buyers source RFID Wood Card from RFIDAK

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

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Next Reading

What to read before you approve card samples

Use these guides when you still need to confirm chip path, lock or reader match, and sourcing details before the sample batch is locked.

Buyer guide How to order custom RFID cards A sourcing guide covering samples, MOQ, QC and factory communication. Open guide Buyer guide Hotel RFID card guide Useful when the project involves lock compatibility, chip choice and hospitality printing. Open guide Buyer guide Mifare Classic vs DESFire Compare chip security and fit before finalizing a card specification. Open guide

Comparison Pages

Useful if you are still choosing between two directions

These head-to-head pages help buyers compare chip, frequency, material or format decisions before they lock a sample plan for this product.

Card Material Comparison PVC RFID cards vs paper cards Buyer-focused comparison page for PVC RFID cards vs paper cards covering lifespan, print finish, single-use economics and credential... Chip Comparison Hub Mifare Classic vs DESFire Buyer-focused comparison page for Mifare Classic vs DESFire covering security, memory, cost, migration paths, sample planning and... Chip Comparison Hub Mifare Plus vs DESFire Buyer-focused comparison page for Mifare Plus vs DESFire covering migration, security direction, infrastructure fit and long-term...

Commercial Fit

How buyers usually move this product from shortlist to sample

Most inquiry-ready visitors want to know whether this product matches their workflow, region and approval stage. These cues help them move faster without leaving the product page.

Access-control integrators

Usually comparing reader compatibility, security level and print consistency for recurring issuance.

Hotel and hospitality suppliers

Often focused on lock-system matching, guest branding and quick repeat orders for card replenishment.

Campus and membership programs

Typically need numbering logic, artwork approval and cards that support more than one workflow.

Quote Checklist

What to send us for a faster recommendation

  • Current reader, lock or software system you need the card to match.
  • Preferred chip family, security level and whether NFC phone interaction matters.
  • Artwork, numbering, magnetic stripe, QR code or encoding requirements.
  • Order quantity, target country and delivery timing for sampling or bulk production.
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Market Notes

Regional conversations often tied to this category

North America

Replacement access cards, office credentials and membership programs often start with a sample-first approval cycle.

Europe

Common requests include hotel key cards, premium finishes, eco-look materials and stronger chip security planning.

Middle East and Africa

Hospitality, residential compounds and visitor programs often prioritize durability, branding speed and dependable repeat supply.

Before You Order

Procurement guides every RFID Cards 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.

MOQ

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Lead Time

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Pricing

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Samples

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Factory Audit

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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 RFID Wood Card? +

For RFID Wood Card, the standard MOQ starts at 500 pieces on stock SKUs. Custom die-cut shapes, oversized inlays or specialty substrates (wood, metal) move MOQ to 2,000–5,000 pieces due to tooling. Exact MOQ and unit pricing are quoted per project once chip, customization and packaging are confirmed.

Does RFIDAK provide free samples of RFID Wood Card? +

Yes. Stock rfid cards samples of RFID Wood Card 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 RFID Wood Card? +

Standard RFID Wood Card 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 RFID Wood Card be customized for my brand or project? +

Yes. RFID Wood Card 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.

Is RFID Wood Card compatible with my existing reader or system? +

Compatibility depends on the frequency band (LF 125 kHz / HF 13.56 MHz / UHF 860–960 MHz) and chip family used by your reader or installed system. Send a photo of your current card / reader model and we will recommend the matching chip + test a sample before bulk order.

What certifications and quality control does RFIDAK apply to RFID Wood Card? +

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

Yes. RFID Wood Card 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 RFID Wood Card internationally? +

RFIDAK ships RFID Wood Card 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 RFID Wood Card? +

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 RFID Wood Card? +

Key RFID Wood Card specs: frequency 125 kHz (LF, ISO 11784/11785); 13.56 MHz (HF / NFC, ISO/IEC 14443A); dimensions 85.6 x 54 mm (ISO 7810 CR-80); custom die-cut shapes (rounded corner, leaf, mascot) on 5,000+ MOQ. 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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