Details
Usually, the magnetic stripe is placed on the back (credit or debit card) of a card if its data needs to be read by a swipe reader. The disadvantage of this card is that the contained data can be easily modified.
Plastic cards with magnetic stripes are standardized according to the international standard ISO 7811.
Three data tracks are provided on the stripe.
- Track 1: 79 alphanumeric characters
- Track 2: 40 numeric characters
- Track 3: 107 numeric characters
These cards are distinguished into two different types: 4000 Oe (HiCo) and 300 Oe (LoCo).
LoCo cards are considered the standard. They are written with low energy, which means that stored data can be destroyed or erased by strong magnetic fields.
HiCo cards are much more resistant due to better processing and are hardly erasable by external influences.
Applications: In combination with a PIN, magnetic stripe cards serve for the automatic identification of authorized persons.
Magnetic stripe cards were developed for banking. However, due to the lack of security, their area of application has changed significantly.
Production is possible in the form of PVC, polyester, and other plastics. Cards made of polyester are the most durable, promising a long service life. Both LoCo and HiCo remain very cost-effective and re-writable data carriers.
Material: PVC, white, high-gloss laminated
Design / Print: TTF printable
Coding: possible
Finish: burr-free / scratch-free
Format: 86 x 54 x 0.76 cm