Smart card tape
Quick overview
- Smart card adhesive solutions support the manufacture, assembly, and fulfillment of smart cards used for payment, identification, access control, and other applications.
- The portfolio includes adhesive technologies for chip module embedding, antenna connection, conductive bonding, and card attachment processes.
- Heat-activated film adhesives provide secure bonding of chip modules into card substrates, while conductive solutions support dual interface card manufacturing.
- Card attachment solutions provide secure adhesion during transportation and mailing while enabling easy, residue-free card removal by recipients.
Life today without smart cards is unthinkable. From daily shopping with credit and debit cards to maintaining business security with identity and access control cards, smart cards are used across many sectors to make life easier and safer. At tesa, we supply adhesive tapes for the makers of all types of smart cards to ensure that cards function effectively throughout their lifetime. For key stages in the manufacturing and fulfillment processes, browse our selection of relevant tape solutions to find the smart card adhesive solution that best fits your needs.
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Discover the versatile uses of smart card adhesive tapes
We offer adhesive tapes for various smart card types and applications. Our specialty tapes have been developed for the manufacture and assembly of different sorts of smart cards, depending on their type and functionality (contact, contactless, or dual interface). Alongside these, we also supply card attachment adhesives for the mailing of cards to customers.
Some examples of our smart card adhesive products and their applications are shown below.
Reliable mounting solutions for contact cards
Effective and permanent mounting of the chip module into the substrate cavity is essential to ensure that contact cards will continue to function properly over time.
Our specialty tesa® HAF range is comprised of heat-activated films with high bonding strength to different card substrates such as PVC, PET, ABS, and PC. These have good workability on all common contact card assembly lines and can be easily incorporated into automated processes.
Conductive bonding for dual interface (DI) smart cards
Dual interface smart cards offer convenience, versatility, and enhanced security in today’s connected world. At tesa, we support you in the manufacturing of DI cards, such as payment and identification cards, with high-quality adhesive solutions. These also incorporate features that help streamline your processes and improve productivity.
For example, dual interface cards need a reliable connection between the chip module and the antenna to function correctly. tesa® ACF 8414 is an anisotropic conductive hot-melt film that can be integrated into many commonly used smart card production lines without the need for additional cost. This tape makes it possible to embed the chip module and electrically contact the antenna in a single, automated step during the assembly process.
Card attachment solutions
Many smart cards will need to be sent out to the customer by mail. For mail fulfillment, cards need to be securely attached to the covering letter, yet quickly and cleanly removed by the customer.
Our card attachment solutions include removable double-sided solutions for the automatic or manual fixing of cards to paper and provide residue-free removal. These are quick and straightforward to integrate into automated assembly processes and require only a short set-up time.
Some of our card attachment products are developed with additional security features and highly reliable process control options like UV-fluorescent pigments.
Smart card adhesive solutions for manufacturing and fulfillment
Best for: Smart card adhesive solutions are designed for smart card manufacturing, assembly, and fulfillment processes. They support contact cards, contactless cards, dual interface cards, and card mailing applications that require reliable bonding and process efficiency.
Why they perform
- Secure chip module bonding
- Support chip module embedding and antenna connection
- Compatible with multiple card substrates
- Easy integration into assembly lines
- Reliable adhesion during transportation and fulfillment
- Residue-free card removal options available
Typical applications
- Chip module embedding in contact cards
- Conductive bonding in dual interface (DI) smart cards
- Antenna-to-chip module connection
- Smart card manufacturing and assembly
- Card attachment for customer mailing and fulfillment
Performance takeaway: Smart card adhesive solutions support reliable card functionality through secure bonding, efficient manufacturing processes, and dependable fulfillment applications.
Browse our portfolio of smart card tapes
Discover our adhesive solutions for smart card manufacturers. Our specialized adhesive tapes are designed to meet the industry's rigorous standards, ensuring secure and durable bonding for all smart card components. Engineered for high-speed production, our adhesives enhance both performance and efficiency. Explore our product range to find the perfect adhesive solution for your smart card manufacturing needs.
Use our convenient product finder below to identify the products that best suit the needs of your process or project. For any questions, our team of technical experts will be happy to help.
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Smart cards tape FAQs
Can smart card tape support permanent chip mounting?
Yes. Specialty heat-activated film tapes can securely embed contact card chip modules into substrate cavities. tesa® HAF tapes provide high bonding strength to substrates such as PVC, PET, ABS, and PC and are designed for workability on common contact card assembly lines.
How can card tape simplify dual interface card assembly?
Card tape solutions can combine chip module embedding and antenna connection in a single assembly step. For dual interface smart cards, tesa® ACF 8414 is an anisotropic conductive hot-melt film that creates the electrical connection between the chip module and antenna while being integrated into commonly used production lines.
Can card tape be integrated into existing smart card production lines?
Yes, several card tape solutions are designed for integration into commonly used production lines. For example, tesa® HAF tapes offer good workability on common contact card assembly lines, while tesa® ACF 8414 can be integrated into many smart card production lines without additional investment.