Proximity Cards

Proximity cards, also known as prox cards, use radio frequency transmit/receive electronics (integrated circuit technology) to transfer data. This data transmits securely from a distance, making proximity cards unique in that they do not have to be swiped through a card reader, and they are the convenient solution for secure door access control or time and attendance applications. When in use, a card reader sends out a field that activates the antenna coil which lies within a proximity card, and charges the capacitor. Card information is then transmitted via this antenna coil to the card reader and if the information is found to be accurate access is granted, be it door entry or a monetary purchase.

Proximity cards currently operate at 125 kHz. They are powered by resonant energy transfer with typical read range of 0-3 inches and longer read ranges made possible through the implementation of high powered readers. IDSuperShop also offers a variety of long range card read solutions which can read up to 30 feet away using a combination of high powered signal boosters for the proximity and card readers.

IDSuperShop is pleased to offer HID and Indala proximity cards. HID is a leader in the secure access industry, featuring a large selection of smart card options used by organizations worldwide. Corporate, educational, and health organizations as well as governmental agencies rely on proximity card technology for the personalization of their secure badges and cards.

Proximity cards seamlessly integrate with existing card printing operations, and can be printed on exactly as if they were ordinary cards. IDSuperShop offers many printer solutions for creating proximity cards. Our most popular options are:

• Fargo DTC4500 Create loyalty & sophisticated access ID cards with embedded electronics.
• Fargo HDP5000 For superior print quality, higher reliability and durability, and greater security.
• Zebra P330i For single-sided color card reliable and high performance printing at an affordable price.
• Zebra 430i For rugged dual-sided card printing of high quality personalized photo ID cards in high volume applications.
• Magicard Rio Pro Secure ID card printer with powerful capabilities, FREE custom Holokote, the features of the Rio1 and more.
• Evolis Dualys3 The ideal solution for personalizing high quality dual-sided ID badges.
• Nisca PR5350 For high speed, low cost dual-sided smart card printing.