Description
Next Gen ID - PolyCards
Ditch flimsy artboard and brittle PVC. PolyCards™ HD merge the style of a luxury business card with the muscle of industrial-grade plastic—so your credentials survive the pockets, lanyards, scanners and coffee spills of real life while still looking showroom-fresh.
Matte Celloglaze – velvet-smooth, fingerprint-resistant; perfect for luxury brands or high-glare environments.
Gloss Celloglaze – mirror-bright, showroom shine that makes colours explode off the surface.
Dual-Finish – gloss front for impact, matte back for easy autographing or handwriting.
Both laminates seal the graphics, doubling scratch-resistance compared with raw HDPE and tripling it versus artboard.
Built for every Scenario Venue Business Event
Access & Security – Add barcodes, QR codes or sequential numbers for friction-free scanning.
Membership & Loyalty – Up-sell prestige with a card that feels worth keeping.
Event & Backstage Passes – Tear-proof, sweat-proof and rain-proof for festivals or sporting days.
Key-Tags & Combo Cards – HDPE’s flexibility means intricate die-cuts without snapping.
Reusable Meal / Drink Vouchers – Wipe clean after each use; no soggy paper tickets.
Manufactured Locally
We’ll customise your Polycard ID cards for what you want, how you want it and for when you need it. For the best quality, complete an online enquiry or contact our customer service centre today.
Complete Your ID Solution with Custom Lanyards
Enhance your Polycards ID cards with our range of custom lanyards. Perfect for events and everyday use, our lanyards are designed to complement your ID cards and provide additional security and convenience.
Why Choose AAC for Polycard ID Cards?
Design in our free PrintFlo builder or upload print-ready art.
Approve your instant digital proof.
Relax—we print, celloglaze, cut, pack and ship from our Gold Coast plant.
Bulk, reseller and white-label pricing available—ask about trade accounts.
Free & Fast Artboard ID Cards Shipping
AAC offers fast, reliable shipping to ensure you receive your custom polycard ID cards when you need them. Plus, with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, you can order with confidence.
Plus, Same Day Dispatch: We understand that timing is crucial for events. That’s why we offer fast turnaround times on all orders. Plain ID products ordered before 1pm (AEST) are dispatched the same day, and custom designs are processed swiftly to ensure timely delivery.
Why Choose AAC for ID & Polycards
PrintFlo, our online product customiser, makes designing your polycards ID cards a breeze. No design experience is necessary—just select a template, customise it with your branding, and see your creation come to life in real-time. Whether you’re adding logos, text, or unique graphics, PrintFlo ensures your ID cards are as unique as your brand.
We just make it easy! You can customise them to suit your needs using our online Product Design Tool, Printflo!
What Are You Waiting For?
Don’t settle for ordinary. Raise the standard of your event security and branding with AAC’s premium custom ID cards. Visit our website or contact our customer service team to start designing your perfect ID solution today. Experience the AAC difference and ensure your next event is secure and stylish.
When you choose AAC, you are choosing a trusted partner with over three decades of experience in the industry. Ready to take your event security and make a lasting impression? Order your custom ID cards and lanyards from AAC today and take advantage of our fast, reliable service and 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Polycards ID Cards FAQ
What is "Polycard?"
A PolyCard is a premium, custom-printed identification or membership card made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), classified as Category 2 plastic. Unlike standard PVC or paperboard (artboard) cards, PolyCards are designed for maximum durability, flexibility, and environmental responsibility.
Key features of Polycards include:
Material: Made from HDPE (Category 2), PolyCards are lightweight, waterproof, and exceptionally resistant to tears, bending, and everyday wear. This material is widely recyclable in Australia, making PolyCards a sustainable choice for businesses and organisations looking to reduce their environmental impact.
Finish Options: Polycards can be finished with premium laminates such as Matte Celloglaze for a sophisticated, non-reflective look, or Gloss Celloglaze for vibrant, eye-catching shine. These laminates enhance durability, protect against scratches and fading, and give the cards a high-end, tactile feel.
Customisation: They can be fully personalised with names, photos, barcodes, QR codes, and unique numbering. PolyCards support sharp, photo-quality CMYK digital printing on both sides, so your branding, messaging, or artwork always looks crisp and professional.
Uses: Polycards are versatile. Commonly used for staff or student IDs, event and festival passes, membership or loyalty cards, access cards, key tags, and even custom gift cards. Their robust construction means they hold up in demanding environments, from outdoor festivals to retail counters.
What Sizes and Shapes Are Available?
Polycards generally come in two sizes: 85mm x 54mm and 100mm x 70mm. The 85mm x 54mm cards are suitable for standard ID card holders, while the 100mm x 70mm cards are ideal for larger information and visibility.
What accessories do I need?
We offer a wide range of accessories to complement your polycards ID cards, such as lanyards, clips, pouches, and holders. You can use these accessories to attach, display, protect, and enhance your cards.
Choose from various colours, styles, and features to match your cards and your brand. You can also order accessories separately or as a bundle with your cards.
We Have It All!
Some of the best accessories to use with artboard ID cards are:
- Lanyards: Lanyards are cords or straps that you can wear around your neck to hold your artboard ID cards. They are convenient, comfortable, and customisable. You can choose from different colours, styles, and materials, and add your logo, text, or QR code to your lanyards. Lanyards can also help you identify and differentiate different groups of people, such as staff, guests, or VIPs.
- Card Holders: Card holders are plastic sleeves or pouches that you can use to protect and display your artboard ID cards. Our Card Holders are durable, transparent, and easy to use. It’s easy to choose from different sizes, orientations, and attachments for your card holders. Card holders can also help you prevent damage, loss, or theft of your artboard ID cards.
- Retractable Zingers: Retractable zingers are devices that allow you to pull out and retract your artboard ID cards with ease. They are handy, secure, and stylish. You can attach your retractable zingers to your clothing, lanyards, or card holders, and choose from different shapes, colours, and cord lengths. Retractable zingers can also help you access or scan your artboard ID cards quickly and conveniently.
Are Polycards rigid like regular custom ID cards?
Our regular ID Cards flex slightly (similar to a credit card). Polycards are much more flexible, firmly inbetween the flexibility of paper and a regular ID Card.
Will they work with my barcode scanner?
100 %. We print at 300 DPI; HDPE’s flat surface ensures clean reads.
Polycard ID Cards Leadtime
Polycard ID Cards are dispatched within 3-5 business days of artwork approval, but you need them quicker, we have priority service options available, contact our customer service team…
