Custom Infoseal
Custom InfoSeal products offer an impressive range of document features. We pride ourselves on designing products to meet your specific application needs. Features include numerous sizes, papers, ink colors, patches, die cuts, and value-added features such as ID cards, labels, and decals. Custom products are available in quantities exceeding 25,000 documents per order and multi-lot combination orders also qualify. That means you have a variety of ways to economize while maximizing the utility of the document.

Overview of Value-Added I.D. Cards & Decals
Non-laminated Perf-Out InfoCards
Laminated Perf-Out InfoCards
EZ Release InfoCards
Tipped-On Cards (Laser Compatible) – Debossed InfoCards
Tipped-On Cards & Decals (Impact Compatible)
Comparison Chart

Overview of Value-Added I.D. Cards & Decals

Introduction
When designing an InfoSeal form with an I.D. Cards, one should consider the type of card and the printer. The available card types include:

• Non-laminated Perf-Out InfoCards
• Laminated Perf-Out InfoCards
• EZ Release InfoCards
• Tipped-On Cards (Laser Compatible) – Debossed InfoCards
• Tipped-On Cards & Decals (Impact Compatible)
  

Card Applications & Markets
The following is a list of possible I.D. Card applications and Markets:

• ID/Membership Cards:
• Insurance
• Healthcare Maintenance Organizations (HMO)
• Pharmacies
• Clubs & Associations
• Fund Raising Organizations
• Schools & Universities
• State Governments (voter registration)
• Retail Stores/Warehouse Clubs
• Banks and Credit Unions

• Temporary Credit Cards:
• Retail Stores (Furniture, Electronics, Department Stores, etc.)
  

• Discount/Frequent Buyer Cards:
• Retail Stores (Book, Clothing, Sporting Goods, etc.)
• Fast Food Restaurants (Coffee Shops, etc.)
• Travel Industry (Airlines, Hotels, Rental Cars)
  

In This Section
For discussion of the following topics, see the specified page.

Non-Laminated Perf-Out InfoCards

Description
Non-laminated, integrated cards are die-cut out of the base ply of the InfoSeal form. They can be used in either a one or two part self-mailer. They are easily torn out of the form by the recipient.

Standard Weight Specifications
The standard weight for the Base paper is 28# Laser
Alternates: 24# laser up to 110# index
Printer and Folder/Sealer specifications should be considered when selecting a paper weight.

Form Lengths
Form Lengths are the same as our standard press lengths. Those lengths are:

• 7"
• 9-1/3"
• 17"
• 7-1/3"
• 11"
• 8-1/2"
• 14"

Form Widths
Form Widths are standard at 8-1/2" for cut sheet and 9-1/2" with ½" control punched margins for continuous.

Card Sizes
Standard Card Size = 3-3/8" x 2-1/8"
Consult Manufacturing for alternative sizes
Card thickness varies depending on paper weight and laminate thickness

Card Placement
Card perforations may be no closer that 5/16" from the edge of the form, perforation, line hole or fold. On continuous forms that are machine burst, the card perforation should be no closer that ¾" from the leading or trailing edge of the document. The minimum laminate overlap is ¼". The maximum number of cards on an InfoSeal document is 2 cards placed side-by-side.
See Card Comparison Chart

Card Perforations
A 5/25 perforation is recommended on all perf-out InfoCards with laminate incorporated into InfoSeal. A 4/25 perforation may be used as an alternate, but may cause feeding issues.

Folder/Sealer Acceptance
Non-laminated, integrated cards can be used in all InfoSeal folder/sealer equipment.
See Card Comparison Chart

Laminated Perf-Out InfoCards

Description
Laminated, integrated cards are die-cut out of the base ply of the InfoSeal form. They can be used in one part self-mailer. They are easily torn out of the form by the recipient.

Standard Weight Specifications
The standard weight for the Base paper is 28# Laser
Alternates: 28# laser up to 100# tag
Printer and Folder/Sealer specifications should be considered when selecting a paper weight.

Form Lengths
Form Lengths are the same as our standard press lengths. Those lengths are:

• 7"
• 9-1/3"
• 17"
• 7-1/3"
• 11"
• 8-1/2"
• 14"
  

Form Widths
Form Widths are standard at 8-1/2" for cut sheet and 9-1/2" with ½" control punched margins for continuous.

Card Sizes
Standard Card Size = 3-3/8" x 2-1/8"
Consult Manufacturing for alternative sizes
Card thickness varies depending on paper weight and laminate thickness

Card Placement
Card perforations may be no closer that 5/16" from the edge of the form, perforation, line hole or fold. On continuous forms that are machine burst, the card perforation should be no closer that ¾" from the leading or trailing edge of the document. The minimum laminate overlap is ¼". The maximum number of cards on an InfoSeal document is 2 cards placed side-by-side.
See Card Comparison Chart

Card Perforations
A 5/25 perforation is recommended on all perf-out InfoCards with laminate incorporated into InfoSeal. A 4/25 perforation may be used as an alternate, but may cause feeding issues.

Folder/Sealer Acceptance
See Card Comparison Chart

Card Laminates
The following card laminates are available for Perf-Out InfoCards incorporated into InfoSeal (available for both the face and back of card):

Thickness Options
The following table depicts thickness options for laminations used on InfoSeal forms.

Paper	Laminate	Card
28# MOCR	1 2	6.2 7.2
32# HI-BULK	1 2	8.0 9.0

EZ Release InfoCards

Description
Laminated, integrated cards are kiss-cut out of the base ply of the InfoSeal form. They can be used in one part self-mailer. They are easily peeled off of the form by the recipient.

Standard Weight Specifications
The standard weight for the Base paper is 28# Laser
Alternates: 28# laser up to 100# tag
Printer and Folder/Sealer specifications should be considered when selecting a paper weight.

Form Lengths
Form Lengths are the same as our standard press lengths. Those lengths are:

• 7"
• 9-1/3"
• 17"
• 7-1/3"
• 11"
• 8-1/2"
• 14"
  

Form Widths
Form Widths are standard at 8-1/2" for cut sheet and 9-1/2" with ½" control punched margins for continuous.

Card Sizes
Standard Card Size = 3-3/8" x 2-1/8"
Consult Manufacturing for alternative sizes
Card thickness varies depending on paper weight and laminate thickness.

Card Placement
Card kiss-cuts may be no closer that 3/8" from the edge of the form, perforation, line hole or fold. On continuous forms that are machine burst, the card perforation should be no closer that ¾" from the leading or trailing edge of the document. The standard laminate overlap on back is 5/16". The maximum number of cards on an InfoSeal document is 2 cards placed side-by-side.
See Card Comparison Chart

Laminates for Back of Card
The following card laminates are available for EZ InfoCards incorporated into InfoSeal on the back of the card:

• #99CCFF

Optional
The following card laminates are available for EZ InfoCards incorporated into InfoSeal on the face of the card:

Tipped-On Cards (Laser Compatible) – Debossed InfoCards

Description
InfoSeal forms are embossed to create an impression for the synthetic card to be affixed. Card easily peels off the form by the recipient.

Standard Weight Specifications
The standard weight for the Base paper is 100# tag
Alternate: 7pt reply card
Printer and Folder/Sealer specifications should be considered when selecting a paper weight.

Form Lengths
Form Lengths are the same as our standard press lengths. Those lengths are:

• 11"
• 14"
  

Form Widths
Form Widths are standard at 8-1/2" for cut sheet and 9-1/2" with ½" control punched margins for continuous.

Card Sizes
Standard Card Size = 3-3/8" x 2-1/8"
Card thickness is 7.5 mil and is laser and signature compatible.

Card Placement
The card may be no closer that ¾" from the edge of the form, perforation, line hole or fold. The card should be placed in the middle panel OR in the panel that trails in the folder/sealer equipment. The trailing panel is the panel opposite the three glue tabs (except on mid range model 2612)
See Card Comparison Chart

Card Affixing Information

• 1 card should be centered in debossed well (or patched area). In some cases, registration marks are provided for card placement on Debossed forms.
• Card is affixed with good registration on the form and from form-to-form (target = ± 1/32"; acceptable = ± 1/16")
• Card is firmly affixed to carrier and the adhesive dot pattern is close to the edge of the card without glue ooze (approximately 1/8" from edge of card).
  

Tipped-On Cards & Decals (Impact Compatible)

Description
InfoSeal forms can carry an affixed card or decal for processing on a continuous impact printer. Card or decal easily peels off the form by the recipient.

Paper Weight Range
The paper weight range for tipped-on cards is:

• 28# to 100#

Caution: The make and model printer must be taken into consideration when considering a paper weight for a particular application.

Card/Decal Positioning
When designing an InfoSeal form to accommodate a tipped-on card or decal, it cannot be placed in leading panel into the folder/sealer.

Available InfoSeal Constructions
Tipped-on cards and decals may be used in forms of 11, 14, or 17 inch length.
Available either continuous or cut-sheet forms. Not available in rolls.

Folder/Sealer Acceptance
Tipped-on cards & decals for use only on mid range & high performance folder/sealers.

Card Materials
Tipped-on cards can be made from the following materials:

• MP-90 (paper cards)
• Synthetic materials
• Plastic
  

Card Thickness
Tipped on card thickness varies from 7pt to 10pt.

Card Comparison Chart

TOP is the panel that has the 3 glue tabs.