Overlaminates

Overlaminates for ID Card Protection and Security

Overlaminates provide an added layer of protection for plastic ID cards and badges, helping extend card life while protecting printed information from abrasion, fading and everyday wear. Applied after a card is printed, overlaminates create a durable protective coating designed for ID cards used frequently or in demanding environments.

In addition to improving card durability, overlaminates can provide an extra level of security. Clear and holographic options are available for applications ranging from standard employee badges to secure credentials where protection against tampering, alteration and counterfeiting is important.

Types of ID Card Overlaminates

Different card programs require different levels of durability and security. Choosing the appropriate overlaminate helps protect your cards while meeting the requirements of your application:

• Clear overlaminates: Add a protective layer that helps defend cards against scratches, abrasion, fading and everyday wear
• Holographic overlaminates: Combine card protection with visible security features that can help deter tampering and counterfeiting
• Custom overlaminates: Can incorporate organization-specific designs or security elements for applications requiring enhanced credential protection

Extend the Life of ID Cards and Badges

Frequently handled ID cards can become scratched, faded or damaged over time. Applying an overlaminate helps protect the card surface and printed elements, extending the usable life of employee badges, access control cards, membership cards and other credentials.

Greater card durability can also help reduce the need for replacement cards, saving time and reducing the ongoing cost of card stock, printer ribbons and reprinting.

Enhanced ID Card Security

For organizations requiring additional credential security, holographic overlaminates provide visual authentication features that make cards more difficult to alter or reproduce. These solutions are well suited for corporate identification, government credentials, education, healthcare and secure access applications.

Compatible with Leading ID Card Printers

Overlaminates are available for compatible ID card printers and laminators from leading manufacturers, including Zebra, Evolis, HID Fargo and Magicard. Options vary by printer model, laminate thickness, patch configuration and security design, making printer compatibility an important consideration when selecting supplies.

Find the Right Overlaminate for Your ID Card Printer

Levata offers ID card overlaminates for a variety of card printing and security applications. Choose from clear, holographic and specialty laminate options designed to protect credentials, improve card durability and support your organization's security requirements.