Transparent ID Card Overlays
Application Recommendations
Overlays can be applied manually without any special tools.
The overlay is slightly smaller in size compared to the ID card
to allow for some mis-alignment. However, it is an acquired skill
to apply without trapping air bubbles, which can result in wasted
overlays and wasted ID cards.
To minimize trapped air bubbles and reduce wasted materials, we recommend the
use of "application fluid" and a rubber roller.
Some overlays are designed to be tamper evident construction, i.e. the hologram
will self-destruct if removed after the initial application. If using tamper
evident overlays, we strongly recommend the use of "application fluid" and a
hand-held rubber roller (brayer). Using the procedure outlined below allows time
for repositioning the overlay before it set in position and the tamper evident
feature takes effect.
The following procedure assumes you use "application fluid" and a hand-held rubber
roller.
1. Position the printed ID card on a flat surface in "landscape" configuration.
2. Lightly spray the "application fluid" over the printed ID card.
3. Remove an overlay from the film liner (backer); discard the film liner.
4. Using both hands, hold the overlay from each end allowing the middle of the
overlay to be at the lowest position, which will be the first point of contact
with the ID card.
5. Position the bottom edge of the overlay slightly above (1/16") the bottom
edge of the ID card; the overlay should be placed in the middle of the card and
then smoothed outward.
6. After applying the overlay, use the rubber roller to smooth out any trapped
air bubbles. Start in the middle of the card and work out to both edges.
7. Using a soft, dry, clean cloth, wipe the finished card to remove any excess
application fluid.
Application Tools
| Application Fluid (6 oz bottle) |  |
$15.00 /
bottle |
| Rubber Roller (brayer / 4" wide) |  |
$19.00 / each |