Metal Business Cards: Custom Engraved Stainless Steel Cards for Professionals

About Plastic Card ID

Plastic Card ID has built a reputation as a strategic partner for brands that need tangible, high-quality printed solutions. With a legacy of trusted relationships and more than 50 million cards produced, the company combines technical precision with creative flexibility to deliver durable, attention-getting products that convey permanence and value.

We work across marketing, membership, security, and specialty card programs, helping clients convert physical touchpoints into measurable revenue. Our clients include retailers, hospitality groups, and organizations seeking secure ID and access control solutions, all supported by responsive service, product warranties, and tailored fulfillment options.

Expertise & Heritage

For decades, Plastic Card ID has focused on precision manufacturing and consistent quality control to support long-term brand programs. Our team blends print engineering and design insight to ensure every card meets rigorous standards, delivering consistent results for campaigns, loyalty programs, and membership initiatives.

That depth of experience makes us more than a supplier - we are a partner who anticipates operational needs and scales production without sacrificing craftsmanship. Clients benefit from proven processes, clear timelines, and robust quality assurances that protect their brand reputation.

What Sets Us Apart

Our differentiators include specialty materials, advanced security options, and a range of value-added services like full-service affixing and mailing. We offer warranties on print fidelity and component integrity, plus expert support for unique formats such as custom shapes, clear plastic, and luxury metal cards that stand apart at events and point-of-sale displays.

We are also a trusted resource for affiliates and marketers: more than 60 active affiliate websites demonstrate the commercial demand for these products and the revenue potential for partners. That commercial success is tied to our focus on measurable outcomes and conversion-driven creative solutions.

Contact & Next Steps

Ready to discuss a project or request a sample? Call us at 800.835.7919 for quick pricing, sample options, and production timelines. Our team is prepared to walk through specifications and recommend finishes that maximize visual impact and durability for your target audience.

If you prefer, ask about custom carriers, sleeves, or mailing services that create turnkey campaigns from print to delivery. These add-ons help brands achieve higher response rates and smoother fulfillment without shifting coordination burdens to internal teams.

Metal Business Cards: Distinctive Branding

Metal Business Cards are a commanding way to present a brand with luxury presence and tactile weight that paper simply cannot match. Crafted from stainless steel or plated metals, these cards offer long-lasting durability and premium finishes that make a direct, memorable statement at networking events and client meetings.

Beyond looks, metal cards can be laser-etched, engraved, or printed with precision to carry logos, contact details, and subtle textures. For executives and select customer segments, a metal card serves as both a keepsake and a functional identifier that elevates perceived value and trust in the brand.

Design & Finishing Options

We offer brushed, mirror, matte, and plated finishes, along with spot engraving and inset inserts to provide custom visual cues that align with brand identity. Metal cards can also incorporate cutouts or layered elements to create a unique tactile experience that recipients remember long after the first impression.

Combining finishes and selective etching allows for contrast and legibility even on darker metals, ensuring the card remains readable while maintaining an elegant aesthetic that enhances business-to-business introductions and premium client interactions.

Benefits of Metal Cards

Metal Business Cards convey quality and longevity in a way that paper cannot, acting as a physical ambassador for your brand. Their weight and finish communicate attention to detail, often prompting prospects to keep or display the card, which increases brand recall and improves the odds of future engagement.

When used strategically in limited runs or VIP programs, metal cards also create a sense of exclusivity and trust, signaling that the brand invests in long-term relationships and is committed to superior experience for its most valuable customers.

Ordering & Contact

To begin a custom metal card project, reach out and request samples, technical specs, and mockups by calling 800.835.7919. Our sales team will guide you through weight options, finish compatibility, and minimum runs to match budget and program goals, ensuring a smooth production schedule and clear expectations.

We maintain consistent production timelines and warranty coverage on manufacturing defects, so brands can plan launches and client presentations with confidence. Discuss lead times and fulfillment bundling to keep your marketing calendar on track.

Products & Specialty Options

Our product catalog spans standard plastic cards to specialty executions-including clear plastics, custom-cut shapes, and premium metal cards-each engineered to serve a specific program objective. We pair materials with finishing techniques to maximize visual impact, durability, and functional performance for loyalty, ID, and promotional systems.

Each specialty option is supported by documentation, samples, and recommended use cases that help clients decide which format fits operational constraints. We also offer testing and sample approvals for larger programs to ensure performance in real-world conditions.

Custom Shapes & Clear Cards

Custom-cut shapes and clear plastic cards offer brand-forward aesthetics that make campaigns stand out within mailers, at events, or at checkout. These specialty cards act as conversation starters and are often retained or displayed, increasing impressions every time they are seen by new audiences.

We employ precise cutting and lamination techniques to maintain structural integrity for unusual profiles, and our quality control processes ensure edges and surfaces meet strict standards for appearance and durability in day-to-day use.

Luxury Metal & Finishing

Metal options are available in multiple gauges and plating types, with customization that includes laser engraving, etching, and polished highlights. These executions create sophisticated visual layering that reads as premium and intentional, perfect for VIP client programs and C-suite exchanges.

Packaging and optional carriers further reinforce the luxury experience, allowing the first touch to match the perceived value of the card. Ask about protective sleeves and presentation boxes for high-end deliveries and gifting strategies.

Samples & Ordering Process

Requesting samples is straightforward: contact our team at 800.835.7919 to specify finishes, materials, and quantities. We provide production proofs and sample timelines so stakeholders can evaluate tactile and visual qualities before committing to larger runs, reducing rework and ensuring satisfaction.

For complex jobs, we offer phased production and pilot runs to validate designs in-market. These steps drive results and minimize risk, ensuring projects launch on schedule with the intended visual and functional outcomes.

Security, Access & Membership Solutions

We design secure, functional cards for identity, access control, and membership programs that combine form and function. From RFID-enabled hotel key cards to casino player cards and MIFARE DESFire smart cards, our solutions integrate secure components with robust printing to protect brand integrity and user experience.

Security-focused products come with options for encryption, custom encoding, and tamper-resistant printing. Our production workflows include data handling protocols and adherence to operational requirements that ensure credential reliability and program scalability.

RFID & Smart Card Capabilities

Our smart cards support contactless and hybrid technologies, enabling seamless integration with existing access systems. These cards can be customized for encryption level and frequency type, making them suitable for hospitality, corporate campuses, and high-security membership programs where reliability and compatibility are essential.

Technical support is available to coordinate encoding standards, pre-programming, and testing to ensure cards function correctly at deployment, reducing downtime and streamlining installation and issuance processes.

Member ID & Loyalty Integration

Membership and loyalty cards function as both identifiers and marketing tools when designed strategically. We incorporate barcodes, magnetic stripes, and printed QR codes alongside branding elements to create multi-purpose credentials that drive retention and measurable engagement.

Programs benefit from coordinated fulfillment, where cards, carriers, and welcome kits are assembled and mailed to members, ensuring a polished first impression and immediate usability upon receipt - a full-service approach that simplifies internal logistics.

Contact for Security Projects

For project-specific consultation on secure encoding or compliance questions, please call 800.835.7919. Our specialists work with your IT and security teams to define requirements, test prototypes, and deliver reliable credentials that meet operational needs and security policies.

We also provide warranty terms for manufacturing defects in secure components and offer ongoing support for reissuance and lifecycle management of credential inventories, helping organizations maintain control and continuity.

Fulfillment, Mailing & Affiliate Opportunities

Plastic Card ID operates as a full-service partner that handles printing, affixing, kitting, and mailing to deliver campaigns end-to-end. These services reduce internal workload and accelerate time-to-market, allowing brands to focus on strategy while we coordinate logistics, quality control, and tracking.

For affiliate marketers and partners, our reliable fulfillment and product demand create an attractive revenue opportunity. We support partners with co-branded materials, tracking options, and efficient order handling that keep customer experiences consistent and profitable.

Fulfillment & Mailing Services

Full-service fulfillment includes card affixing, insertion into carriers or mailers, and postage batching to meet postal requirements. This integrated approach ensures campaigns arrive ready-to-use and conform to postal standards while maintaining presentation quality that reflects well on the brand.

Our teams manage inventory, perform QC checks, and coordinate shipping schedules to align with campaign timelines, offering brands peace of mind and predictable delivery performance across domestic and select international markets.

Affiliate & Reseller Support

Affiliates benefit from our high-demand product lines and proven conversion rates, with access to marketing assets, product training, and programmatic support to drive sales. Over 60 affiliate websites currently leverage our offerings, demonstrating scalable revenue opportunities for partners aligned with quality and service.

We provide partner onboarding and co-marketing materials to help resellers position products effectively. Affiliates also receive fulfillment integrations and competitive margins for bundled or recurring orders, making partnership practical and lucrative.

Sales & Ordering Assistance

To discuss fulfillment, minimums, or affiliate opportunities, contact our sales team at 800.835.7919. We'll outline options for kitting, sample approvals, and volume discounts, plus provide clear timelines and fulfillment SLAs that align with your launch objectives.

Our team can also advise on creative packaging and mailing strategies that maximize response rates while maintaining cost efficiency, ensuring your program delivers both impact and ROI.

Partner with Plastic Card ID

Partnering with Plastic Card ID gives brands access to comprehensive printing expertise, product warranties, and full-service fulfillment that simplifies large campaigns. We pride ourselves on measurable outcomes, responsive service, and the ability to scale production while preserving quality and brand standards.

Whether you need standout Metal Business Cards, secure ID credentials, or integrated mailing programs, our approach focuses on tangible results and long-term relationships. We are committed to helping partners and clients convert physical touchpoints into lasting business value.

Why Choose Us

Our clients choose Plastic Card ID for its reliable production, warranty-backed workmanship, and range of specialty materials that include premium metal finishes. That reliability translates into fewer surprises, predictable timelines, and improved campaign performance that stakeholders can measure and trust.

We align with client goals by recommending materials and finishes that match usage scenarios, ensuring each card performs as both a functional tool and a brand ambassador that fosters loyalty and recognition.

Case Studies & Results

Retailers switching to plastic gift cards often see dramatic sales improvements, and our hospitality and membership clients have reported increased retention when combining secure credentials with personalized campaigns. These case studies demonstrate the commercial lift delivered by physical cards when integrated into broader marketing strategies.

Clients also benefit from our pilot and phasing options, which allow them to validate results before scaling programs. That measured approach reduces risk and maximizes the positive impact of each print run.

Start Your Project

Begin with a conversation about objectives, budget, and timing by calling 800.835.7919 or requesting a sample kit. We'll help you select materials, finishes, and fulfillment that produce an effective, durable result, and we'll outline warranty and support options so you can proceed with confidence.

Take the next step and make a lasting impression-partner with a team that understands how physical products convert attention into action and revenue. Contact us today to begin your custom project.

Plastic Card ID - Call now at 800.835.7919 to request samples, pricing, and expert guidance.