Access control card
By introducing a light-emitting layer and a chip layer into the access card design, the problems of ordinary appearance and poor user experience of access cards are solved, achieving clear display and unique appearance in low-light environments, and improving the durability and security of the card.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520225111.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing access control cards have a plain appearance, poor user experience, and insufficient market competitiveness.
The technology of introducing a light-emitting layer into access control cards, the light-emitting materials and chip design, including the light-emitting layer and the chip layer, the light-emitting layer is made of a substrate with added light-emitting materials, the chip layer is set on the light-emitting layer, the light-emitting materials include pearl powder, phosphorescent powder or loose powder or a film coated on the surface of the substrate, the chip layer is embedded in the light-emitting layer, the substrate is made of acrylic or PET material, the protective layer is made of PC and PET material, and the printing layer is used for information display.
It improves the visibility and aesthetics of access cards in low-light environments, enhances recognizability, optimizes user experience, and improves card durability and security.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to an access control card, belonging to the field of electronic cards. Background Technology
[0002] The intelligent access control system consists of access cards, a main unit, a card reader, and an electric lock. The circular card reader is a contactless method; the cardholder only needs to quickly swipe the card near the reader once for the reader to detect the card and transmit the card information (card number) to the main unit. The main unit first checks the card's validity and then decides whether to close the door. The entire process can achieve access control management functions as long as it is within the valid card-swiping range.
[0003] Existing access control cards are made of monochrome plastic with the chip embedded inside the plastic layer. They have a rather ordinary and unattractive appearance, offer limited user choices, provide a poor user experience, and lack strong market competitiveness. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings and deficiencies of the existing technology and to provide an access control card.
[0005] An access control card includes a light-emitting layer and a chip layer disposed on the light-emitting layer for unlocking. The light-emitting layer is made of a substrate with added luminescent material. The light-emitting layer allows the access control card to be clearly displayed in low-light environments, improving card visibility and making it easier for users to find and use. Furthermore, the luminescent material gives the access control card a unique appearance, enhancing its aesthetics and recognizability. Traditional access control cards are difficult to operate or recognize at night or in low-light conditions. Access control cards with a light-emitting layer solve this problem through their light-emitting function, optimizing the user experience.
[0006] Preferably, the luminescent material includes pearlescent powder, phosphorescent powder, loose powder, or a coating on the substrate surface. These luminescent materials are suitable for various manufacturing processes (such as spraying, printing, or lamination), facilitating low-cost upgrades to existing production lines. Preferred luminescent materials allow for optimization for specific applications; for example, phosphorescent powder is suitable for security access control, pearlescent powder for decorative purposes, and loose powder and coatings are suitable for the standardized needs of mass production. This further enhances the functionality, durability, and visual appeal of access cards.
[0007] Preferably, a chip slot is formed on the light-emitting layer, and the chip layer is disposed within the chip slot. The chip slot design allows the chip layer to be embedded within the light-emitting layer. This embedded structure reduces the protruding portion of the chip layer, making the access card thinner and flatter overall, improving the card's aesthetics and practicality. Embedding the chip layer within the chip slot effectively prevents the chip layer surface from being exposed to the external environment. The light-emitting layer provides additional physical protection for the chip layer, reducing the risk of the chip being subjected to external impacts, wear, and environmental corrosion, thus improving the durability and reliability of the access card.
[0008] Furthermore, the chip layer is an ID card or an IC card. ID cards and IC cards are mature chip technologies with wide market applications and compatibility. The chip technology of ID cards and IC cards supports encrypted data storage, especially IC cards, which have higher security. Through measures such as anti-cloning and anti-cracking, the anti-counterfeiting and security of access control cards are improved.
[0009] Preferably, the substrate is made of acrylic or PET. Acrylic has a light transmittance of over 92%, and when used in conjunction with a light-emitting layer, it can achieve a more uniform and brighter luminous effect, enhancing visual impact and product texture. Acrylic has a smooth surface, a comfortable feel, and its transparency and color can be adjusted as needed. PET has high strength and toughness, is not easily broken, and is suitable for scenarios requiring bending, deformation, or pressure resistance, improving the durability and lifespan of access cards. PET is lighter than acrylic, making it suitable for scenarios with strict requirements on card weight, such as portable access cards or multi-functional pendant cards.
[0010] Furthermore, a base layer and a printing layer are provided above the luminescent layer for printing information. The base layer provides a flat foundation for the printing layer, ensuring that printed text, patterns, or logos are clearly visible, accurately presenting whether it is identity information, company logos, or other personalized content. The printing layer can be customized with various information according to user needs, such as user names, numbers, QR codes, or barcodes, meeting diverse information display requirements. The luminescent layer and the printing layer work together to highlight the printed information through background illumination, ensuring good recognizability and aesthetics of the card even in low-light environments, thus enhancing the user experience.
[0011] Preferably, a base color layer is provided beneath the light-emitting layer. The base color layer may be made of a high-reflectivity material (such as white or metallic), effectively reflecting the light emitted downwards from the light-emitting layer, thereby enhancing the brightness and uniformity of the light-emitting layer and providing better display performance for the access card in low-light or dark environments. The base color layer can provide various background colors or patterns for the light-emitting layer, achieving diverse visual effects through interaction with the light-emitting layer (such as overlay, masking, etc.), such as gradient light, patterned light, or localized highlights.
[0012] Furthermore, a protective top layer and a protective bottom layer are respectively provided on the upper and lower sides of the light-emitting layer. The protective top layer is located above the light-emitting layer, effectively resisting scratches, wear, and impacts, maintaining the integrity of the light-emitting layer, and extending its service life. The protective bottom layer is located below the light-emitting layer, preventing the light-emitting layer from being damaged by friction from the back or hard objects, and providing higher structural strength for the overall card. The protective top layer and the protective bottom layer are located at the top and bottom of the light-emitting layer, respectively, protecting the base layer, printing layer, and base color layer.
[0013] Furthermore, the protective bottom layer is made of PC material, and the protective top layer is made of PET material. The PET protective top layer emphasizes surface light transmittance, abrasion resistance, and stain resistance, protecting the appearance and luminous performance; the PC protective bottom layer provides high-strength support to the bottom, preventing mechanical damage and environmental corrosion. The combination of the two forms a multi-layer composite structure, significantly improving the access card's impact resistance and durability, suitable for high-intensity, long-term use requirements.
[0014] Preferably, the access card also includes a clasp slot, which is fixedly connected to the light-emitting layer. The clasp slot can be easily combined with accessories such as lanyards, keychains, and name tag clips, allowing the access card to be hung on clothing, bags, or personal belongings, avoiding the risk of losing or forgetting to bring the card.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: The luminescent layer allows the access card to be clearly displayed in low-light environments, improving card visibility and making it easier for users to quickly find and use the card. Furthermore, the luminescent material gives the access card a unique appearance, enhancing its aesthetics and recognizability. Traditional access cards are difficult to operate or recognize at night or in low-light environments. Access cards with a luminescent layer solve this problem through their light-emitting function, optimizing the user experience. Attached Figure Description
[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, obtaining other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort still falls within the scope of this utility model.
[0017] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the main body of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the light-emitting layer;
[0020] In the diagram, 1 is the light-emitting layer; 11 is the chip slot; 12 is the snap-fit slot; 2 is the chip layer; 3 is the base layer; 4 is the printing layer; 5 is the base color layer; 6 is the top protective layer; and 7 is the bottom protective layer. Detailed Implementation
[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of this utility model clearer, the utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0022] It should be noted that all uses of "first" and "second" in the embodiments of this utility model are for the purpose of distinguishing two entities or parameters with the same name but different names. It is clear that "first" and "second" are only for the convenience of expression and should not be construed as limiting the embodiments of this utility model. Subsequent embodiments will not explain this in detail.
[0023] The directional and positional terms used in this utility model, such as "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "top," "bottom," and "side," are merely for reference to the accompanying drawings. Therefore, the directional and positional terms used are for the purpose of explaining and understanding this utility model, and not for limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0024] like Figure 1-2 The illustration shows an embodiment of an access control card according to this invention, comprising a light-emitting layer 1 and a chip layer 2 disposed on the light-emitting layer 1 for unlocking. The light-emitting layer 1 is made of a substrate with added luminescent material. The light-emitting layer 1 enables the access control card to be clearly displayed in low-light environments, improving card visibility and facilitating quick retrieval and use by users. Furthermore, the luminescent material gives the access control card a unique appearance, enhancing its aesthetics and recognizability. Traditional access control cards are difficult to operate or recognize at night or in low-light environments. The access control card with the light-emitting layer 1 solves this problem through its luminescent function, optimizing the user experience.
[0025] The luminescent materials include pearlescent powder, phosphorescent powder, loose powder, or a coating on the substrate surface. These luminescent materials are suitable for various manufacturing processes (such as spraying, printing, or lamination), facilitating low-cost upgrades to existing production lines. Preferred luminescent materials allow for optimization for specific applications; for example, phosphorescent powder is suitable for security access control, pearlescent powder for decorative purposes, and loose powder and coatings are suitable for the standardized needs of mass production. This further enhances the functionality, durability, and visual appeal of access cards.
[0026] The difference between this embodiment and the above embodiments is that, Figure 3 As shown, a chip slot 11 is formed on the light-emitting layer 1, and the chip layer 2 is disposed within the chip slot 11. The design of the chip slot 11 allows the chip layer 2 to be embedded inside the light-emitting layer 1. This embedded structure reduces the protruding part of the chip layer 2, making the access card thinner and flatter overall, improving the card's aesthetics and practicality. Embedding the chip layer 2 within the chip slot 11 effectively prevents its surface from being exposed to the external environment. The light-emitting layer 1 provides additional physical protection for the chip layer 2, reducing the risk of the chip being subjected to external impacts, wear, and environmental corrosion, thus improving the durability and reliability of the access card.
[0027] The chip layer 2 is an ID card or an IC card. ID cards and IC cards are mature chip technologies with wide market applications and compatibility. The chip technology of ID cards and IC cards supports encrypted data storage. In particular, IC cards have higher security, and through measures such as anti-cloning and anti-cracking, they improve the anti-counterfeiting and security of access control cards.
[0028] The substrate is made of acrylic or PET. Acrylic has a light transmittance of over 92%, and when used in conjunction with the light-emitting layer 1, it can achieve a more uniform and brighter light emission effect, enhancing visual impact and product texture. Acrylic has a smooth surface, a comfortable feel, and its transparency and color can be adjusted according to needs. PET has high strength and toughness, is not easily broken, and is suitable for scenarios requiring bending, deformation, or pressure resistance, improving the durability and lifespan of access cards. PET is lighter than acrylic, making it suitable for scenarios with strict requirements on card weight, such as portable access cards or multi-functional pendant cards.
[0029] Alternatively, the substrate can be made of celluloid, allowing for the selection of different substrate materials depending on the application scenario.
[0030] This embodiment differs from the previous embodiments in that a base layer 3 and a printing layer 4 for printing information are provided above the light-emitting layer 1. The base layer 3 provides a flat foundation for the printing layer 4, ensuring that printed text, patterns, or logos are clearly visible, accurately presenting whether it is identity information, company logos, or other personalized content. The printing layer 4 can be customized with various information according to user needs, such as user names, numbers, QR codes, or barcodes, meeting diverse information display requirements. The light-emitting layer 1 and the printing layer 4 work together to highlight the printed information through background illumination, ensuring good recognizability and aesthetics of the card even in low-light environments, thus enhancing the user experience.
[0031] The difference between this embodiment and the previous embodiments is that a base color layer 5 is provided below the light-emitting layer 1. The base color layer 5 can be made of a high-reflectivity material (such as white or metallic), effectively reflecting the light emitted downwards from the light-emitting layer 1, thereby enhancing the brightness and uniformity of the light-emitting layer 1, and enabling the access card to have a better display effect in low-light or dark environments. The base color layer 5 can provide the light-emitting layer 1 with a variety of background colors or patterns, and through interaction with the light-emitting layer 1 (such as superposition, masking, etc.), diverse visual effects can be achieved, such as gradient light, patterned light, or localized highlighting.
[0032] The difference between this embodiment and the previous embodiment is that the upper and lower sides of the light-emitting layer 1 are respectively provided with a protective top layer 6 and a protective bottom layer 7. The protective top layer 6 is located above the light-emitting layer 1, effectively resisting scratches, wear and impact, maintaining the integrity of the light-emitting layer 1, and extending its service life. The protective bottom layer 7 is located below the light-emitting layer 1, preventing the light-emitting layer 1 from being damaged by friction from the back or hard objects, and providing higher structural strength for the overall card. The protective top layer 6 and the protective bottom layer 7 are located at the top and bottom of the light-emitting layer 1, respectively, protecting the base layer 3, the printing layer 4, and the base color layer 5.
[0033] The protective bottom layer 7 is made of PC material, and the protective top layer 6 is made of PET material. The PET protective top layer 6 focuses on surface light transmittance, wear resistance, and stain resistance, protecting the appearance and luminous performance; the PC protective bottom layer 7 provides high-strength support at the bottom, preventing mechanical damage and environmental corrosion. The combination of the two forms a multi-layer composite structure, which greatly improves the impact resistance and durability of the access card, making it suitable for high-intensity, long-term use.
[0034] The difference between this embodiment and the previous embodiment is that the access card also includes a buckle slot 12, which is fixedly connected to the light-emitting layer 1. The buckle slot 12 can be easily combined with accessories such as lanyards, keychains, and name tag clips, allowing the access card to be hung on clothing, bags, or personal belongings, avoiding the risk of losing or forgetting to bring the card.
[0035] The above-disclosed embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present utility model. Therefore, any equivalent variations made in accordance with the claims of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.
[0036] Although the present invention has been described with reference to several specific embodiments, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed. The present invention is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
Claims
1. An access card, characterized by: The application relates to a door access card, which comprises a light-emitting layer and a chip layer arranged on the light-emitting layer for unlocking, wherein the light-emitting layer is made of a substrate added with a light-emitting material; the light-emitting material comprises pearl powder or night light powder or loose powder or a film plated on the surface of the substrate.
2. The access control card of claim 1, wherein: A chip groove is arranged on the light-emitting layer, and the chip layer is arranged in the chip groove.
3. The access control card of claim 2, wherein: The chip layer is an ID card or an IC card.
4. The access control card of claim 1, wherein: The substrate is made of acrylic material or PET material.
5. The access control card of claim 1 or 2, wherein: A base layer and a printing layer for printing information are arranged above the light-emitting layer.
6. The access control card of claim 1, wherein: A bottom color layer is arranged below the light-emitting layer.
7. The access control card of claim 1 or 6, wherein: A protective top layer and a protective bottom layer are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of the light-emitting layer.
8. The access control card of claim 7, wherein: The protective bottom layer is made of PC material, and the protective top layer is made of PET material.
9. The access control card of claim 1, wherein: The door access card further comprises a buckle groove, and the buckle groove is fixedly connected with the light-emitting layer.