Material Thickness (GSM) | High-frequency games, promotional events | Industry: 250 GSM (ISO 3801); Base: 280 GSM (▲12% thicker); Advanced: 300 GSM (▲▲20% thicker) | Base: 12% thicker than industry standard; Advanced: 20% thicker for tear resistance | Industry: Prone to bending; Advanced: Slightly heavier |
Surface Finish | Premium gifts, professional events | Industry: Matte (ISO 2813); Base: Glossy (▲ISO 2813 compliant); Advanced: UV Coated (▲▲ASTM D523 scratch-resistant) | Base: Shiny appearance; Advanced: Resists scratches and wear | Industry: Less visually appealing; Advanced: Higher production cost |
Customization | Corporate branding, personalized gifts | Industry: 2-color logos; Base: 4-color CMYK (▲ISO 12647-7); Advanced: Pantone-matched (▲▲Pantone 18-1754 TSX) | Base: Vibrant logos; Advanced: Exact color matching for branding | Industry: Limited options; Advanced: Requires color proofs |
Durability (Bend Resistance) | Casino games, outdoor use | Industry: 50 bends (ISO 5626); Base: 75 bends (▲▲50% improvement); Advanced: 100 bends (▲▲▲100% improvement) | Base: Better for frequent shuffling; Advanced: Lasts twice as long as industry | Industry: Tears easily; Advanced: Heavier material |
Print Quality | Collectible items, high-end promotions | Industry: 2-color (ISO 12647-2); Base: 4-color 300 DPI (▲ISO 12647-7); Advanced: 6-color 400 DPI (▲▲ISO 12647-7) | Base: Rich, vibrant designs; Advanced: Ultra-realistic color depth | Industry: Limited color options; Advanced: Complex setup required |
Water Resistance | Outdoor events, rainy conditions | Industry: Not water-resistant; Base: Water-resistant (▲Passed ASTM D573, 24hr); Advanced: Waterproof (▲▲Passed ASTM D573, 72hr) | Base: Resists spills; Advanced: Fully waterproof for harsh environments | Industry: Ink bleeds in wet conditions; Advanced: Higher cost |