Elite Smooth ES40 card stock
Elite Smooth ES40 is QPMN's heaviest premium smooth card stock for trading cards. At 400 GSM and approximately 0.45 mm thick, it gives each card an exceptionally substantial feel suited to premium TCG releases, collector cards, and limited editions.
400 GSM
~0.45 mm
No core
No MOQ
A substantial stock made for premium trading cards
Elite Smooth ES40 is a 400 GSM card stock with an approximate thickness of 0.45 mm, an elite smooth surface, and no separate center core. It is the thickest smooth paper stock in QPMN's current card-material range.
Compared with a conventional game-card stock, ES40 feels thicker and more substantial when held, displayed, sorted, or opened from a booster pack.
| Stock code | ES40 |
|---|---|
| Material | Paper card stock |
| Weight | 400 GSM |
| Approximate thickness | ~0.45 mm |
| Core | No core |
| Surface / texture | Elite smooth |
| Handling feel | Thick, solid, smooth, and highly substantial |
| Primary use | Premium trading cards and Booster Pack Cards |
| Current availability | Selected Booster Pack Card products |
| MOQ | No minimum order quantity |
Why Choose ES40 for Custom Card Printing
Typical fits
- Premium TCG cards
Substantial collector-grade feel - Booster Pack Cards
Premium opening and handling experience - Collector cards
Display-focused artwork and special editions - Limited editions
Physical differentiation from standard cards - Sports-style cards
Added weight and presence - Art cards
Illustration-led collectible series
Compare all QPMN card stocks
| Card stock | Weight | Thickness | Core | Surface | Typical fits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Smooth CS27 | 270 GSM | ~0.28 mm | ⦿ Blue Core | Smooth | Promotions, prototypes, educational decks |
| Premium Smooth PS30 | 300 GSM | ~0.33 mm | ⦿ Blue Core | Smooth | Professional games, photo decks, event decks |
| Deluxe Smooth DS33 | 330 GSM | ~0.31 mm | ⦿ Black Core | Extra-smooth | Premium TCGs, collector, tarot, gift decks |
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Elite Smooth ES40 Current stock |
400 GSM | ~0.45 mm | No core | Elite smooth | Premium trading cards and Booster Pack Cards |
| Regular Linen RL28 | 280 GSM | ~0.31 mm | ⦿ Blue Core | Classic woven linen | Playing cards, card games, family games |
| Gaming Linen GL29 | 290 GSM | ~0.33 mm | ⦿ Blue Core | In-house linen pattern | Board and card games, repeat play |
| Casino Linen CL31 | 310 GSM | ~0.31 mm | ⦿ Black Core | Linen with air pockets | Poker, cardistry, magic products |
| Sturdy Layers SL35 | 350 GSM | ~0.42 mm | No core | Smooth coated art paper | Rigid game components, reference cards |
| Eco-friendly EF27 | 270 GSM | ~0.36 mm | Plant-fiber construction | Naturally fibrous | Nature, education, wellness, limited editions |
| Waterproof Plastic WP10 | 100% white plastic | ~0.31 mm | No paper core | Smooth, slippery | Outdoor, kids, recipe, hospitality decks |
Frequently asked questions
What makes Elite Smooth ES40 different?
ES40 combines a 400 GSM weight, approximately 0.45 mm thickness, an elite smooth surface, and no-core construction. It is QPMN's thickest smooth paper card stock.
Is ES40 available for every card product?
No. ES40 is currently available only for selected Booster Pack Card products. Check the live product configurator before starting a design.
Does ES40 have a Blue Core or Black Core?
No. ES40 uses no-core construction. Choose a Blue Core or Black Core stock when that specific internal construction is required.
Is there a minimum order quantity for Elite Smooth ES40?
QPMN is a print-on-demand platform, with no minimum order quantity where the selected product configuration supports it. Confirm the exact product, size, finish, and options in the live workflow.
Will ES40 affect booster-pack thickness?
Yes. At approximately 0.45 mm per card, ES40 creates a thicker stack than lighter card stocks. Confirm card count and packaging fit in the selected product configuration.
Will coatings or finishes change the thickness?
They can affect finished feel and may affect the approximate caliper. Treat ~0.45 mm as a guide, not an exact final finished-product measurement.