OEM support for production-ready artwork
Bring your approved concept and artwork. The team can review card dimensions, bleed, color setup, stock, finishing and packaging requirements before production.
Company catalogue · OEM/ODM manufacturing
Custom Card Manufacturing, From Artwork to Retail-Ready Packaging
THRIWA is the export brand of Guangzhou Sanwa Poker Co., Ltd., a Guangzhou-based manufacturer providing OEM and ODM support for custom playing cards, tarot and oracle decks, board game cards, educational cards, trading cards and printed packaging.
At a glance
THRIWA helps brands, publishers, game creators, educators and promotional buyers turn card concepts into finished physical products. The service can cover artwork and layout review, material and finish selection, card printing, packaging coordination, production and quality inspection. Project specifications are confirmed according to the artwork, application, quantity and destination-market requirements.
Manufacturing profile
A Custom Card Manufacturer Built for Prototypes and Volume Production
Our production base combines card-printing experience, automated equipment and project support for different card formats, materials, surface treatments and packaging structures.
20+ yearsIndustry experience
15,000 m²Factory production base
Up to 200,000Decks of stated daily capacity
200+Company employees
ODM support for product development
For projects that need more guidance, discuss card structure, material combinations, packaging direction and practical production options with the manufacturing team.
Cards and packaging from one supplier
Coordinate decks with tuck boxes, rigid boxes, guidebooks, shrink wrap, booster packs, collector tins or other packaging suited to the product and sales channel.
Product range and specifications
Custom Cards for Games, Learning, Collecting and Brand Promotion
The examples below are common reference configurations shown on THRIWA's website. Final dimensions, stock, finish, packaging and suitability should be confirmed for each project.
| Product | Common size | Material or stock | Finish / packaging examples | Typical applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom playing cards | 63 × 88 mm; 57 × 87 mm | Black core, blue core or C2S art paper | Matte varnish, linen, smooth or plastic options | Retail decks, casinos, bars, events and branded gifts |
| Tarot and oracle cards | 70 × 120 mm; 88 × 126 mm | 350 gsm art paper or black core stock | Matte or gloss varnish; guidebook and rigid box options | Creator decks, wellness products, publishing and collectibles |
| Board game cards | 63 × 88 mm or custom | 300–400 gsm C2S or black core stock | Anti-scratch or linen finish; tuck box or shrink wrap | Tabletop games, party games, prototypes and retail releases |
| Trading cards (TCG) | 63 × 88 mm | 300–330 gsm German or Japan black core options | Holographic foil, spot UV or embossing; booster packs and collector tins | Collectible card games, sports cards, fan products and limited editions |
| Educational flash cards | Standard or custom format | Paper stock selected for handling and age group | Custom box, card set and learning-content formats | Early learning, languages, test preparation and classroom activities |
| PVC cards | 63 × 88 mm; 88 × 126 mm | Clear or frosted PVC options | Glossy, matte, holographic, gold foil or spot UV | Water-resistant decks, premium products and repeated-use applications |
| Promotional cards | 63 × 88 mm or business-card size | 300–350 gsm C2S | Spot UV or gold foil options | Corporate gifts, direct mail, campaigns, events and giveaways |
Specifications are reference examples, not a universal promise for every order. Contact THRIWA to confirm technical feasibility and documentation for your project.
Project workflow
A Practical OEM/ODM Process for Custom Card Printing
Clear specifications at the start help align artwork, materials, finishing, packaging and production expectations.
Project brief
Share product type, card count, size, artwork status, quantity, packaging and destination market.
Specification review
Confirm stock, opacity, handling, finish, box style, inserts and artwork requirements.
Proof and sample
Review the applicable digital proof, existing sample or project-specific sample route before scale production.
Production and QC
Move through printing, finishing, cutting, collation, packing and the agreed quality checks.
Packing and dispatch
Prepare finished goods and shipping documentation according to the confirmed order arrangement.
Equipment and quality planning
Production Capability with Project-Specific Quality Requirements
The THRIWA factory has Heidelberg printing presses and automated equipment for inspection, varnishing, sorting, shrink wrapping, card slitting, laminating and embossing. The appropriate production route depends on the selected card construction, finish and packaging.
- Prepress and artwork-file review
- Material, color and finishing alignment
- Cutting, collation and packaging checks
- Documentation review for the intended market and application
Applications
Who Uses Custom Card Manufacturing Services?
Game creators and publishers
Develop board game decks, collectible card systems, expansion packs, rule cards and coordinated retail packaging.
Brands and promotion teams
Create branded playing cards, campaign giveaways, event decks, direct-mail pieces and corporate gift sets.
Tarot and oracle creators
Pair original artwork with a suitable card format, finish, guidebook and presentation box for creator-led releases.
Educators and learning brands
Produce flash cards and activity decks for early learning, language study, test preparation and classroom interaction.
Retailers and distributors
Plan private-label decks and shelf-ready packaging around the intended channel, audience and target price position.
Collectors and licensed-IP teams
Explore premium stock, foil, holographic, spot UV, embossing and collector packaging for limited or series-based products.
Buyer questions
Frequently Asked Questions About THRIWA's Company Catalogue
What custom card products does THRIWA manufacture?
THRIWA provides OEM/ODM manufacturing support for custom playing cards, tarot and oracle cards, board game cards, educational flash cards, trading cards, promotional cards and PVC card products, together with compatible packaging options.
Can THRIWA support both OEM and ODM card projects?
Yes. OEM support is suited to buyers with production-ready designs and specifications, while ODM discussions can help shape materials, card structure, finishes and packaging. The exact service scope is confirmed from the project brief.
What information should I send for a custom card quotation?
Send the product type, card count, finished size, quantity, artwork status, preferred stock and finish, packaging requirements, destination country and any compliance or deadline requirements. These details help the team review feasibility and prepare a more relevant quotation.
Can I request a sample before mass production?
Sample options depend on the artwork, materials, finishing, packaging and project stage. Ask whether an existing stock sample, digital proof or project-specific sample is appropriate for your order.
What card sizes and finishes are available?
Common reference sizes include 63 × 88 mm and 57 × 87 mm for playing cards, and 70 × 120 mm or 88 × 126 mm for tarot-style formats. Custom sizes and finishes such as matte, gloss, linen, foil, holographic, spot UV and embossing can be discussed, subject to technical review.
How should buyers verify certifications and product compliance?
Review current certificates and ask THRIWA for documents that match the specific product, material, age group and destination market. Company-system certificates and product-level test reports serve different purposes and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Start your project
Share Your Card Concept with THRIWA
For a focused project review, send your card type, dimensions, card count, quantity, artwork status, finishing ideas, packaging needs and delivery market. The team can then discuss a suitable OEM/ODM route.
Guangzhou Sanwa Poker CO., LTD.
Factory address: No. 2 Fuling Road, Tangmei Village, Xintang Town, Zengcheng District, Guangzhou, China.
