These standard two-week punch clock time cards are designed for older mechanical employee time clocks commonly found in long-running business environments. The layout provides one week of punches on each side of the card, allowing a full two-week pay period to be recorded on a single card while maintaining a clear and organized record of employee hours.

Mechanical punch clocks from manufacturers such as Lathem, Acroprint, Cincinnati, and Simplex continue to operate reliably decades after manufacture. Using the correct time card format is important for maintaining proper alignment and ensuring that punches remain readable for payroll processing. These cards are manufactured for ribbon-based printing systems and provide consistent ink transfer when used with properly maintained ribbons.

Compatible Mechanical Time Clocks

Lathem Mechanical Punch Clocks
Acroprint Mechanical Punch Clocks
Cincinnati Time Recorders
Simplex Mechanical Time Clocks

Many businesses continue using mechanical time clocks because they offer a simple and dependable time tracking solution without software or network requirements. EmployeeTimeClocks.com supports these legacy systems with replacement time cards, ribbons, repair parts, and modern electronic punch clock upgrades when replacement becomes necessary.

FAQ

Why is there printing on both sides of the card?
Each side represents one week, allowing a full two-week pay period on a single card.

Will these work with electronic time clocks?
These cards are intended for older mechanical punch clocks and may not align properly in electronic models.

What causes faint punches?
A worn ribbon is usually the cause. Replacing the ribbon restores print clarity.