Promotional Merchandise
Campaign, retail, and customer-engagement merchandise with the approved brand artwork.
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Custom Zinc Alloy Pin Badge OEM
Irregular Shapes, Soft Enamel, Hard Enamel, UV Printing and Epoxy
A workable zinc alloy pin badge quote needs artwork or a reference image, finished size and thickness, plating, color process, attachment, quantity, SKU count, packaging, destination, and target date. MOQ, sampling, tooling, production timing, and inspection criteria are confirmed after the design and specification are reviewed.
MOQ by SpecificationConfirmed after review
Sampling and ProductionTimelines quoted separately
Configurable SpecificationShape, plating, color, fitting, pack
Approval Before ProductionSample and criteria agreed
Custom Pin Badge Applications
From licensed character merchandise and fan goods to events, corporate programs, and commemorative badges. We coordinate specification review, sampling, production, and packaging with the manufacturing partner.
Corporate Emblem Pins
Employee, membership, anniversary, and identity-program pins with specified plating and attachments.
Event and Commemorative Pins
Event merchandise and commemorative programs planned around quantity, delivery date, and packaging.
Novelty and Campaign Goods
Custom badge concepts for promotions, launches, and limited campaign sets.
School and Organization Emblems
Badge specifications for schools, clubs, associations, and membership programs.
Sports and Award Pins
Team merchandise, participation pins, recognition items, and award programs.
Character Merchandise Pins
Licensed character merchandise produced from buyer-approved artwork and usage rights.
Premium Commemorative Gifts
Gift-ready pins coordinated with presentation packaging and approved surface finishes.
Finishes and Surface Treatments
Select the finish according to the artwork, use, target appearance, durability needs, and budget. Confirm the approved surface before mass production.
01 Soft Enamel
Recessed color fill and raised metal edges create a dimensional appearance.
02 Hard Enamel
Color areas are filled and polished toward a level surface for a smooth finish.
03 Magnetic Badge Option
A magnetic fitting can avoid piercing garments. Material and magnetic performance are confirmed during specification review.
04 Clear Epoxy Coating
A clear resin layer can add gloss, depth, and surface protection; appearance is confirmed by sample.
05 Cut-Out Design
Open areas and irregular silhouettes are reviewed for line width, relief, edge safety, and mold feasibility.
06 UV Printing
Suitable for detailed gradients, illustrations, or photo-like artwork, subject to artwork and sample review.
Size Guide
Common reference sizes range from compact 20 mm badges to larger 50 mm commemorative pieces. Final size, thickness, and edge treatment depend on the artwork and intended use.
20 mmCompact
25 mmStandard
30 mmPopular
40 mmHigh visibility
50 mmLarge commemorative size
These dimensions are planning references. Confirm the finished size, thickness, attachment position, and safe edge profile before tooling.
Plating Color Options
Plating affects the overall tone, contrast, and perceived finish. Color appearance can vary with lighting and production conditions, so approve a sample or reference before mass production.
Real Gold
Plating option
Gold Color
Plating option
Bright Silver
Plating option
Matte Silver
Plating option
Antique Gold
Plating option
Black Nickel
Plating option
Matte Copper
Plating option
Bright Copper
Plating option
Antique Brass
Plating option
Antique Copper
Plating option
Optional Attachments for Custom Pins
Choose the fitting according to the garment, product format, intended use, and required holding method. Attachment compatibility is confirmed with the badge design.
Butterfly Clutch
A common lapel-pin fitting that is compact and easy to attach.
Flat Clutch
A low-profile clutch option for a flatter back appearance.
Safety Pin
Suitable when a brooch-style attachment or wider support is preferred.
Magnet
Avoids piercing fabric; substrate and holding requirements must be reviewed.
Keychain
Converts the metal piece into a charm or keychain format.
Tie Clip
A hardware option for business, membership, and commemorative uses.
Custom Packaging Options
Packaging can support protection, retail display, assortment control, and brand presentation. Quantities and print specifications are confirmed for each packaging format.
Individual OPP Bag
A simple individual pack for protection, counting, and distribution.
Custom Backing Card
Adds buyer-provided branding, product information, or retail display details.
Clear Case
Keeps the badge visible while adding protection and presentation value.
Header Card Bag
Combines a clear bag with a printed header for hanging display and retail information.
Blind Box
Supports assorted or randomized series after SKU mix and packing rules are agreed.
Gift Box
A presentation option for commemorative, premium, or gift-ready programs.
Availability and MOQ depend on the packaging material, printing, size, SKU mix, and packing instructions.
Production Flow
The project moves from specification review to tooling, production, inspection, packing, and delivery. Timing and approval gates are confirmed for the individual order.
01Inquiry
Share artwork, size, quantity, SKUs, packaging, destination, and target date.
02Quotation
Cost, MOQ, sampling, and production conditions are reviewed by specification.
03Artwork and Specification Approval
Production artwork, dimensions, colors, fittings, and packing instructions are confirmed.
04Mold Production
Tooling begins after the production specification is approved.
05Die Casting
Zinc alloy pieces are formed to the approved shape and relief.
06Polishing and Plating
Surfaces are finished and plated to the confirmed reference.
07Color Filling and Finishing
Color and optional processes are applied to the agreed specification.
08Inspection, Packing and Delivery
Goods are inspected, packed, and dispatched under the agreed criteria and shipping terms.
Manufacturing and Inspection Stages
Mold making, forming, polishing, plating, color application, and inspection are checked against the specification sheet and approval sample.
Mold Production
The mold is prepared from the approved production artwork and agreed dimensional specification.
Die Casting
Zinc alloy is formed and checked against the approved shape and relief requirements.
Polishing and Plating
Surfaces are polished and plated to the confirmed color and finish reference.
Color Filling and Inspection
Color, appearance, attachment, and packing are checked against the agreed inspection criteria.
Custom Zinc Alloy Pin Badge OEM FAQ
Answers to the quantity, timing, quality, processing, rights, and packaging questions buyers commonly review before quotation.
How is the minimum order quantity determined?
MOQ depends on size, finish, plating, attachment, packaging, and the number of SKUs. Share the target quantity and specification so sampling and mass-production conditions can be quoted separately.
How long do sampling and mass production take?
Timing depends on artwork approval, mold production, color matching, quantity, packaging, and shipping method. Sampling and mass-production schedules are quoted separately after the specification is reviewed.
How is quality confirmed before mass production?
The approval sample, color, plating, dimensions, tolerances, appearance, attachment, and packaging are confirmed before production. Inspection methods and acceptance criteria are agreed for each project.
How are mold cost and unit price quoted?
Mold cost and unit price are quoted from the size, shape, thickness, color count, plating, surface treatment, quantity, attachment, and packaging. Send production artwork or a reference image with the required specification.
Can NDA and intellectual-property handling be discussed?
NDA requirements, data-sharing scope, and file-retention procedures can be discussed before the project starts. Buyers should confirm that they hold the necessary rights for licensed or protected artwork.
Can irregular or complex designs be produced?
Feasibility depends on the silhouette, relief, cut-outs, line width, and number of colors. Production artwork is reviewed and adjustments may be proposed to improve manufacturability.
Which surface finishes can be considered?
Soft enamel, hard enamel, clear epoxy, UV printing, and several plating colors can be considered. The appropriate finish is confirmed against the artwork, use, and approved sample.
What should buyers watch for in overseas OEM production?
The specification sheet, approval sample, inspection criteria, packing instructions, and shipping terms should be explicit. This page organizes those inputs so they can be reviewed before quotation.
Can production examples be reviewed?
Examples that are cleared for public use can be shared. Projects protected by rights or confidentiality obligations may not be available for disclosure.
Are backing cards and individual packaging available?
Options can include OPP bags, custom backing cards, clear cases, header card bags, blind boxes, and gift boxes. Specify packing unit, printed information, and assortment rules at quotation.
Request a Custom Pin Badge Quote
Share the artwork, size, quantity, SKU count, finish, attachment, packaging, destination, and target date. We will review the specification and identify any additional information needed.
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Specifications to Confirm Before a Production Quote
A complete quote needs the design, finished size, thickness, number of colors, plating, attachment, quantity, SKU count, individual packaging, destination, and target date. If some items are undecided, share the intended use and priorities so the specification can be reviewed.
Direct answer: For a comparable small-batch zinc alloy pin quote, provide more than the total quantity. Include size, thickness, production process, color count, plating, attachment, backing card or OPP bag, SKU count, inspection criteria, and destination. Price and timing change with tooling, color-approval rounds, packing work, and shipping method, so suppliers should quote against the same specification.
Information to Share
- AI or PDF artwork, or a reference image
- Size, quantity, SKU count, and target date
- Plating, color process, attachment, and packaging
Typical Applications
- Character and licensed merchandise
- Corporate, school, and organization programs
- Events, tourism retail, and membership benefits
- Brand promotions and commemorative goods
Checks Before Mass Production
- Approval sample and color reference
- Dimensions, tolerances, appearance, and attachment
- Inspection criteria, packing unit, and shipping terms
Selecting a Process for the Intended Design
| Design Priority | Process to Consider | Confirm Before Production |
|---|---|---|
| Raised metal lines, recessed color areas, and vivid fills | Soft enamel | Line width, relief, color count, color references, and plating |
| Smooth surface and refined metal appearance | Hard enamel | Polished surface, color appearance, and plating combination |
| Gradients, photographs, or fine illustrations | UV printing | White ink layer, color proof, print area, and surface protection |
| Additional gloss and surface protection | Clear epoxy coating | Resin thickness, edge finish, and reflected appearance |
| Irregular shape, cut-outs, or three-dimensional relief | Die casting and cut-out processing | Minimum line width, thickness, weight, pin position, and mold data |
Conditions That Affect Small-Batch Price, MOQ and Timing
| Quote Area | Common Variables | Information to Provide |
|---|---|---|
| Badge specification | Size, thickness, shape, mold, and sampling process | Finished dimensions, thickness, front and back design |
| Color and plating | Color count, fill area, printing, polishing, and plating specification | Color references, finish sample, and target metal tone |
| Quantity and SKU control | Total quantity, design count, color variants, sorting, and labels | Quantity by SKU and carton-packing instructions |
| Attachment and packaging | Clutch, tie clip, backing card, OPP bag, and presentation case | Attachment count, card artwork, required labeling, and packing unit |
| Inspection and delivery | Inspection criteria, packing labor, shipping method, destination, and split shipment | Acceptance criteria, destination, target date, and carton unit |