Factory direct · Dongguan, China
Custom Metal Badges from 100 Pieces
Create custom lapel badges and recognition badges from 100 pieces, supplied from Dongguan to clubs, schools, event organizers and brand buyers worldwide. Select die-struck, enamel or printed production around your artwork rather than accepting a fixed catalog design; request shipping to your actual country and postcode.
Custom metal badges are manufactured from your logo or artwork using die-struck relief, enamel or printed detail. They can use clutch, safety-pin or magnetic backings according to the wearer and application. Our minimum order starts from 100 pieces per eligible design.
Specify before we quote
Built around your artwork, use case and quantity
Create custom lapel badges and recognition badges from 100 pieces. The artwork can be developed around a school, club, brand or event identity without forcing every project into the same shape or finish.
Custom options
What can be customized?
| Decision | Available direction | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Iron, brass, zinc alloy and other appropriate metal bases depending on shape, relief and attachment | Affects construction, relief, weight and suitable finish. |
| Size & thickness | Dimensions and thickness are confirmed against the intended wearing position and artwork detail | Affects detail, weight, mold and shipping. |
| Surface treatment | Die-struck relief, soft enamel, hard enamel, printed details, polished or antique plating and sandblasted recesses | Defines color, contrast, texture and appearance. |
| Attachment | Butterfly clutch, rubber clutch, safety pin or magnetic backing | Must suit the way the product will be worn, presented or handled. |
| Packaging | Individual polybag, backing card, small presentation box or gift packaging | Protects the product and can support retail or presentation use. |
Who uses this product?
Suitable industries and programs
Schools, universities, clubs, non-profits, staff recognition, associations, corporate events and distributors.
Planning a school or club order? Review attachment, quantity and pricing factors before requesting a quotation.
What affects price?
Quote the full specification
Quantity, outline, dimensions, thickness, mold, relief, color count, plating, attachment, packaging, sampling and shipping.
Custom metal badge manufacturer · buyer comparison
Custom metal badges vs enamel pins: what should you order?
A metal badge is often designed around identity or recognition—school crests, association marks and staff awards. An enamel pin may place more emphasis on decorative color, small character artwork or merchandise. Both can use custom metal tooling and enamel; choose by how the item will be worn, its size and the planned quantity rather than by the name alone.
| Buyer question | Custom metal badge direction | Custom enamel pin direction |
|---|---|---|
| Typical application | Club or school emblem, staff identification, association recognition | Branded merchandise, collectibles, promotional gifts or lapel artwork |
| Surface to review | Die-struck relief, polished or antique metal, enamel or printed details | Soft enamel, hard-enamel look, metal lines and printed detail |
| Attachment | Safety pin, clutch or magnet where appropriate for the wearer | Rubber or butterfly clutch; two posts for shapes that may rotate |
| Quote requirements | Artwork, quantity per design, dimension, attachment, presentation and destination | Artwork, colors, size, backing, backing card, packing and destination |
Both product types start from an advertised MOQ of 100 pieces for an eligible design. Separate artwork or molds must be reviewed independently. Read our pin backing and attachment guide before approving the proof, or compare enamel pin production options if the item is intended for retail or branded merchandise.
Design and production flow
Six decisions from artwork to shipment
Send artwork
Share the design and intended use.
Confirm specification
Set quantity, dimensions, finish and packaging.
Review quotation
Check the priced scope and assumptions.
Approve proof
Confirm the production artwork or discuss sampling.
Produce & inspect
Manufacture to the confirmed order specification.
Pack & ship
Check packing and coordinate worldwide delivery.
Quality checkpoints
What is reviewed before shipment?
- Artwork and specification confirmation
- Mold and shape inspection
- Color and enamel inspection
- Plating surface inspection
- Attachment strength check
- Quantity check
- Packaging inspection
- Pre-shipment confirmation
Badge construction decisions
Choose the process and backing around how the badge will be worn
A school badge, association badge and corporate lapel badge may share the same logo but require different surface, attachment and safety decisions.
| Use | Practical direction to review | Confirm before proof approval |
|---|---|---|
| Formal lapel or membership badge | Die-struck, polished relief or enamel with a clutch-style backing | Finished size, post position, garment weight and whether one or two posts are needed. |
| School or club uniform badge | Readable emblem, durable color areas and an attachment suited to the wearer | Age group, uniform fabric, sharp-point protection and distribution method. |
| Event or staff identification | Safety pin, clutch or magnetic direction according to garment and use | Whether puncture-free wear is required and whether magnetic holding is suitable for the garment. |
| Retail or presentation badge | Coordinated backing card, barcode area and protective packaging | Card dimensions, slit or hole position, printed information and final packed orientation. |
Buyer questions
Custom Metal Badges FAQ
What are custom metal badges made from?
Common metal bases include iron, brass and zinc alloy. The suitable material depends on the badge outline, relief, weight, finish and backing. The quotation should identify the proposed material, dimensions and thickness rather than using “metal badge” as the complete specification.
Which backing should I choose for a custom metal badge?
Use a butterfly or rubber clutch for a compact lapel badge, a safety pin for a broader badge that needs more stability, or a magnet when puncture-free wear is important and the garment is suitable. Confirm wearer age, garment thickness, badge size and safety requirements before approval.
What is the minimum order for custom metal badges?
Minimum order starts from 100 pieces. Orders of 100, 250, 300 and 500 pieces are welcome, and larger-volume quotations are available.
Can several designs share one order?
Send the quantity for each design. Separate designs may require separate molds or production setups, so the order structure must be confirmed before quotation.
What artwork should I send?
Vector AI, EPS, SVG or editable PDF is preferred. A high-resolution PNG, logo or clear sketch can also be reviewed if vector artwork is not available.
Will I receive a digital proof?
Yes. A digital artwork proof is used to confirm shape, dimensions, colors and key production details before approval.
Can I request a physical sample?
Physical sampling can be discussed. Cost and timing depend on the product, mold, finish and shipping destination. Contact us for confirmation.
How is production time confirmed?
An order-specific timeline is confirmed after the design, quantity, specification, sampling plan and production schedule are known.
Can you arrange custom packaging?
Packaging options can include individual polybags, backing cards, velvet boxes and gift packaging. Dimensions and printing requirements are confirmed per order.
Ready to Quote Custom Metal Badges?
Tell us the product, quantity, size, finish and delivery country. We will review the specification and reply with the next practical questions.