Metal Or Plastic Badge Reels Which To Specify
Choose between metal and plastic badge reels by duty cycle, cord length, fitting and carton count. 60 cm and 80 cm cords, 300 to 500 per carton.
Start With The Reel Duty Cycle Not The Material
A metal housing lasts longer under repeated pulling. Use zinc alloy where badges are clipped and unclipped dozens of times a day. Use plastic where the reel is used once per shift or for events. The cord length and clip type are the same across both materials.
Square Metal Retractable Badge Reel 32 mm
Match The Recess Size To Your Logo Dimensions
The square metal reel has a 20.8 x 20.8 mm recess. The round metal reel has a 33 mm circular recess. The plastic reels have no recess specified but fit standard badge sizes. Check your logo against the published recess before tooling.
Round Metal Retractable Badge Reel 40 mm
Use The Same Fitting Across Your Order
All models use a standard belt clip and PVC strap. This allows mixed orders to share one spare part list. The clip type does not change between metal and plastic reels in this range.
Oval Plastic Badge Reel 55 x 35 mm
Fix The Cord Length To The Reader Height
An 80 cm cord reaches chest-height readers while the reel stays clipped. A 60 cm cord is suitable for desk-level readers. Choose based on where the badge is scanned, not on the housing material.
Round Plastic Badge Reel 35 mm
Read The Carton Count Before You Split The Order
Each model has a published inner box and export carton count. The square metal reel is 500 per carton. The round metal reel is 300 per carton. The plastic reels are 500 per carton. Order by carton to avoid repacking at the receiving end.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the metal and plastic badge reels?
Can I mix metal and plastic reels in one order?
What cord length do these reels have?
How are the reels packed for export?
Do the plastic reels have a recess for a badge?
Check A Specification With Us
Send the model you are considering and the quantity. We answer against the published record, not a generic datasheet.