Retractable Key Reels
Square Metal Retractable Key Reel 42 mm
A square zinc alloy key reel with a 42 x 42 mm housing, a 29.5 x 29.5 mm printable recess and a 60 cm cord. It is built for sites where keys are carried daily and plastic reels fail: the metal face holds the customer logo, the 30 mm clip attaches to a belt or pocket edge, and the 20-piece poly bag packing keeps bulk orders simple for event or site distribution.
- Metal housing resists wear and cracking at the clip from repeated daily use
- 60 cm cord reaches a waist-level key fob reader without unclipping the reel
- 29.5 x 29.5 mm recess provides a large, square print area for logos and branding
- Fitted clip and 30 mm loop ship ready to use, no assembly required on arrival
Get Pricing And Print Area Confirmation
Send the quantity and your artwork. We confirm how the logo fits this model's recess before anything is tooled.
Specifications
Taken from the published product record. Nothing is estimated.
| Housing Size | 42 x 42 mm |
|---|---|
| Printable Recess | 29.5 x 29.5 mm |
| Cord Length | 60 cm |
| Fittings | 30 mm clip, 30 mm loop |
| Individual Packing | One piece per poly bag |
| Inner Box | 20 pieces |
| Export Carton | 200 pieces |
Key Benefits
- Metal housing resists wear and cracking at the clip from repeated daily use
- 60 cm cord reaches a waist-level key fob reader without unclipping the reel
- 29.5 x 29.5 mm recess provides a large, square print area for logos and branding
- Fitted clip and 30 mm loop ship ready to use, no assembly required on arrival
- Packed 20 per poly bag, 200 per export carton, enabling consistent site or event allocation
Application Scenarios
- Key access systems at manufacturing plants and warehouse sites where keys are used multiple times per shift
- Event check-in points at conferences and trade shows where thousands of attendees need a key reel
- Hotel and resort front desks issuing guest keys with branded accessories
- Corporate offices distributing branded key reels as employee or visitor tools
- Security teams managing access keys that must stay attached to workwear
Who It Is For
- Promotional product distributors quoting branded key reels for corporate accounts
- Corporate gift importers needing durable, logo-ready carry accessories
- Event organisers issuing thousands of key reels at once with consistent packaging
- Security and facility teams replacing key reels that fail at the clip
- Retail chains distributing branded key reels as part of a branded carry kit
Problems It Solves
- Plastic key reels that crack at the clip after a few weeks of daily use
- Short cords that require unclipping the reel to reach a key reader
- Small or circular print areas that do not fit square or wordmark logos
- Loose components that force on-site assembly before distribution
- Mixed carton counts that complicate allocation across multiple sites or events
Technical Features
- Square zinc alloy housing with a flat recessed face for logo application
- Retracting nylon cord with a spring return, cord length 60 cm
- 30 mm metal clip fitted to the back of the housing
- 30 mm metal loop for attaching to a key ring or belt
- Colour options across the ELEVATE metal reel family
Materials
- Zinc alloy housing
- Nylon retracting cord
- Metal 30 mm clip
- Metal 30 mm loop
- Poly bag for individual packing
Manufacturing Process
- Die casting of the zinc alloy housing
- Surface finishing of the housing face and recess
- Logo application into the 29.5 x 29.5 mm recess
- Reel and cord assembly with spring return
- Clip and loop fitting
- Poly bagging, inner boxing at 20 and carton packing at 200
Quality Control
- Retraction and spring return checked on assembled reels
- Clip and loop retention checked before packing
- Recess and housing dimensions checked against the 42 x 42 mm and 29.5 x 29.5 mm drawing
- Carton counts verified at 20 per inner box and 200 per carton
Customisation Options
- Customer logo applied in the 29.5 x 29.5 mm recess
- Housing colour selected from the ELEVATE metal reel range
- Cord length matched to other reels in the same order where the family allows it
- Clip or loop fitting swapped for another fitting used across the ELEVATE reel range
- Poly bag and inner box marking on request
Compared With The Alternatives
| Plastic oval key reel | Heavier and costlier per piece, but the metal face and housing survive daily clip-on cycles that crack thin plastic bodies |
|---|---|
| Fixed keychain with loop | Costs more than a plain keychain, but the retracting cord keeps keys secure and within reach without dangling |
| Round 40 mm metal key reel | Larger print area, but the square recess suits square and wordmark logos better than a circle |
Use Guide
- Clip the reel to a belt, waistband or pocket edge with the 30 mm metal clip
- Attach keys to the 30 mm metal loop
- Pull the cord to extend the keys and release to let the cord retract
- Keep the cord clear of moving machinery when working on the line
- Replace the loop rather than the reel if the key ring wears
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the cord on this key reel?
The cord is 60 cm, long enough to reach a waist-level key reader without unclipping the reel.
How big is the print area?
The recessed face measures 29.5 x 29.5 mm, and the housing itself is 42 x 42 mm.
How are the reels packed for export?
One piece per poly bag, 20 pieces per inner box and 200 pieces per export carton.
Does the reel come with a clip and a loop?
Yes. The 30 mm clip and 30 mm loop are fitted before packing, so nothing is assembled on arrival.
Can we put our own logo on it?
Yes. The logo is applied in the 29.5 x 29.5 mm recess. Send artwork by email or WhatsApp and we will confirm how it fits the square face.
Can we mix this reel with other ELEVATE reels in one order?
Yes. The metal reels share fittings such as the 30 mm clip and loop, so a mixed order can keep one fitting specification.
Quote On The Square Metal Retractable Key Reel 42 mm
Tell us the quantity, the colour and whether your logo goes on the face. We reply with pricing and the carton quantities for your allocation.