CMYK Printed Lapel Pins
Round print lapel pins
Round CMYK printed lapel pins in 1.25 inch size with epoxy coating, made to your artwork for branding, events, or promotional use. The design shown features full colour detail and a raised epoxy dome, suitable for complex artwork with gradients and photographic images. You approve a digital proof before production starts, so the final pin matches your vision exactly.
MadeTo your artwork, proof approved first
Artwork filesAI PDF JPEG or CDR
Reply timeWithin 8 hours
Express transitAbout 2-4 days worldwide
Detail
What You Get and Who Orders It
Key Benefits
- CMYK printing captures full colour detail including gradients and photographic images
- Epoxy dome adds depth and scratch resistance while enhancing the visual impact
- 1.25 inch size is standard for visibility and wearability on uniforms and jackets
- Digital proof ensures colour and layout accuracy before any pins are produced
- Made to order in the factory so your artwork is not limited by stock designs
Where It Is Used
- Corporate employee recognition programmes using branded lapel pins
- Trade shows and conferences where detailed promotional pins are handed out
- Fan merchandise for bands or sports teams with complex logos and artwork
- School or youth group events requiring custom pins with detailed graphics
- Non-profit campaigns using pins with layered colour and text for awareness
Who It Is For
- HR and brand teams creating internal recognition pins
- Event organisers distributing branded pins at conferences and expos
- Fan merchandise sellers producing detailed pins for music or sports fans
- Promotional product distributors offering custom pins to clients
- Schools and youth groups running campaigns with visual storytelling
Problems It Solves
- Stock pins have fixed designs that cannot reflect your event or brand name
- Simple printed pins lack depth and fade under handling or sunlight
- Colour shifts between orders when different batches use different ink mixes
- Flat printed surfaces wear down quickly and lose detail over time
- Artwork changes after production start cause delays and rework
Technical Features
- CMYK digital printing for full colour accuracy and detail
- Epoxy dome applied over the printed surface for protection and shine
- Round shape with 1.25 inch diameter standard for visibility and fit
- Printed design is fixed to the metal base before epoxy application
- Epoxy dome raises the image slightly, giving a three-dimensional effect
Materials
- Metal base made from zinc alloy or brass depending on design complexity
- CMYK ink printed directly onto the metal surface
- Clear epoxy resin dome applied over the printed area
- Standard pin back with rubber stopper for secure fastening
Quality Control
- Digital proof checked against your artwork for colour and layout accuracy
- Epoxy dome inspected for bubbles, uneven thickness, or cloudiness
- Printed image verified under daylight for colour consistency and detail
- Pin back tested for secure fit and durability
- Each pin individually bagged to prevent scratches during transit
Customisation Options
- Any artwork with full colour, gradients, and photographic detail
- Epoxy dome applied to the entire face or selectively over key areas
- Pin back type can be standard or replaced with a different style if needed
- Multiple designs can be produced in one order with different artwork
- Text and logo placement adjusted to fit the 1.25 inch round format
Use Guide
- Use vector artwork (AI PDF CDR) for best results with fine lines and text
- Ensure all text is at least 2mm tall to remain legible after printing
- Avoid very small details or thin lines that may not print clearly
- Send your artwork early to allow time for proofing and revisions
- Store pins in their individual bags until use to protect the epoxy surface
Specifications
| Product Type | Round CMYK printed lapel pin |
|---|---|
| Size | 1.25 inch diameter |
| Printing Method | CMYK digital print |
| Coating | Epoxy dome |
| Artwork Files | AI PDF JPEG or CDR |
| Proof | Digital proof supplied before production |
| Attachment Type | Standard pin back with rubber stopper |
| Minimum Order Quantity | TBC with sales team |
| Production Lead Time | TBC with sales team |
Compared With the Alternatives
| Hard enamel lapel pin | Hard enamel is polished flat and more durable but cannot show complex gradients or photographic detail |
|---|---|
| Soft enamel lapel pin | Soft enamel has raised metal edges but limited to fewer colours and cannot reproduce full colour images |
| Plain printed pin without epoxy | Without epoxy, the print is flat and prone to wear, fading, and scratching |
Manufacturing
How This Piece Is Made
Artwork review and digital proof generation
CMYK printing of the design onto the metal blank
Application of epoxy dome over the printed area
Curing of the epoxy under controlled conditions
Attachment of the standard pin back with rubber stopper
Final inspection and individual packaging
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