Custom metal gifts — keychains, medals, awards, cards
Short answer
For a metal gift, specify the product type, dimensions, material and personalization. Outline cutting, engraving and colour treatment have different requirements. Confirm thickness, edge finishing, marking method, quantity and included components with Craftarea in advance.
Keychains, medals, awards and metal cards differ in thickness, weight, readability and everyday use. Cutting the shape and marking the surface are separate operations and may require different processes. Confirm fabrication feasibility, minimum quantity and handover date after reviewing the material, design and gift configuration.
Key facts
- Minimum order
- Acceptance and terms of a small order confirmed
- Production time
- Timing by agreement
- Exact price quoted
- Timing by agreement
- Positional accuracy
- Tolerance by specification
- Thickness range
- Confirmed for the product and material
- Pricing formula
- Material, contour, personalization, configuration and quantity
- Materials
- stainless steel, copper/brass, aluminium
- Production and delivery
- Collection point and delivery terms by agreement
What custom metal gifts do we make?
A keychain needs a ring hole and comfortable edges; a medal needs space for an inscription and ribbon; an award needs a base suited to its weight; a card needs readable text and a practical carrying format. Assess dimensions and thickness for each design. Confirm acceptance of a single item or a batch beforehand.
- Keychain — name, initials or a mini logo; fits a keyring or bag strap.
- Medal — engraved inscription for sports events or anniversaries.
- Award plaque — logo and text, optionally mounted on a wood or acrylic stand.
- Metal business card — size and thickness confirmed from the design
What material and thickness are metal gifts made from?
Stainless steel, aluminium, copper and brass offer different weights, colours and surfaces. Inox and stainless steel name the same material family, but the grade still needs specifying. Copper and brass develop patina over time. Select thickness, availability, cutting and marking methods for the item’s dimensions and use; an industrial sheet-thickness limit cannot substitute for that assessment.
What's the minimum order, and how long does it take?
State the exact quantity, personalization list and event date. A sample, one gift and a production run require different preparation. Acceptance, minimum quantity or charge and the schedule are confirmed after reviewing the design and material.
How much does a custom metal gift cost?
Price depends on material and dimensions, cut contours, engraving area, individual names, edge finishing and packaging. Specify bases, rings or ribbons separately in the configuration. Product type alone does not establish the cheapest option; compare quantity quotes for the same design.
How is personalization done — name, logo, QR code?
Send text, a logo or QR code as vector artwork (AI, EPS, SVG, PDF), or a clear image for initial assessment. Confirm shape cutting and personalization separately. Contrast depends on the material and finish; check a QR sample for readability. Colour infill, plating, casting or die striking are additional requirements whose availability and provider must be agreed in advance.
Metal gift planning examples — final size, thickness and price require confirmation
| Product | Material | Thickness | Typical size | Price affected by | Production time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keychain | Stainless steel, copper/brass | Per design and material | 3-6cm | Contour, marking and configuration | Timing by agreement |
| Medal | Stainless steel, brass | Per design and material | 5-8cm diameter | Contour, marking and configuration | Timing by agreement |
| Award plaque | Stainless steel, aluminium or brass — confirm availability | Per design and material | A5-A4 range, custom | Contour, marking and configuration | Timing by agreement |
| Metal business card | Stainless steel, brass | Per design and material | 85×55mm | Contour, marking and configuration | Timing by agreement |
How It Works
- 1
Send text, logo and material choice
Send a name, text, logo or QR code — as a vector file (AI, EPS, SVG, PDF) or a clean image — and tell us your preferred material: stainless steel, copper/brass or aluminium.
- 2
Confirm size and quantity
We pick the product type — keychain, medal, award plaque or business card — and agree the size, thickness and quantity.
- 3
Price quote and confirmation
Agree any sample, the personalization list, configuration, total price and handover date before the event.
- 4
Laser cutting and engraving
Assess the contour and marking method for the agreed material; check small text and QR codes at the final size.
- 5
Finishing and handover
Agree edge finishing, rings or bases, packaging, collection point and delivery costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order a single keychain?
What metal are keychains and medals made from?
Can you add my own logo or name?
How long does an order take?
What's the manufacturing difference between a metal keychain and a business card?
Can you add colour fill to a keychain or medal?
Do you make die-struck or cast medals?
Can you fulfil a large order for a corporate event?
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