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Different Types of Pins: Soft Enamel Pins, Hard Enamel Pins, 3D pins, etc.
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There are 12 types of pins:

  • Soft Enamel Pin
  • Hard Enamel Pin
  • Glitter Lapel Pin
  • Offset Printing Epoxy Pin
  • Die-Struck Pin
  • 3D/Cut Out Pin
  • Spinning Pin
  • Rhinestone Pin
  • Hinged Pin
  • Sandblast Pin
  • Glow in the Dark Pin
  • Tinplate Button Pin

It is not easy to distinguish them only from the name and picture, but you can distinguish them from the characteristics and usage scenarios, so that you can make better choices when customizing.

Soft Enamel Pin

Characteristic

The metal lines are a bit more raised,and the enamel colors are recessed areas.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Promotions and BrandingCorporate giveaways、Brand promotions
MerchandiseBand and artist merchandise、Sports team memorabilia
Awards and RecognitionEmployee rewards、 Event participation mementos
CollectiblesLimited edition pins、Trading pins
FundraisingCharity campaigns、School projects
Personal ExpressionFashion accessories、Identity symbols
Events and CelebrationsBirthday party favors · Festival memorabilia
Commemorative ItemsSpecial event mementos · Anniversary memorabilia
Tourist SouvenirsTourist attraction souvenirs · City souvenirs
Conferences and EventsConference badges · Event pins
Sports and CompetitionsParticipation mementos · Sports event pins
Public AwarenessHealth awareness campaigns · Charity awareness campaigns

Hard Enamel Pin

Characteristic

The pins with enamel colors are firstly heated and then polished, The final products have smooth surfaces.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Corporate GiftsExecutive gifts · Appreciation awards
Luxury MerchandisePremium band merchandise · High-end artist merchandise
High-Value AwardsLong-service awards · Employee of the month
Prestige CollectiblesHigh-quality limited editions · Prestige trading pins
Elite FundraisingExclusive charity campaigns · High-value fundraising events
Sophisticated AccessoriesDesigner fashion accessories · Elegant identity symbols
VIP EventsExclusive wedding favors · Commemorative gala pins
Formal Commemorative ItemsCorporate anniversary memorabilia · Major event mementos
Recognition in EducationDistinguished academic awards · Honor society pins
Elite ClubsMembership pins · Collector-grade hobbyist pins
Upscale Tourist SouvenirsHigh-end attraction souvenirs · Museum-quality keepsakes
Prestigious Sports EventsChampionship pins · High-profile sports event memorabilia

Glitter Lapel Pin

Characteristic

Similar to soft enamel pins and hard enamel pins, but they feature added glitter for a sparkling effect. Compared to soft enamel, they have the same raised metal lines but with an added glitter shine; compared to hard enamel, they provide a smooth surface with a glittery finish.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Festive EventsHoliday celebrations · Christmas party favors · New Year’s Eve accessories
Fashion StatementsTrendy accessories · Statement pieces · Pop culture fashion
Cosplay and CostumesCostume embellishments · Cosplay accessories · Fantasy and themed events
Children’s PartiesBirthday party favors · Kids’ event gifts · Fun character designs
Promotional CampaignsEye-catching promotional items · Brand launches · Product promotions
Entertainment IndustryMovie premieres · Theater productions · Music festival merchandise
Novelty ItemsFun souvenirs · Whimsical gifts · Collectible novelties
School EventsProm decorations · School spirit items · Graduation party favors
Themed CollectionsSeasonal series · Pop culture collections · Limited edition glitter pins
Carnivals and FairsCarnival prizes · Fair souvenirs · Festival mementos
Special OccasionsValentine’s Day gifts · Halloween accessories · Special date keepsakes
Art and Craft ProjectsDIY embellishments · Creative projects · Scrapbooking accessories

Offset Printing Epoxy Pin

Characteristic

Offset printing epoxy pins have detailed, colorful designs printed directly on the pin. They are covered with a clear, protective layer that makes them smooth and shiny.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Art and PhotographyHigh-quality art reproductions · Fine photography prints · Gallery souvenirs
Complex DesignsIntricate pattern pins · Detailed illustrations · Realistic image pins
Personalized GiftsCustom family photo pins · Personal artwork pins · Special photo gifts
Cultural MemorabiliaHistoric building replicas · Museum souvenirs · Cultural heritage pins
Corporate IdentityDetailed company logo pins · Refined corporate culture pins · Promotional material pins
Educational KeepsakesSchool emblems and academic pins · University logo pins · School memorabilia
Conferences and ExposDetailed conference badges · Expo pins · Trade show promotional pins
Books and PublicationsBook cover pins · Illustration pins for catalogs · Publication promotions
Comics and IllustrationsComic and illustration pins · Anime character pins · Detailed cartoon designs
Landmarks and AttractionsTourist attraction illustration pins · City landmark pins · Iconic site replicas
Sports PinsSports celebrity portrait pins · Event detail pins · Sports logo pins
Movies and TelevisionMovie still pins · TV show pins · Entertainment promotion pins

Die-Struck Pin

Characteristic

Die-struck pins are metal pins with designs pressed or stamped into them, creating a detailed, raised pattern. They are usually made from a single metal, often without color, giving them a classic, elegant look, though some may have small areas of color.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Corporate RecognitionRecog
Executive GiftsHigh-quality gifts for executives · VIP client gifts
Service AwardsCommemorating years of service · Dedication awards
Association MembershipIdentifying members of exclusive clubs · Asso
Event MementosMemorable keepsakes for conferences · Exhibitions
Charity FundraisingIncentivizing donations · Gifts for charity donors
School and University EmblemsRepresenting school pride · Academic achievement pins
Military and Government PinsCommemorating service · Government recognition
Fashion AccessoriesStylish lapel pins · Bag decorations
Cultural and Heritage PinsPromoting cultural heritage · Historical event pins
Traditional CelebrationsWedding gifts · Festival commemorations
Industry StandardsCertification badges · Industry standard recognition

3D/Cut Out Pin

Characteristic

3D pins feature a design that pops out, much like a small sculpture, giving them a lifelike three-dimensional look. They are crafted with great detail and have a depth that makes the design stand out visually and to the touch.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Corporate GiftsGifts for executives or VIP clients · Commemorative company items
Event SouvenirsKeepsakes for conferences or exhibitions · Special event memorabilia
Anniversary CommemorationsCelebrating company or organizational anniversaries · Historical events
High-End CollectiblesLimited edition pins · Specially designed collectibles
Brand PromotionsPremium promotional items · New product launch souvenirs
Sports EventsCommemorating major sports events · Championship pins
Cultural HeritageCelebrating cultural and historical heritage · Traditional craftsmanship
Luxury FashionHigh-end fashion accessories · Designer special editions
Tourist Souvenirs3D pins of famous landmarks · Travel destination keepsakes
Movies and EntertainmentMovie merchandise · Entertainment event memorabilia
Military and GovernmentMilitary service commemorative pins · Government recognition pins
Personalized GiftsCustom 3D pins for individuals or families · Personalized special occasion gifts

Spinning Pin

Characteristic

Spinning pins have a part that can spin around, making them fun and interactive. Like soft enamel and hard enamel pins, they can have colorful designs and are made of metal.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Interactive PromotionsEngaging promotional items · Boosting brand awareness through interaction
Event GiveawaysFun souvenirs for fairs and festivals · Interactive event memorabilia
Gaming and ToysGame-related pins · Collectible toy accessories
Corporate Team BuildingMotivational items for team events · Fun corporate gifts
Fan MerchandiseUnique fan club items · Interactive collectibles for enthusiasts
Educational ToolsLearning aids for children · Interactive educational giveaways
Stress RelieversFun fidget items · Interactive stress relief accessories
Weddings and CelebrationsWedding souvenirs · Festival and special event keepsakes
Environmental CampaignsEco-friendly promotional items · Interactive pins to raise environmental awareness
Charity FundraisingInteractive pins for charity events · Keepsakes for fundraising campaigns

Rhinestone Pin

Characteristic

Small, shiny stones are attached to the metal pin, making it sparkle and catch the light. Unlike regular pins, these have rhinestones for added sparkle.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Fashion AccessoriesGlamorous brooches for dresses · Sparkling lapel pins for jackets
Weddings and Bridal WearElegant bridal hair accessories · Decorative pins for wedding dresses
Evening WearAdding sparkle to evening gowns · Enhancing formal wear
Pageants and CompetitionsCrowning achievements · Pageant sashes and outfits
Event SouvenirsSpecial event keepsakes · Memorable gifts for attendees
Custom JewelryPersonalized jewelry pieces · Custom-designed brooches
Corporate GiftsElegant gifts for clients · Sparkling awards for employees
Cultural and TraditionalEnhancing traditional attire · Adding flair to cultural costumes
Prom and HomecomingDecorative pins for prom dresses · Sparkling accessories for homecoming
Holiday and SeasonalFestive holiday-themed pins · Seasonal decorations

Hinged Pin

Characteristic

A hinged pin has two parts connected by a small hinge, allowing one part to open and close like a tiny door. This feature makes the pin interactive and adds an element of surprise.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Secret CompartmentsHiding messages or small items inside the pin, like notes or tiny charms
Interactive DesignsPins with movable parts that add fun and interactivity, such as spinning or flipping elements
Dual-Sided PinsShowcasing two different designs or messages, reversible for versatility
Transformative ArtPins that change appearance, displaying artistic transformations
Novelty and FunUnique and fun mechanisms that attract collectors
Educational ToolsPins with movable parts used as teaching aids to help understand concepts
Memory and KeepsakePins that hold personal messages or photos, serving as special keepsakes
Event GiveawaysInteractive souvenirs for events, enhancing participant experience
Games and ToysPins designed with playful features for children and adults
Corporate PromotionsUsed in promotional activities to attract attention and increase brand awareness through interactive design

Sandblast Pin

Characteristic

A sandblast pin has a textured surface created by blasting it with fine sand, giving it a matte and slightly rough finish. This makes parts of the pin look different from the shiny, smooth areas, adding contrast to the design.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Bicycle Frame Magnetic BadgesDecorative and functional badges for bicycle frames
Industrial MarkingsDurable and clear markings for machinery and equipment
Architectural ModelsDetailed and textured elements for scale models of buildings
Corporate RecognitionUnique and durable employee recognition awards
Outdoor SignageWeather-resistant signs and markers for outdoor use
High-End MerchandisePremium product labels and brand tags
Craft and DIY ProjectsCustomizable and textured components for handmade crafts and DIY projects
Memorabilia and CollectiblesSpecially designed memorabilia and collectible pins
Cultural and Traditional SouvenirsCommemorative pins for cultural and traditional events

Glow in the Dark Pin

Characteristic

A glow-in-the-dark pin absorbs light and then glows in the dark, making it visible in low light or no light conditions. Unlike regular pins, these have a special material that allows them to glow. Like other pins, they can be made of metal and have colorful designs.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Night EventsEnhancing visibility at concerts, festivals, and parties
Safety GearImproving visibility on safety vests, helmets, and backpacks
Children’s AccessoriesFun and safe glow-in-the-dark pins for kidsclothes and bags
Themed PartiesDecorations and giveaways for glow-in-the-dark themed parties
Camping and OutdoorsIncreasing visibility in tents, backpacks, and outdoor gear
HalloweenAdding a spooky glow to costumes and trick-or-treat bags
Promotional ItemsEye-catching promotional pins for brands and events
Emergency KitsEasy-to-find items in emergency or first aid kits
Novelty GiftsUnique and fun gift items for various occasions
Hat DecorationsEnhancing visibility and decoration on hats

Tinplate Button Pin

Characteristic

A tinplate button pin is a round pin made from thin metal, usually with a colorful design printed on paper and covered with a clear plastic layer. It’s lightweight and often used for fun, casual wear or as promotional items.

Usage scenarios

CategoryScenarios
Political CampaignsPromoting presidential and other election campaigns
Promotional EventsBrand promotions and marketing campaigns
FundraisingRaising money for charitable causes and non-profits
Conferences and ConventionsBadges for attendees, speakers, and staff
Sports EventsSupporting teams and athletes, fan memorabilia
Awareness CampaignsRaising awareness for social and health causes
Concerts and FestivalsSouvenirs and promotional items for music and cultural events
School ActivitiesClub memberships, event promotions, and student council elections
Personal ExpressionCustom designs to express individual interests and opinions
Commemorative EventsMementos for special events like reunions, anniversaries, and celebrations
Retail and MerchandiseNovelty items and souvenirs sold in stores and online
Trade ShowsMarketing and branding materials for exhibitors

The above is a description of the characteristics and specific usage scenarios of the 12 types of pins. If you want to know the prices and production processes of these pins, please visit my other articles.

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