Material Guide

Zinc Nameplates & Badges

A cost-effective, die-cast solution for complex shapes and a solid, weighted feel — a go-to choice for truck badges, furniture hardware, and appliance branding.

Why Zinc

Detail and durability at scale

Die-cast zinc strikes a balance between intricate detail, solid feel, and cost-efficient large-volume production.

Cost-Effective at Scale

Volume friendly

Die casting keeps per-unit costs low even for large production runs.

Excellent Detail Reproduction

Crisp logos

Captures fine text and logo detail directly in the casting process.

Complex Shapes

3D geometry

Handles intricate contours and multi-level designs with ease.

Solid, Weighted Feel

Premium perception

The heft customers associate with quality automotive and furniture hardware.

Durable Die-Cast Base

Built to last

A strong metal base that holds plating and paint fill for years.

Wide Plating Options

Flexible finishing

Accepts chrome, nickel, black, and antique plating equally well.

Finishes

Finished to match your brand

Zinc die-castings take a wide range of plating and enamel treatments.

Chrome plated

A bright, reflective finish for automotive and dealer badges.

Antique / brushed nickel

A warm, vintage-inspired look for furniture and hardware.

Black nickel

A modern, understated dark finish.

Painted / enamel fill

Recessed detail filled with durable, brand-matched color.

Applications

Where zinc performs best

Truck & Off-Road Badges

Rugged, weighted badges built to handle rough-terrain use.

Furniture Hardware

Branded hardware accents for luxury and custom furniture makers.

Appliance Branding

Durable logo badges for kitchen and home appliances.

Tool & Equipment ID

Long-lasting identification for tools and industrial equipment.

Our Process

From design to delivery

01

Design & tooling

A precision die is machined from your artwork.

02

Free sample

Ships in 10-14 business days.

03

Die casting

Molten zinc alloy is precision-cast to shape.

04

Plating & enamel fill

Standard turnaround: 5-6 weeks.

05

Delivery

100 pieces up to 100,000+ unit runs.

FAQ

Common questions

How does zinc compare to aluminum?+

Zinc die-casting captures finer detail and a heavier feel, while aluminum is lighter and offers a wider range of anodized colors. The right choice depends on your application and design.

How durable is the plating on zinc badges?+

With proper base plating layers, chrome and nickel finishes on zinc hold up well to years of outdoor exposure and daily handling.

Why does zinc feel heavier than other materials?+

Zinc alloy has a higher density than aluminum or plastic, giving die-cast badges the solid, premium feel often associated with quality hardware.

What’s the minimum order quantity?+

We work with orders starting from 100 pieces up through large-scale OEM production runs.

Ready to get started?

Request a free sample to see the quality for yourself, or get a custom quote for your project.