What is a Badge Reel? A badge reel is a housing or case that contains a retractable cord. This cord connects to a badge holder. In its most basic form, a badge reel is square or round shape. It typically measures 1.25″ in diameter. And it has a badge holder clip on the back for attaching the badge reel to clothing.
Finger-shape Badge reel
There are different types of clips used as the clothing attachment on the badge reel. Spring clips, belt clips, and closed-end pins are variations of clips used to hook the retractable badge reel to your clothing. The cord is attached to a spring mechanism within the casing which allows the cord to retract when pulled.
All badge reels will have a housing or casing, a retractable cord, a spring mechanism, a clothing attachment, and an ID badge attachment for more details see our badge reel anatomy page.
Types of Badge reels
Badge reels come in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. The reels are made from durable plastic or metal. They are small, and the cost is very low. Various printing methods are used to customize badge reels from full color process printing to single color pad printing. Printing Logos, messages, and names on the badge reel for marketing and promotional purposes.
