Etching + Through‑cut (Piercing)
Suitable Style
Delicately presents patterns with a sense of transparency.
Recommended Thickness
0.6 – 0.8 mm
Key Features
No mold required, making it cost-effective even for small-batch production. Etching enables partial piercing combined with up to two recessed depth levels, creating a lightweight yet intricate visual effect. Note: thicker materials may result in more noticeable cut-edge variations.
Finishing Options
Recessed: sandblasted base / enamel paint;
Raised: polished / hairline / matte / plating / antique finish
Etching + Punching (Die‑cut outline)
Suitable Style
Flat logos, clear outlines, standard shapes
Recommended Thickness
1.0 – 2.0 mm
Key Features
Combines recessed etching for patterns and text with stamping to shape the product. Ideal for designs requiring fine details and a sense of thickness or weight.
Finishing Options
Recessed: sandblasted base / enamel paint;
Raised: polished / hairline / matte / plating / antiqued.
Stamping (Flat / Partial 3D)
Suitable Style
Logos with dimensional depth or curved relief patterns
Recommended Thickness
1.5 – 4 mm
Key Features
Molded contours create relief; pairs with enamel paint, imitation enamel, and plating. Ideal for 2D relief logos or classic medal looks.
Finishing Options
Recessed: sandblasted base / enamel paint / imitation enamel;
Raised: plating / antiqued.
Die‑casting (Full 3D)
Suitable Styles
High‑detail 3D figures, mascots, character IP.
Recommended Thickness
≥3.0 mm
Key Features
Molten metal is cast in molds to build fully 3D forms—great for mascots, figurines, 3D keychains.
Finishing Options
Recessed: sandblasted base / color infill;
Raised: plating / antiqued.
Process Comparison Overview (with Thickness Guidelines)
| Process | Thickness | Detail | Relief | Best for: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etch+Through‑cut | 0.6 – 0.8 mm | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | Light, intricate, openwork |
| Etch+Punch | 1.0 – 2.0 mm | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | Flat logos, standard shapes |
| Stamping | 1.5 – 4.0 mm | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | Curved relief, logo emphasis |
| Die‑casting | 3.0 mm 以上 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | Character figures, 3D forms |
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