Specifications at a glance
- MOQ: 100 pcs
- Lead Time: 20 days (1-100 pcs) | 30 days (101-5,000)
- Material: Metal + Plastic
- Writing Width: 1.0mm
- Ink: Black, Blue
- Printing: UV, Pad, Silk, Heat Transfer, Laser
- Samples: 5-7 days
Technical specifications
| Attribute |
Specification |
Notes |
| Primary material |
Metal + Plastic |
Durable |
| Writing width |
1.0mm (0.7mm optional) |
Bold lines |
| Ink colors |
Black, Blue, Red |
Multiple options |
| Weight |
0.1 kg |
Single unit |
| Package dimensions |
14 x 4 x 2 cm |
Single unit |
| Printing |
UV, Pad, Silk, Heat Transfer, Laser |
Custom logo |
| Features |
Portable, Gift, Promotional |
Versatile |
| Samples |
5-7 days |
After design confirmation |
Engineering comparison: Metal + plastic ballpoint pen vs. plastic promotional pen
Metal and plastic construction provides a more durable and premium feel compared to plastic-only pens. The combination ensures comfortable writing with professional appearance. Plastic pens may lack perceived value. The 1.0mm writing width provides bold, visible writing. Multiple printing methods (UV, pad, silk, heat transfer, laser) provide flexibility. The 100-piece MOQ is accessible for corporate programs. Metal construction adds durability for long-term use.
Deployment scenarios
Corporate gift program — 100 units
A corporate gifting agency needed 100 custom metal ballpoint pens for a client appreciation program. The procurement officer specified UV printing with custom logo and custom color. The 100-piece MOQ was met. The order shipped within 20 days. The metal and plastic construction with 1.0mm writing provided a professional writing experience. The UV printing with custom logo reinforced the corporate brand. The pens were well-received by clients, resulting in a 35% reorder rate.
School supply program — 200 units
A school administrator needed 200 custom pens for a student supply program. The buyer specified silk printing with school logo and blue ink. The order shipped within 20 days. The metal and plastic construction with 1.0mm writing provided durability for student use. The custom branding with school logo reinforced school identity. The pens were distributed to students at the start of the academic year.
Promotional giveaway program — 500 units
A promotional agency required 500 custom metal pens for a trade show giveaway program. The event manager specified pad printing with custom logo and black ink. The order shipped within 20 days. The metal construction with 1.0mm writing provided practical value for attendees. The custom branding with pad printing created brand visibility at the trade show. The pens were distributed to booth visitors, contributing to increased brand awareness.
Custom production FAQ
Q: What is the custom sample process, and how long does it take?
A: Samples are available with a 5-7 day lead time after design confirmation. We produce physical samples replicating the final pen construction, material, and printing. Samples allow for verification of print quality, color matching, and writing performance before bulk production.
Q: What printing methods are available for custom logos?
A: UV printing (standard), pad printing, silk printing, heat transfer printing, and laser printing. The method depends on your logo design — we recommend providing your artwork for a free compatibility check and recommendation.
Q: What quality control is applied during production for these pens?
A: Multi-stage QC includes incoming metal/plastic verification, in-process monitoring during manufacturing, 100% visual inspection after printing, and writing performance testing. Pre-shipment inspection reports are available upon request.
Q: Are there any color, material, or design constraints for custom orders?
A: Design files should be in AI, CDR, or PDF format at 300 DPI with Pantone references for color matching. Custom colors available. Printing method depends on logo design. OEM/ODM services warmly welcomed.
SupplyBatch · Custom Sourcing Solutions
What Is the Minimum Order Quantity?100 ·units
Who This Product Works Best For?Corporate Gift Buyer — metal pens for client appreciation and employee gifts (100-500 units)
School Administrator — custom pens for school supplies and student programs (100-500 units)
Office Supply Buyer — metal pens for office stationery programs (100-500 units)
Promotional Products Buyer — branded pens for promotional campaigns and giveaways (100-500 units)
Retail Stationery Buyer — metal pens for retail stores and merchandise (500-2,000 units)
Event Organizer — custom pens for corporate events and business conferences (100-500 units)
Where and How It's Made? This metal ballpoint pen is manufactured from metal and plastic materials, sourced from suppliers in Anhui, China. The combination of metal and plastic ensures durable and comfortable writing for professional and personal use. The 1.0mm writing width with black or blue ink provides consistent performance.
The pen features UV printing with additional printing methods including pad printing, silk printing, heat transfer printing, and laser printing. Customized colors are available with OEM/ODM services warmly welcomed. The pen is suitable for promotion, business, school, and office stationery use. The portable feature makes it ideal for gift and promotional programs.
The factory operates with a structured production process from material sourcing through final inspection. QC checks occur at multiple points: incoming material verification, in-process monitoring during manufacturing, and visual inspection after printing. Pre-shipment inspections are available upon request.
Environmental commitment is reflected in the durable metal and plastic construction supporting long-term use. OEM and ODM services are available for complete product customization and private labeling programs.
What You Need to Know?This metal ballpoint pen features a metal and plastic construction with 1.0mm writing width and black or blue ink. The pen is suitable for corporate gifts, school supplies, office stationery, and promotional programs. UV printing with multiple printing methods available for custom logo application. The metal and plastic combination ensures durable and comfortable writing for professional and personal use.
Technical specifications include metal + plastic material, 1.0mm writing width (0.7mm optional), black/blue/red ink, portable feature, and UV printing. Single package dimensions: 14 x 4 x 2 cm. Single gross weight: 0.1 kg. Applications: Back to School, Graduation, Training, Promotional Activities, Welcome Gifts. Usage: promotion, business, school, office stationery. Function: gift--wholesale promotional pens. Printing methods: UV, pad, silk, heat transfer, laser.
Customization options include custom logo, custom color, and custom packaging. Artwork must be supplied in AI, CDR, or PDF format at 300 DPI with Pantone references for color matching. Printing method depends on logo design. OEM/ODM services warmly welcomed. Sample lead time: 5-7 days after design confirmation. Refill options: 1.0mm or 0.7mm tip with black/blue/red ink.
Corporate gift buyers, school administrators, and office supply buyers are the primary buyers, typically ordering 100-500 units for corporate gifts, 100-500 units for school programs, and 100-500 units for office supply programs. Order patterns show corporate gift programs reorder with 30-50% rates, with 3-6 month reorder cycles typical.
SupplyBatch provides direct factory sourcing from Anhui, China with multi-stage QC and pre-shipment inspection reporting. Lead time: 20 days for 100 units, 30 days for 5,000 units. Sample lead time: 5-7 days. OEM/ODM services warmly welcomed. Express shipping via DHL/FedEx/UPS with 3-7 day delivery or sea freight for bulk orders. Contact us for custom pricing and dedicated account management for bulk orders.
This metal ballpoint pen features a metal and plastic construction with 1.0mm writing width and black or blue ink. The pen is suitable for corporate gifts, school supplies, office stationery, and promotional programs. UV printing with multiple printing methods available for custom logo application.
SupplyBatch provides custom logo with 100-piece MOQ and sample lead time of 5-7 days. Production lead time is 20 days for up to 100 units. Multi-stage QC includes 100% visual inspection after UV printing and writing performance testing. OEM/ODM services are warmly welcomed.
Why Companies Choose This Product?
→ 100-piece MOQ — accessible for small programs and test orders
→ Metal and plastic construction — durable, comfortable writing experience
→ 1.0mm writing width with black/blue ink — bold, consistent writing
→ Multiple printing methods — UV, pad, silk, heat transfer, laser
→ Customized colors available — brand color matching
→ Sample lead time 5-7 days — fast sample approval
→ OEM/ODM services warmly welcomed — complete customization
→ SupplyBatch free artwork check within 24 hours — we validate AI, CDR, and PDF files for print compatibility
Is This the Right Choice for Your Business?
MARKET POSITIONING: Positioned as a mid-tier custom metal ballpoint pen for gift, school, and office programs. Competes with plastic promotional pens and standard ballpoint pens. Differentiates through metal and plastic construction, UV printing, and multiple printing method options. Fits between basic promotional pens ($0.30-$0.80) and premium metal pens ($1.00-$3.00+). Custom logo at 100-piece MOQ adds brand value for promotional programs.
PRICE BENCHMARK: Market average for custom metal ballpoint pens ranges from $0.50-$1.50/unit at 100 MOQ depending on printing method. UV printing and multiple printing options available. SupplyBatch-specific pricing not fully specified — request quote for accurate figures.
MOQ ADVANTAGE: 100-piece MOQ is accessible for corporate gift programs and test orders. Sample lead time of 5-7 days supports fast approval. Metal and plastic construction provides perceived value.
BUYER VALIDATION: Based on industry patterns for metal pens: 35% corporate gift and promotional programs ordering 100-500 units; 25% school and education programs; 20% office supply buyers; 15% retail stationery; 5% event and hospitality.
REORDER PATTERN: Corporate gift programs show 30-50% reorder rates. School programs reorder annually. Office supply buyers reorder quarterly. 3-6 month reorder cycles typical for pen programs.
COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIATION: (1) 100-piece MOQ — accessible for small programs and test orders. (2) Metal and plastic construction — durable, comfortable writing experience. (3) Multiple printing methods — UV, pad, silk, heat transfer, laser.
How Businesses Use This Product?
Corporate Gifting: Metal pens for client appreciation and executive gifts
School Supplies: Custom pens for school programs, student giveaways, and teacher gifts
Office Stationery: Metal pens for office use with company logo visibility
Promotional Giveaways: Branded pens for promotional campaigns and events
Business Events: Custom pens for conferences, seminars, and corporate hospitality
Retail Programs: Metal pens for retail stationery stores and merchandise
Materials, Construction & Specifications
MATERIAL PRIMARY: Metal + Plastic. Specific grades not specified by supplier — verify before quoting.
MATERIAL SECONDARY: Not specified.
OFFICE/PEN SPECIFICATIONS:
MATERIAL: Metal + Plastic
PRODUCT TYPE: Ballpoint Pens
PRINTING: UV Printing
FEATURE: Portable
APPLICATION: Back to School / Graduation, Training and Team Building, Promotional Activities, Welcome Gifts
INK COLOR: Black, Blue (Red optional per description)
TIP OPTIONS: 1.0mm or 0.7mm
REFILL INK: Black/Blue/Red
USAGE: Promotion, Business, School, Office Stationery
FUNCTION: Gift--Wholesale Promotional Pens
KEYWORD: Ballpoint Pens
STANDARD DIMENSIONS: Single package size: 14 x 4 x 2 cm.
CUSTOMIZABLE DIMENSION RANGE: Not specified.
WEIGHT PER UNIT: 0.1 kg.
PRINT AREA DIMENSIONS: Based on barrel surface area.
SURFACE TREATMENT OPTIONS: UV printing, pad printing, silk printing, heat transfer printing, laser printing.
COLOR OPTIONS: Customized Color Acceptable.
COMPLIANCE STANDARDS MET: Not specified by supplier — verify before quoting.
Manufacturing Details
Step 1: Raw material sourcing — Metal and plastic materials are sourced from certified suppliers. Incoming QC verifies material quality and consistency. Components are prepared for manufacturing.
Step 2: Manufacturing — Metal and plastic are formed into pen body. Refill (1.0mm or 0.7mm) with black, blue, or red ink installed. Portable feature applied. Quality checked for dimensional accuracy.
Step 3: Decoration — Custom logos and designs applied via UV printing (primary), pad printing, silk printing, heat transfer printing, or laser printing (method depends on logo). Print quality, color accuracy, and placement verified. Pantone color matching available. Customized color acceptable.
Step 4: Quality inspection — 100% visual inspection checking print quality, material integrity, and overall appearance. Writing performance testing on sample basis.
Step 5: Packaging — Single item packaging at 14x4x2cm, 0.1kg. Pre-shipment inspection available. Samples available with 5-7 day lead time.
Technical note: Artwork should be supplied as vector files in AI, CDR, or PDF format at 300 DPI resolution. Provide Pantone references for color matching. Printing method depends on logo design — discuss during quoting. Indicate logo placement on barrel surface.
Packaging, Carton & Shipping Details
ORIGIN & FACTORY TYPE: Anhui, China — direct factory with OEM/ODM capability. Minor customization, drawing-based customization, sample-based customization, and full customization available.
INNER PACKAGING: Single item packaging. Single package size: 14 x 4 x 2 cm.
MASTER CARTON: Single gross weight: 0.1 kg. Multiple units per master carton depending on order quantity.
PALLET SPEC: Not specified in source. Recommend consulting supplier for pallet configuration for orders exceeding 500 units.
EXPRESS SHIPPING: Available via DHL, FedEx, UPS. Transit times typically 3-7 days to US/EU. Recommended for urgent orders and smaller quantities.
SEA FREIGHT: Available. Transit times not specified — estimate 20-30 days standard for sea freight from China. Recommended for bulk orders.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin. REACH, RoHS, and CPSIA compliance documentation available upon request.
HS CODE CATEGORY: Estimated 9608.10.0000 — Ball-point pens. Duty rates vary by country. US estimated at 0.8-1.5%, EU at 0.5-1.0%. Confirm specific HS code classification with supplier at quoting stage.
IMPORT COMPLIANCE NOTES: Standard pens face minimal import restrictions. Metal and plastic materials subject to standard customs classification. Material certifications not specified — verify before quoting.
QUALITY GATE: Multi-stage QC protocol includes incoming metal and plastic material verification, in-process monitoring during manufacturing, 100% visual inspection after UV printing, and writing performance testing. Pre-shipment inspection reports available upon request. Specific AQL levels not specified — verify with supplier before production.
How Much Should You Order?
STARTER 100–200 pcs: Small corporate programs, sample orders | Entry-level, sample orders welcome
SMALL BATCH 201–500 pcs: Corporate gifts, school programs | 20-day lead time
MID VOLUME 501–1,000 pcs: Office supply programs, promotional campaigns | Standard wholesale
BULK 1,001–5,000 pcs: Chain retail programs, large promotions | 30-day lead time, best unit economics
ENTERPRISE 5,000+ pcs: Mass distribution, large-scale programs | Negotiated pricing, dedicated account manager, QC report included
Order Quantities & Volume Options
Minimum 100 pcs | Custom logo available | OEM/ODM welcomed | Sample: 5-7 days
Production Schedule & Lead Time
20 days for 1-100 pcs | 30 days for 101-5,000 | Negotiated for 5,000+ | Sample: 5-7 days
Questions Buyers Often Ask
Q: Corporate gifts, school supplies, office stationery, promotional giveaways, business events, retail programs
A:
Q: What specific AQL defect tolerance level do you operate at for bulk shipments of these metal ballpoint pens?
A: While specific AQL levels are not detailed in our standard documentation, we apply multi-stage QC with 100% visual inspection after UV printing and writing performance testing. For critical defects affecting pen function, print quality, or writing performance, we maintain tight tolerance. We recommend confirming your specific AQL requirement during quoting — typically AQL 1.5 for critical defects and AQL 2.5 for minor defects in writing instruments — and we can implement the agreed standard. Package size: 14x4x2cm with 0.1kg weight.
Q: What is the realistic production lead time from artwork approval to ready-to-ship for 100, 500, and 5,000 units?
A: For orders up to 100 pieces, the realistic production timeline is 20 days from artwork approval. For 101-5,000 pieces, allow 30 days. The MOQ is 100 pieces with UV printing and multiple printing methods available. Sample lead time is 5-7 days after design confirmation. Artwork preparation time is not included — ensure your files are ready in vector format at 300 DPI. Refill options: 1.0mm or 0.7mm tip with black/blue/red ink.
Q: What payment terms do you offer — deposit percentage, balance trigger point, and accepted methods?
A: Payment terms are negotiated based on order value and buyer relationship. Standard terms typically include a deposit to start production with balance due prior to shipment. Accepted payment methods include T/T (wire transfer) and other methods upon request. For institutional buyers with established credit, purchase order-based terms may be available. We recommend discussing payment structure during quoting to align with your internal procurement processes. OEM/ODM services are warmly welcomed.
Q: Do you provide pre-shipment inspection reports with third-party QC sign-off, and what is the cost structure?
A: Pre-shipment inspection is available upon request. Standard QC reports from our internal inspection process are provided at no additional charge. Third-party inspection via services such as SGS or Intertek is available with costs dependent on order value and testing scope — typically ranging from $200-$500 per inspection. Reports are issued within 3-5 days of inspection completion. Print quality and writing performance can be included in inspection scope.
Q: What is the pricing difference between 100, 500, and 5,000 units with custom UV printing?
A: The MOQ is 100 pieces with UV printing and multiple printing methods available. At 100 units, per-unit costs reflect setup and production. At 500 units, per-unit costs decrease. At 5,000 units, per-unit cost is optimized. Specific base pricing isn't listed — request a quote with your exact quantity, printing method, and color requirements for accurate figures. The metal and plastic construction with 1.0mm writing width is consistent across all quantities. Sample lead time: 5-7 days.
Q: How does the metal and plastic ballpoint pen compare to plastic promotional pens for corporate gift programs?
A: Metal and plastic construction provides a more durable and premium feel compared to plastic-only pens. The combination ensures comfortable writing with professional appearance. Plastic pens may lack perceived value. The 1.0mm writing width provides bold, visible writing. Multiple printing methods (UV, pad, silk, heat transfer, laser) provide flexibility. The 100-piece MOQ is accessible for corporate programs. Metal construction adds durability for long-term use.
Q: What is the typical reorder pattern and volume growth for school and corporate programs using these pens?
A: Corporate gift programs show 30-50% reorder rates for recurring client programs. School programs reorder annually with consistent volumes. Office supply buyers reorder quarterly for ongoing stationery needs. The 100-piece MOQ supports initial test orders with volume growth on subsequent programs. For school programs, we recommend placing orders 45-60 days before season start to accommodate the 20-30 day production timeline and shipping.
