What are custom pen backer cards?

Custom pen backer cards are cardstock cards that a pen clips onto. The card is printed in full color on both sides. It turns a pen into a small display for a message.

How does a pen backer card compare to a pen shipped loose?

A pen backer card holds the pen and your message together, while a loose pen carries only the imprint on its barrel. The card gives you printing space on its front and back. A pen alone offers a small imprint area.

What size are the custom pen backer cards?

Each backer card is 2 inches wide, 6 1/2 inches long and 1/2 inch high. It is made from cardstock and ships in bulk. The country of origin is China.

How much print space do custom pen backer cards have?

Custom pen backer cards have three full color print zones. Two are on the front, each 1.625 inches wide by 0.75 inch tall, and one is on the back at 1.625 inches wide by 6 inches tall. A full color logo setup applies to the order.

What is the minimum order for pen backer cards?

The minimum order for pen backer cards is 1,000 pieces. Orders under that carry a less than minimum charge. Match the count to your pen order for a one to one set.

Is a proof required for custom pen backer cards, and how long does production take?

Yes, a proof is required for custom pen backer cards before printing. Standard production is 5 business days. Art touchups and color changes can add charges.

What affects the price of custom pen backer cards?

The price of custom pen backer cards depends on quantity and setup for the full color logo. Extras such as PMS matching, a pre-production sample, art work and extra proofs add charges. Drop shipments are free for the first 5, then each carries a fee.

Cardstock Pen Backer Card with Double-Sided Full-Color Print

Name: Promotional Product Inc
Address: 9835 Pineville-Matthews Rd. #1000, Pineville, NC, 28134, US
Telephone: 1-888-212-5501

SKU 1087959

Imprint: Digital Full Color Process
Included: Full Color Front And Back
Area: 1.625″ W x 0.75″ H on Front Top
Production: 5–7 business days

From$3.06per unit

Minimum1000units

Ships in5–7 business days

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$3.06/unit at 1,000

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1,000 × $3.06: $3,060.00
Digital Full Color ProcessOne-time setup, no run charge: $87.50
Shipping: Destination ZIP code
Digital Visual Proof: FREE

Total$3,147.50

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Key Features

Measures 2″ W x 6 1/2″ L x 1/2″ H in cardstock — a footprint built to hold a pen clipped along its edge, not stand alone as a mailer.
Front imprint area runs 1.625″ W x 0.75″ H, with a second 1.625″ W x 6″ H zone on the back — two separate spots for a message and a QR code.
A pen clips securely onto the backer — pairing pen and holder into one unit instead of two loose pieces shipped separately.
Minimum order of 1000 units — a print-run size suited to pairing with a matching pen order one-for-one.
Dual-sided imprint on both front and back — twice the printable area of a single-sided design at the same footprint.

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Description

Turn every pen into a marketing tool with the Backer Card. Crafted from sturdy, heavy-duty cardstock, this dual-sided card lets a pen clip securely in place to create a billboard-style display for your message, promotions, QR codes, and a clear call to action.

With double-sided imprint area and durable construction, the Backer Card elevates a simple writing instrument into a memorable branding opportunity. It is a smart, low-cost add-on for trade shows, mailers, and promotional pen campaigns that need to leave a lasting impression.

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