How does a stylus pen with antimicrobial additive compare to a standard promotional pen?

A stylus pen with antimicrobial additive gives recipients two tools in one: a ballpoint for paper and a stylus tip for screens, which a standard promotional pen cannot match. The treated barrel plastic also resists microbial growth on the product surface, a feature basic plastic pens lack. Because recipients reach for it at both a desk and a touchscreen, the dual-function design tends to see more daily use than a plain pen.

Does the stylus tip on this pen work with all phone and tablet screens?

The stylus tip works with capacitive touchscreens, the type used on nearly all current smartphones and tablets. It will not register on older resistive screens that require pressure from a hard point. Recipients can also use the rubber tip while wearing gloves, which a bare fingertip cannot do on most capacitive screens.

What is the minimum order quantity for the stylus pen with antimicrobial additive?

The minimum order for the stylus pen with antimicrobial additive is 250 pieces. Published quantity tiers run at 250, 500, 1,000, 2,500, and 5,000 pieces, and the per-unit price drops at each tier.

How much does a custom stylus pen with antimicrobial additive cost per unit?

A custom stylus pen with antimicrobial additive costs $1.31 per unit at 250 pieces, dropping to $1.14 at 500, $0.99 at 1,000, $0.86 at 2,500, and $0.75 at 5,000. Standard pricing includes a one-color imprint in one location. Final cost depends on quantity, imprint method, and add-ons: setup runs $40 per color for silk-screen or $50 for Digibrite, extra silk-screen colors add $0.25 per piece each, and full-color Digibrite adds $0.30 per piece.

What events and industries use custom stylus pens as giveaways most often?

Custom stylus pens are handed out most often at trade shows, tech and software conferences, healthcare and dental offices, bank and credit union branches, and university orientation events. Recipients in these settings switch between paper forms and touchscreens all day, so the giveaway gets used rather than discarded.

Where is the stylus pen with antimicrobial additive manufactured?

The stylus pen with antimicrobial additive is manufactured in China. Buyers with domestic-sourcing rules or customs documentation requirements should note the CN country of origin when planning orders.

How should recipients clean the pen barrel and stylus tip after events?

Wipe the barrel and rubber stylus tip with a soft cloth lightly dampened with water. Avoid alcohol wipes and solvents on the imprint area, since repeated solvent contact can wear a silk-screened logo. Routine wiping still matters because the built-in additive is not a substitute for cleaning.

Do setup charges apply again when I reorder this custom pen?

Reorders with the same artwork carry a reduced $25 setup charge instead of the original $40 per color for silk-screen or $50 for Digibrite. Individually personalized Digibrite orders are the exception: the $100 personalization setup charge applies in full on every reorder.

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Plastic Stylus Pen with Antimicrobial Additive

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

SKU 1251589

ColorWhite With Blue

Included: One-color imprint, one location
Area: 1 1/4" W x 1/2" H
Production: 7 business days

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Key Features

Twist-action mechanism — extends and retracts the tip with a simple turn, so there is no cap to lose.
Rubber grip section — cushions fingers for steadier, more comfortable writing.
Antimicrobial additive built into the barrel — helps the surface resist microbial growth over time.
Integrated top stylus — doubles as a tool for tapping touchscreens on phones and tablets.
Approximately 5 1/2 inches tall — sized to fit standard pen loops and shirt pockets.
Silkscreen imprint area of 1 1/4" W x 1/2" H — enough space for a clear one-color logo.

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Digibrite imprint option at 1" W x 7/32" H — supports full-color artwork in a compact zone.
Seven color combinations — white barrel paired with black, blue, lime green, orange, purple, red, or yellow trim.
Black medium-point ink refill — gives smooth, consistent line quality.
Bulk packaging — ships loose to simplify warehouse handling and repacking.
250-unit shipping carton weighs 7 lbs — helps estimate freight for smaller orders.
Manufactured in China — country of origin listed for import documentation.

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Description

Stylus Pen With Antimicrobial Additive suits a healthcare conference giveaway, building antimicrobial protection into the barrel itself with a twist-action mechanism, a rubber grip, and a stylus tip on top for touchscreens.

A rubber grip adds comfort and control while writing, and the antimicrobial additive protects the product surface, though it does not protect users against bacteria, viruses, or other organisms. The pen stands 5.5 inches tall and ships in White paired with Black, Blue, Lime Green, Orange, Purple, Red, or Yellow; assorted colors require increments of 50. Standard silk-screen decoration covers a 1.25-inch by 0.5-inch area, or the Digibrite process covers a 1-inch by 7/32-inch area with a full-color imprint up to the maximum size. An optional custom pen tube adds one color imprint in one location on the tube and pen insertion, with a 250-piece minimum. It refills with black ink in medium point, and the pen is made in China.

Start your order for the Stylus Pen With Antimicrobial Additive ahead of your next healthcare conference.

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