What is a breakaway lanyard and why would a business choose one for staff badges?

A breakaway lanyard has a safety connector on the cord that is built to separate under strain. Businesses choose this soft touch braided breakaway lanyard for staff and event badges worn around busy areas. It gives wearers a safer option than a fixed loop.

Which events and teams use custom breakaway lanyards most often?

Custom breakaway lanyards suit conferences, trade shows, school staff, office visitors and volunteer teams. Each person wears an ID or pass all day, so a soft cord matters. Four color choices make it easy to separate staff from guests.

How does a braided lanyard compare with a flat printed lanyard?

A breakaway lanyard with a braided round cord feels softer and rounder against the neck than a flat strap. The branding sits in a small imprint on the slider rather than along the full cord. Choose it when you want a quiet, tidy look.

How does the decoration work on a lanyard slider with a polydome or full color label?

On this breakaway lanyard the logo goes on the shaped slider, not along the cord. A polydome gives a raised, glossy finish, while a digital full color label suits detailed art. Both fit a 0.65 inch square area and setup is included.

Can I choose the attachment and slider shape when I order custom lanyards?

Yes, the breakaway lanyard comes with your choice of detachable attachments and a variety of plastic slider shapes. Tell us your preference when you request a quote. Length runs 18 inches to 21 inches depending on the attachment chosen.

What quantity do I need to order breakaway lanyards, and where do price breaks fall?

The minimum order for this breakaway lanyard is 100 pieces. Each quantity tier steps down at 300, 500 and 1000 pieces. Ordering for a full event at once usually costs less than placing small repeat orders.

What affects the price of custom printed lanyards with a breakaway connector?

The price of a custom breakaway lanyard depends on quantity tier, decoration method and setup. Larger quantities move into a lower tier. Ask for a quote with your count and logo, and we will confirm the final cost.

Will I see my logo before the lanyards go into production?

Yes, we send a free digital proof of your breakaway lanyard logo before production starts. You can review the placement and colors and ask for changes. Production begins only after you approve the proof.

Shaped Slider Lanyard with Breakaway in 5 Shapes

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

SKU 923979

ColorBlack

Included: One location, Mult-color Label or Decal.
Area: 0.65"W x 0.65"H
Production: 7 business days

From$2.70per unit

Minimum100units

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Key Features

1/4" round braided cord — the cord is round in section rather than flat.
18"-21" long — the finished length shifts with the attachment chosen.
Breakaway connector on the cord — the connector is the breakaway type.
Plastic sliders come in a variety of shapes — the slider shape is not fixed to one form.
Detachable attachments — the attachment is picked at order time.
Imprint area 0.65"W x 0.65"H — an imprint field as tall as it is wide.

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Digital Full Color Process - Label / Decal and Polydome — the two decorating methods on file.
4 colors: Black, Navy Blue, Red and Royal Blue — the full stock range.
Unit weight 0.057 lb — the per-piece shipping weight.
Bulk packaging — no individual packaging per unit.
Minimum order quantity 100 units — the smallest quantity you can order.

Description

This braided lanyard with breakaway safety has a behind-the-neck release, so a snag on a door or a tug from a crowd lets go instead of pulling on the wearer. A soft 1/4" braided round cord and a shaped slider carry your logo for staff, volunteers and trade show crews.

For trade show badges, the shaped slider sits at the front of the neck where your logo gets seen in every handshake. Employee ID badges are worn for hours, so the soft braided cord stays gentle on skin and the breakaway keeps the wearer safer around machines. Volunteer events and conferences need a clip that fits the badge holder, so pick a bulldog clip, J hook, plastic swivel or split ring on a detachable buckle. Choose black, navy blue, royal blue, red or green to match your brand, with a black slider on every one. Your logo is printed on an applied label on the slider, with an optional Polydome cover. The unit runs 18"-21" long, depending on the end attachment.

Browse our sliding lanyards to compare slider shapes and cord styles for different jobs. This one fits badge wearers who need a safe release, and a second style can cover guests or speakers at the same event. Mixing colors by role helps staff spot volunteers, vendors and visitors from across the room. Gold or silver foil is available as an add-on for programs that want a finer finish.

Tell us your colors, end attachment and logo, and a free virtual proof of the slider comes back for your approval before production starts. Your quote lists setup and shipping, and we give you a confirmed in-hands date.

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