Metal Tags & Nameplates
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Durable, Versatile Metal Tags
Order blank, engraved or color-printed metal tags for indoor or outdoor applications, custom made to your specifications!
Choose from standard shapes and sizes for easy online orders, or Request a Quote for completely custom metal tags.
♦ Blank Metal Tags
Blank metal tags are available in packs of 25 in a range of shapes, sizes and metal materials, ready for you to use in a variety of applications.
♦ Engraved Metal Tags
Fiber laser engraving marks the metal tags with highly legible, detailed text, numbers and simple graphics with a dark, permanent marking.
♦ Color-Printed Metal Tags
Full-color metal tags are printed with ultra-durable UV printing for fine detail and vibrant color that is durable and resists fading and scratching.
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ALUMINUM TAGS
Durable, affordable aluminum tags in various shapes are blank, engraved or stamped to your specs.
ANODIZED TAGS
Durable, color-coated anodized aluminum tags for indoor or outdoor use, engraved or blank.
STAINLESS STEEL TAGS
Ultra-durable stainless steel tags are laser engraved, color printed or blank for use indoors or outdoors.
BRASS TAGS
Classic brass tags or color-coated brass tags are functional and look great engraved, blank or stamped.
COPPER TAGS
Copper tags are decorative and functional in many shapes and sizes, engraved or blank.
NICKEL SILVER TAGS
Durable, affordable nickel-silver tags, engraved or blank for indoor use with good corrosion resistance.
ALUMA-TOUGH
Sealed, photo-anodized aluminum ID tags, asset tags and name plates withstand harsh elements for 20+ years!
ALUMA-MARK
Photo-quality, permanent anodized tags marked with a CO2 laser that doesn’t remove the anodized layer.
BLANK METAL TAGS
Metal tag blanks ready for you to engrave or mark. Aluminum, stainless, brass and more in many shapes and sizes.
ENGRAVED TAGS
Aluminum, stainless steel, brass, copper and more engraved to your specs. Hundreds of options at bulk prices.
COLOR-PRINTED TAGS
Sublimated or UV Printed metal tags with logos, barcodes and other artwork — made to last!
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Why Buy Metal Tags?
Metal tags are widely used in industrial and commercial settings because of their strength, durability, and ability to withstand harsh conditions.
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KEY APPLICATIONS
Metal tags are particularly suited for applications that require long-term identification, tracking, or labeling in environments where other materials like plastic may not hold up as well. Read more below to understand their advantages in industrial and commercial environments, and how different types of metal tags stack up against each other.
Benefits of Using Metal Tags
Durability
Metal tags are highly resistant to wear, tear, and environmental factors.
Unlike plastic, which can degrade over time due to exposure to UV light, chemicals, heat, or mechanical stress, metal tags maintain their integrity for extended periods.
Temperature Resistance
Metals can withstand extreme temperatures, both high and low.
This makes them ideal for environments ranging from freezing cold to extreme heat, such as warehouses, industrial plants, or outdoor installations.
Weather Resistance
Metal tags resist corrosion and weathering better than plastic or paper tags.
They are especially useful for outdoor applications where exposure to rain, snow, humidity, and extreme weather conditions could degrade other materials.
Long-Term Legibility
Metal tags can maintain clear markings or engraved text even under abrasive conditions or after prolonged exposure to environmental elements.
This ensures that information remains readable over the life of the equipment or asset.
Security
Metal tags can be securely fastened and more difficult to tamper with or remove compared to plastic tags.
This is particularly important in industrial settings where asset security and theft prevention are critical.
Appearance
Metal tags offer a polished, professional appearance that is aesthetically pleasing, adding to the quality impression of a product or piece of equipment.
We can engrave, stamp or color-print tags to make them look great and function well.
Environmental Conditions
Indoors
Metal tags can withstand indoor temperature extremes in various applications, as well as chemical exposure and moisture and humidity.
They can also stand up to physical stress such as bending, scratching and denting better than plastic tags.
Outdoors
The top reason to use metal tags outdoors is that many can resist UV exposure from the sun and resist fading over time.
Similarly to indoor use, they handle extreme temperatures well, and stand up to moisture and humidity.
Compare Different Types of Metal Tags
General indoor or light-duty outdoor applications
Aluminum or anodized aluminum tags are cost-effective and durable.
Harsh outdoor or industrial environments
Stainless steel is the best option due to its unparalleled durability and corrosion resistance.
Aesthetic or decorative applications
Brass or copper tags offer a high-end look while providing decent durability.
Extreme environments
Aluma-Tough and anodized aluminum tags are the best options for long-term readability and corrosion resistance.
Aluminum Tags
- Lightweight and cost-effective
- Corrosion-resistant
- Available in various thicknesses
- Ideal for general-purpose use in indoor and outdoor environments
- Offers good durability and resistance to the elements, but not as robust as stainless steel
- Easy to engrave or mark
- Available in multiple colors for customization
Best for asset tracking, inventory labels, general identification in moderate conditions.
Anodized Aluminum Tags
- Aluminum treated with an anodizing process that makes the surface harder and more corrosion-resistant
- Available in various colors
- Non-fading, even in harsh outdoor environments
- Extremely durable with high resistance to corrosion, fading, and scratching
- Offers excellent long-term readability even in tough conditions
- Suitable for harsh outdoor environments or chemical exposure.
Best for industrial equipment, outdoor tags, and high-end labeling applications where longevity is key.
Stainless Steel Tags
- Strong, durable, and resistant to rust and corrosion
- Available in different grades (e.g., 304, 316 stainless steel)
- Excellent for harsh conditions including exposure to chemicals, extreme temperatures, and moisture
- Resistant to corrosion, making it ideal for marine, industrial, and outdoor applications
- Highly durable against physical abrasion and scratching
Best for harsh industrial environments, outdoor machinery, chemical plants, marine environments.
Brass Tags
- A reddish-gold appearance that is aesthetically pleasing
Highly resistant to corrosion - Excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in marine environments
- Offers a unique, high-end look for applications where appearance matters
- Resistant to tarnishing and aging
Best for high-end or decorative applications, marine industries, or heritage items where aesthetics are important.
Copper Tags
- Known for its distinct reddish-brown color
- Highly resistant to corrosion, especially in moist environments
- Long-lasting, especially in humid environments
- Develops a unique patina over time, which can be desirable in certain applications
- Resistant to corrosion and weathering.
Best for historic buildings, architectural signage, and applications requiring a unique appearance or long-term exposure to the elements.
Nickel Silver Tags
- An alloy of nickel, copper, and zinc with a silvery appearance
- Durable and corrosion-resistant
- Offers an attractive silver-like finish at a lower cost than pure silver
- Resistant to corrosion, making it ideal for environments with exposure to chemicals, moisture, and temperature fluctuations.
- Resilient to wear and fading.
Best for decorative or functional labeling in industrial settings, high-visibility tags.
Aluma-Tough Tags
Features:
- A unique process that uses a photographic image on a metal surface
- Provides permanent, high-contrast text and graphics
Benefits:
- Extremely durable and resistant to fading, abrasion, and corrosion.
- Suitable for use in extreme outdoor environments, such as chemical plants, oil rigs, and military applications.
- Offers crisp, high-quality print or engraving that won’t fade over time
Best For:
- Heavy-duty applications in extreme environments where readability is critical over time.
Want to Further Compare Materials?
Dive into our Materials Guide to better understand the features and benefits of each type of metal and plastic tag to make the best choice for your application!
Gallery of Metal Tags
See some of the metal tags we’ve manufactured, get inspired and reach out to see how we can create the perfect tag for your application!
