Types of Slot Punches

Slot punches are tools that you must have if you make your own identification cards. A slot punch is the device that is used to put the hole in the card without tearing, ripping or damaging the ID card in any way. Without the slot punch it would be almost impossible to place a hole or slot in the card that looked neat and professional. The ID badge must have this slot so it can be attached to lanyards and similar types of badge holders. Therefore, these punches help to make the identification card more versatile.

There are several different types of slot punches available today that can make holes in your identification card in a variety of different sizes. The reason this device is so popular is because it makes these slots or holes without cracking or splitting the laminate. There is no other tool around that can do that.

When your office or company is ready to purchase an ID card slot puncher the first decision will be to determine what size slots is needed for the ID cards. Making that choice will be easier when you know a little about the different options that are available to you.

Here you will find a list of some of the different types of slot punches:

The electric punch is the best option for companies that need to make a variety of different size holes. Since they are electric, all you do is set the controls for the size and shape you need and the machine works automatically.

The hand-held punch is the easiest to use and the most inexpensive. However, it is best used when you only need to punch holes occasionally. If you go through a great deal of badges, it would be hard to keep up using this one.

The table top punch is great for the company that goes through a large number of ID cards on a regular basis. It makes punching cards fast, easy and simple so they will be ready to hand out in a matter of minutes.

The stapler punch is recommended for offices and can be purchased in either a lightweight design or a heavy-duty one, depending on how much you expect to use the device.

Slot punches are designed to do a variety of different functions such as round out the corners along with making perfect round holes or slots in the identification cards. That is why you never have rough or sharp edges anywhere on the ID badges. These slots are perfectly punched everytime without any hassles whatsoever.

All of these devices are reasonably priced and one of the best investments you will ever make when you are responsible for creating your own ID cards. The badges you create will have that professional look and feel to them just like the ones you order from other companies. If your business or office has an ID card printer, then you must have one of the slot punches to go with it.