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Breakaway lanyards feature a plastic clasp that automatically releases from around the neck of the wearer if it’s pulled. Breakaway lanyards are available in both custom-printed and standard styles and are for use anywhere that safety is important, including schools, manufacturing facilities, and hospitals.

It is easy to become overwhelmed with all the ID badge lanyard options available in today’s market! Now that you know what a breakaway lanyard is, let’s break down some options to help you decide which design is best for your needs. Below are some of the key features:

• Standard - economical and practical choice to display ID badges; offered in a variety of styles
• Custom - allows for personalization and is available in unique colors, designs, and print

MicroWeave

• Comfortable to wear
• Flat, ribbed polyester material

OptiWeave

• Designed to use with DTACH detachable badge attachment options
• Flat form made of tubular polyester

UltraWeave

• Long-lasting and light to wear
• Made of satin-like, soft material

OptiBraid - Custom Lanyards Only

• Uses a black slider in either a round or diamond shape
• Constructed with flexible braided polyester around an inner core

• 1/8'' round - best for one-time use, such as conferences and trade shows
• 1/4'' round - offer a safety breakaway and allow your badge to be easily detached from your lanyard
• 3/4'' flat - a basic option for day-to-day wear
• 5/8'' flat - a great-looking choice when lanyards will be worn every day

• Bulldog clip - easiest to attach to your card, but doesn't swivel
• Metal swivel hook - swivel helps keep your badge facing forward
• Split ring - typically used with a strap clip or other attachment
• Trigger snap swivel hook - easy to attach your badge and keeps your badge facing forward