How to Use an ID Badge Slot Punch

When it comes to ID badging and ID-related safety, most people don’t think much beyond the physical identification and security components. Safety – which should go hand-in-hand with security – needs to be at the forefront of your mind as well. What's an easy way to ensure your organization's safety? A slot punch. Slot punches offer a simple, cost-effective way to create an attachment point on your ID cards for use with badge accessories, such as a lanyard or badge clip. Before you use the slot punch, take note of these important steps: 1. Create your ID badge design, reserving the top portion (about 0.5") of the horizontal or vertical design for the slot. 2. Print a single test card and punch a slot into the card. 3. If you are satisfied with the card design and position of the slot, print your batch of cards. 4. After the cards are printed, punch a slot in the cards. (Note: To prevent costly printhead damage, do not punch a card before sending the card through the printer.) 5. Attach your punched ID cards to your badge accessories, and you're set to go!