Custom PVC Patches

Our custom PVC Patch made out of Polyvinyl chloride can be in any shape and size, resulting in a highly-detailed, high-quality final product that is also flexible. The mix we use is especially formulated so it is soft and bendable yet strong & durable to almost ANY USE AND ABUSE.

PVC patches are flexible, waterproof, and lightweight.

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Min. Order 50 patches

24 Hour Price Quote

5-7-Day Sample

4-Week Production

Who uses Our PVC Patches?

Any company looking to brand their products on their employees vests and gear. They are also used as garment labels, rubber patches for clothing or PVC Labels.

Military Patches

Military Units: Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard.

Police Patches

Police and law enforcement departments have switched their old fashioned police badges to 3D Rubber ones

Sports Patches

The best looking airsoft teams. Also used in airsoft, paintball, ski and motorcycle clubs logos. Rubber makes them tough and long lasting.

Morale Patches

Shock the world with your design or logo! A morale patch logo in your tactical gear will do the trick.

Fire Departments

First Responders: Fire Departments, Ambulance, Medical services and EMS companies for their uniforms.

What Should You Know Before Ordering PVC Patches?

As PVC is a waterproof and weather resistant material, your PVC custom patches will last longer, no fraying involved.

We manufacture soft rubber patches that have rich colors and are durable for years in any weather, are waterproof, and are resistant to low temperatures. A fire resistant patch is the perfect choice for those who require a weather-proof surface.

Design Options

Shapes

You can use a standard shape or have your PVC Patches custom made to adjust to the contour of your logo.

Style

The beauty of PVC is at allows the design to be “split” into different layers, which gives them a 3D look.
Most patches are done with 2D Layers; 3D Layers will give your custom PVC Patches to have a rounded, puffy look, great for faces and realistic designs.

Size

As little as 0.5 inches or as big as 17 inches.
Standard thickness for the base layer is 1.8mm and 0.7mm for any other. We can make them thicker if you need them to.
Our process is truly custom: We can manufacture your product anywhere from 1/2 inch thru 16″.
The most common sizes for Police and Fire Department uniforms are 3″x3″ and 3″x3.5″ for shoulders and 3″x2″ for hats and flag designs.

How To Attach Your PVC Custom Patches?

You can sew your patches onto your clothes easily with a sewing machine or by hand, thanks to the “Sewing Channel”
If you need to remove your patches frequently, the hook and loop backing might be perfect for you! Velcro Patches are ideal for Tactical Gear, Vests, Jackets and Backpacks.

Your Backing Options

Plain Backing

Sewing is the best way to attach your patches to your items in a secure and permanent fashion.
In order to make it easy for you, we can add a sewing channel to your patch, making it easier on the machine.

Velcro Hook Backing

Custom PVC Patches with Velcro backing are ideal for jackets, hats, tactical vests and backpacks.
We have different colors of Velcro© for your Velcro Hook Patch, such as black, white and tan.

Adhesive Backing

For special uses on non-washable surfaces.
The peel-n-stick adhesive on our products is a temporary bonding agent. Our Sales Reps can send you samples for you to test our adhesive backing prior to ordering.

Iron-on backing

Due to the nature of the PVC material, iron on backing s not available for PVC Patch

FAQ

What is PVC?

If you are a manufacturer and you need to have some custom PVC patches with logos for hats, jackets, backpacks and bags, think about PVC.
These kind of patches are popular for tactical uniforms of any kind: they can be sewn-on for a permanent solution or attached-detached to your gear when you choose hook-and-loop Velcro™ backing. They are also used by Police & Fire Departments.

How do you make my PVC patch?

If you are interested in finding out how are PVC patches made, it is actually very fun.
They are manufactured by pouring colored soft rubber into aluminum molds. There is a base color and each new layer is placed on top of it, creating a unique, cohesive soft item. Each custom design will have its own physical metal mold, if you want the same design but smaller, you will need a NEW mold for it. Learn more about How to Make Your PVC Patch.

What’s the Minimum Order Quantity?

The nature of custom manufacturing means we can make any quantity of your product. Each project is important to us, and that takes time and money. The good news? We offer 50 patches for the best quality at an affordable price!

How much do custom PVC patches Cost?

Your mold will be made to your design, shape, with one or many layers, layer styles (2d vs 3d), complex designs and a any number of colors and backing (none, Velcro or Adhesive), your project will be quoted on a case-by-case basis, and we’ll need your artwork/design/sketch and a detailed description of your project for accurate quoting.

Do you make Art Proofs and Samples?

Yes! Our ordering process includes making and Art Proof and a Sample for every custom order. We can make an Art Proof free of charge for simple designs and/or if an Art Ready file has been sent (Vector file, usually .ai, .eps.). If your design is complex an Art Fee will Apply.
Once you have approved your Art Proof, we will make a Pre-Production Sample, and send you an image of it via email. If you want us to send you the sample for your review, a sample fee and 2 weeks of processing time will apply.

How long does it take to get my rubber patches made?

Every project is different but in general, the Initial Price and Art Approval takes about 1 week, 1 week for Sampling, and 3-4 weeks for Production. From beginning to end, it takes about 5-6 weeks.

Are PVC Rubber Patches Flexible?

Yes, the soft rubber mix we use in our manufacturing process makes them soft to the touch and give them flexibility.

What is the Standard Size for Patches?

Patches worn on the shoulder will average 3″-4″ tall and 2″-2.5″ for hat patches.

PVC Patch vs Embroidered – which one is right for you?

Although embroidered patches can look great when new, they have some downside points:
They tend to wear off much and lose their cool look with just a few washes or with the constant use.
PVC Rubber patches give you several advantages such as:
-2D or 3D sculpted design.
-Waterproof material. It can withstand heat and cold temperatures.
-Any shape and colors (no gradients).
-Extreme detail and precision. It works perfect for complicated designs with small lines or lettering.
-Is flexible and lightweight yet strong & durable like no other.

I have an old Police Patch design. Can you help?

We love turning old fabric badges into amazing custom PVC patches!
Just send your logo via email, or mail it to us. We will custom match your design or logo colors from CMYK and RGB to the Pantone Coated and un-coated Color charts. We also have other color options such as Glow in the Dark, which absorb light and then emit it, causing colors change from white to green or yellow.
There are several customizable patch types such as: Embroidered Patches, Woven Patches , Chenille Patches, Leather Patches, Iron On and Printed.

Do You Make Rubber Patches for Hats?

Yes we do! Custom Velcro hat patches are one of our customer’s favorites!
Lots of people want a custom hat with their company logo, and they are very familiar with the concept of custom embroidered hats.
The beauty of having a patch-hat made out of PVC , is that it allows you to add your brand logo to ANY TYPE: flex fit snapback, trucker, baseball caps, so you can choose the type of hat that will go best with your brand.
You are not limited to direct embroidery! The easiest way to add them is using Velcro backing.

How to Order?

1. Pricing
In-house Design Team: Will work with your ideas, and your company logo, to make your order of Custom PVC Patches just right.

2. Art Approval
Your Art Proof design will be ready in 2-3 Days.

3. Pre-Pro Approval
Your order starts here. Review Your Pre-Production Sample.
5-10 Business Days.

4. Manufacturing & Delivery
Once you approve the sample we will start with the full production process. Fast Production / Fast Delivery. 15-20 Business Days.

2D VS 3D rubber Patches

Every logo design is custom built with layers in high and low relief and they can be 2D or 3D.

While 2D elements means that the layers follow square angles, the 3D ones can lean forward or backwards making round angles. These lasts work great for curved shapes. Click here to learn more about: 2D vs custom 3D PVC Patches

From a Logo into a Custom PVC Patch

In this graphic you can see how we transformed a patch, from a kind of simple concept to an amazing patch.

custom pvc patches -from-sketch-to-final-art

Yes, we can also transform your logo to be used in PVC labels (to replace a woven label), keychains, zipper pulls, coasters, magnets, luggage tags, dog tags and lapel pins of the highest quality.

Are Rubber Patches Right for Your Uniform?

Please contact us and send your project’s details and we’ll help you create awesome Custom PVC Patches!

Let’s get your police or fire department uniforms look amazing!

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Customer reviews

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01/26/2021
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