Metallic Thread with Laser Engraved Finish for Caps
This metallic thread is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the laser engraved finish surface, the 8# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps caps consistent across seasons instead of drifting with whatever the mill happens to have in stock.
The usual reason buyers come to us is not price. It is elastic that lost recovery after three washes, or a compliance document that arrived after the goods were already shipped. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Metallic Thread |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Laser Engraved Finish |
| Typical application | Caps |
| Base material | ABS Resin |
| Standard size | 8# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | GB 18401 |
Material and finish options
- Acrylic — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Rubber — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Nickel Silver — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Aluminium — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Bamboo — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Metal Stamping
- Screen Printing
- Anti-Static Finishing
- Embossing
- Brushing
- Weft Knitting
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Caps. Related applications on the same base include footwear, workwear, socks, trousers, jackets.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Photo report shared before the balance payment is due.
- Packed to your own carton ratio and barcode specification.
- Test reports issued against GB 18401 with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
Can you match a physical sample?
Yes. Send the reference and we reverse engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk commitment.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 500 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
What are the payment and delivery terms?
Standard terms are a deposit with the order and the balance before shipment, under EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP as agreed.
What happens if a bulk lot fails inspection?
The lot is reworked or remade at our cost. Inspection reports are shared before the balance payment is due.
Tell us the item, the quantity and the delivery window. We will quote it with the sub-processes named, so the lead time you approve is the lead time you get.
