Pens with Logo: Plastic, Metal, Wood, Recycled
A guide to choosing pens with logo printing: plastic, aluminium, bamboo and recycled materials, printing technologies, indicative prices and turnaround times.
Pens with logo printing in Latvia typically cost from around EUR 0.35/pc (a simple plastic pen, single-colour pad printing, 500 pcs run) up to EUR 2.50–4.00/pc (an anodised aluminium model with laser engraving, 100 pcs), all prices excl. VAT. Our catalogue includes models in four material groups — plastic, metal, wood/natural fibres and recycled materials — with 2 to 14 body colours. Standard turnaround with logo printing is 5–10 business days, with urgent orders available by agreement.
How the material affects price and impression
A pen is one of the cheapest promotional products per contact, but the material determines how long it will stay on someone's desk. Plastic is the choice for large events and mass giveaways; metal suits client gifts and presentations; wood, cork and recycled materials work well for companies with a sustainability message.
A practical rule of thumb: if you're planning 300+ pieces for a conference or open day, go with plastic. If you're preparing 50–100 gifts for partners, an engraved metal pen looks far more impressive for roughly the same budget you'd spend on 400 plastic pieces.
Models from our catalogue
Plastic
- Nash ballpoint pen with a coloured body and grip, black ink — 14 body colours, suitable for pad printing, screen printing on round surfaces, and digital printing. A workhorse for large runs.
- Lucia recycled plastic ballpoint pen, blue ink, 4 colours — digital printing or pad printing.
- Moneta ballpoint pen with soft-touch coating, black ink, 5 colours — matte, pleasant grip; printed with glossy digital printing or laser engraving.
Metal
- Moneta aluminium click-action pen, blue ink, 10 colours — the classic office gift, looks great with laser engraving.
- Moneta anodised aluminium click-action ballpoint pen with touchscreen stylus, blue ink, 2 colours — handy for people working with tablets and terminals.
- Ziguur ballpoint pen made from recycled aluminium, blue ink, 6 colours — the feel of metal plus the appeal of a recycled material.
Wood and natural fibres
- Borneo bamboo ballpoint pen, black ink, 4 colours — screen printing on round surfaces or pad printing.
- Midar cork and wheat straw ballpoint pen, black ink, 2 colours — printed only with pad printing, as the surface is uneven.
Recycled materials
- Nash RCS ballpoint pen made from recycled plastic (available with blue or black ink), 13 colours — the same shape as the standard Nash, but made from RCS-certified recycled plastic.
- Unix ballpoint pen made from recycled plastic, black ink, 9 colours — an economical choice for large runs.
- Berk ballpoint pen made from recycled cardboard and corn-based plastic, black ink, 5 colours — the most visibly "sustainable" option.
- Alessio ballpoint pen made from recycled PET, black ink, 2 colours.
- Priestly recycled paper notebook with pen, 5 colours — a ready-made set for seminars; covers can be printed with screen printing, embossing, or a doming sticker.
Printing technologies: which to choose
| Technology | Suitable for | Colours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pad printing | Plastic, wood, cork, metal | 1–4 | The cheapest, precise for small logos; each colour = a separate cost |
| Screen printing on round surfaces | Plastic and bamboo bodies | 1–2 | Dense, vivid image on a round body |
| Digital printing (incl. glossy) | Plastic, aluminium | Full colour | Gradients and photos; the glossy version stands out more |
| Laser engraving | Aluminium, anodised metal | 1 (material tone) | Doesn't wear off, looks solid; logo needs to be simple |
For small logos with thin elements, engraving on a round body doesn't always read clearly — in that case, we offer a simplified logo version or pad printing instead. Please send files in vector format (.ai, .eps, .pdf), colours in CMYK or Pantone; a raster image taken from a website isn't suitable for printing.
Indicative prices by quantity
| Type | 100 pcs | 250 pcs | 500 pcs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic, 1 colour | from EUR 0.65 | from EUR 0.50 | from EUR 0.35 |
| Recycled plastic / cardboard | from EUR 0.85 | from EUR 0.65 | from EUR 0.50 |
| Bamboo, cork, wheat straw | from EUR 1.20 | from EUR 0.95 | from EUR 0.80 |
| Aluminium with laser engraving | from EUR 2.50 | from EUR 1.90 | from EUR 1.60 |
Prices are indicative, excl. VAT, and include single-colour printing in one location. The exact price depends on the model, quantity, number of colours, and number of print locations — for example, a logo on the clip and text on the body are already two separate print jobs. You can browse the full range of pens in our promotional products with logo section, and specifically pens.
Turnaround times and quantities
Standard production time for pens with logo printing is 5–10 business days from artwork approval. Runs start from 50 pieces — for smaller quantities, the setup costs (die, equipment setup) per piece become disproportionately high. If you need a sample before the full run, we can prepare a pre-production sample; this extends the process by 2–3 business days.
Pens are often ordered together with other materials — notebooks, folders, business cards. This saves on logistics and helps keep colours consistent across the whole set; you'll find printed products in our printing services section.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the minimum order quantity for pens with logo printing?
Usually 50 pieces. For smaller quantities, print setup costs make the price per piece unfavourable, though it's technically possible — get in touch and we'll calculate a specific option for you.
Are recycled plastic pens more expensive?
Slightly — roughly 20–30% more than an equivalent model made from new plastic. For example, the Nash RCS pen is identical to the standard Nash in shape and printing options; only the material and price change.
What's better on a metal pen: engraving or printing?
Laser engraving on aluminium is durable and doesn't wear off, but it's single-tone. If your logo is multicoloured or has a gradient, digital printing is the better choice. Both options are available on the Moneta and Ziguur models.
How long does an order take?
5–10 business days, depending on the model and quantity. If the date is critical, mention it right away in your request — we can arrange urgent orders by agreement.
What format should the logo be sent in?
Vector format — .ai, .eps or .pdf, with text converted to outlines. Specify colours in CMYK or Pantone. If you don't have a vector file, we can redraw it for an additional fee.
Email info@attaprint.lv or call and message us on WhatsApp at +371 25776699 — our project manager Madara will help you choose a model and prepare a quote within one business day. Contact details and opening hours: contacts.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity for pens with logo printing?
Usually 50 pieces. For smaller quantities, print setup costs make the price per piece unfavourable, though it's technically possible — get in touch and we'll calculate a specific option for you.
Are recycled plastic pens more expensive?
Slightly — roughly 20–30% more than an equivalent model made from new plastic. For example, the Nash RCS pen is identical to the standard Nash in shape and printing options; only the material and price change.
What's better on a metal pen: engraving or printing?
Laser engraving on aluminium is durable and doesn't wear off, but it's single-tone. If your logo is multicoloured or has a gradient, digital printing is the better choice. Both options are available on the Moneta and Ziguur models.
How long does an order take?
5–10 business days, depending on the model and quantity. If the date is critical, mention it right away in your request — we can arrange urgent orders by agreement.
What format should the logo be sent in?
Vector format — .ai, .eps or .pdf, with text converted to outlines. Specify colours in CMYK or Pantone. If you don't have a vector file, we can redraw it for an additional fee.
