GBC ID Badge Holders

Protect and display employee IDs, name tags, access credentials, and event badges with holders from the broader GBC ID supplies collection. GBC BadgeMates holders are designed to keep identification visible while supporting attachment to compatible lanyards, badge reels, chains, and other accessories. Available GBC ID supplies also include retractable badge reels and lanyards, allowing holders and attachment hardware to be selected together for workplace, visitor, and event identification requirements.

GBC ID Badge Holders

Protect and display employee IDs, name tags, access credentials, and event badges with holders from the broader GBC ID supplies collection. GBC BadgeMates holders are designed to keep identification visible while supporting attachment to compatible...

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GBC Badgemates Clear Horizontal Badge Holders
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  • ID badge holders perfect for displaying ID badges or name tags
  • Crystal clear and either vertically or horizontally oriented.
  • Sold in packs of 10, 25 or as part of one of a GBC BadgeMates ID Badge Kit.
  • Size: 4" x 3"
Starting at $3.70
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GBC Badgemates Clear Horizontal Badge Holders 25pk - 3747472 - Clearance Sale
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Frequently Asked Questions

Match the holder orientation to the printed credential. A horizontal holder suits landscape-format badges with the name and details arranged across the width. A vertical holder is intended for portrait-format cards and may hang more naturally from a lanyard or clip. Measure the badge rather than relying only on orientation because holders may have different interior dimensions even when they look similar. The attachment slot or holes should be positioned so the printed information remains upright and visible. A broader range of ID badge holders includes horizontal, vertical, multi-pocket, rigid, and flexible options for different card sizes.

Measure the width, height, and thickness of the credential itself. Use the holder’s interior dimensions when determining fit, since exterior measurements include sealed edges and attachment areas. A holder that is too tight may bend the badge or make insertion difficult, while one that is too large allows the card to move and may reduce visibility. Include any paper insert, laminated layer, or stacked card that will be placed inside. When badges are printed in-house, confirm the final trimmed or laminated size rather than the original paper dimensions. The holder should protect the credential while keeping names, photographs, barcodes, and access information easy to read.

Flexible vinyl holders work well for name tags, paper inserts, event credentials, and identification cards that need protection from handling. They are lightweight and commonly support clips, lanyards, chains, or reels. Rigid holders provide more structure and may be better for access cards that should not bend. The correct choice depends on card thickness, daily use, attachment method, and whether the credential must be removed regularly. Flexible material can be more comfortable against clothing, while rigid construction offers stronger physical protection. Make sure the holder does not interfere with magnetic stripes, smart-card chips, or proximity-card operation when those features are required.

Lanyards are suitable when the badge must remain visible at chest level and clothing should not be clipped or pierced. Badge reels are useful when the credential must be extended to a reader while staying attached to the user. Clips provide a compact setup for uniforms, pockets, or collars. The holder must have the correct slot or holes for the selected attachment. Consider comfort, safety, dress requirements, and how frequently the badge is scanned. In access-controlled workplaces, retractable badge reels can allow users to present cards without removing the holder from their clothing.

Confirm the badge size, orientation, attachment method, pack quantity, and expected length of use. A short event may need lightweight holders that are easy to distribute, while daily workplace credentials benefit from stronger seams and material that can tolerate repeated handling. Decide whether inserts will be prepared before distribution and whether holders must accommodate barcodes, access cards, or multiple credentials. Ordering a small sample first can help confirm fit when the badge dimensions or attachment setup are unusual. For a complete wearable setup, ID badge accessories include holders, reels, lanyards, clips, and related identification supplies.