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Unprinted Lanyards for ID Cards, Badges & Access Credentials
Unprinted lanyards are a practical and economical choice for displaying ID badges, access cards, name badges, visitor credentials and other forms of identification. Sometimes called plain lanyards, blank lanyards or solid-color lanyards, these styles provide the functionality of a traditional badge lanyard without custom logos or printed messaging.
Available in multiple colors, materials and attachment configurations, unprinted badge lanyards can be used for permanent employee identification or temporary applications such as visitors, contractors, meetings, conferences and events. They can also provide a simple way to visually distinguish groups, departments or credential types through color.
Types of Unprinted Lanyards
Select a lanyard based on comfort, appearance, workplace requirements and the type of identification or credential being carried.
- Flat Woven Lanyards – a versatile choice for everyday employee and visitor ID badges.
- Round Woven Lanyards – cord-style lanyards offering a simple, streamlined appearance.
- Breakaway Lanyards – designed with a breakaway feature for environments where safety is a consideration.
- Badge Reel Lanyards – combine neck-worn identification with retractable badge functionality.
- Neon Colored Lanyards – high-visibility colors useful for identification and color coding.
- Antimicrobial Lanyards – designed for applications where material characteristics and cleanliness considerations are important.
- Eco-Friendly Neckwear – alternatives for organizations seeking environmentally conscious badge accessories.
Choose the Right Lanyard Attachment
The attachment is just as important as the lanyard itself. Consider what will be carried and whether the credential has a slot, badge holder or other attachment point.
- Swivel Hooks – convenient for slotted credentials and compatible badge holders.
- Bulldog Clips – commonly used with badge holders and slotted ID cards.
- Split Rings – useful for keys, key tags and compatible credentials.
- Plastic Hooks – lightweight attachment option for many ID badge applications.
- Badge Reel Attachments – allow a credential to extend toward a reader without removing the lanyard.
Solid-Color Lanyards for Identification & Color Coding
One advantage of solid-color lanyards is the ability to create an easy visual identification system without custom printing. Different lanyard colors can be assigned to employees, visitors, contractors, departments, students, volunteers or other groups. This can complement the information printed on an ID badge while making different credential groups easier to recognize at a glance.
Where Are Plain ID Lanyards Used?
Plain badge lanyards are suitable for a wide variety of identification programs, including corporate employee badges, healthcare identification, school and university IDs, visitor badges, access control cards, government credentials, conference badges, trade show credentials and event passes. Their simple design makes them particularly useful for organizations that want a professional badge-wearing solution without customized neckwear.
What Should I Look for When Buying ID Badge Lanyards?
Consider the lanyard material, width, length, color, attachment and breakaway requirements, along with the type of ID card or badge holder being used. For access control credentials, also consider how frequently employees need to present the card to a reader. A badge reel lanyard or other easily accessible attachment may be convenient for credentials that are presented frequently throughout the day.
Need Your Logo or Company Name on Your Lanyards?
If plain lanyards aren't what you need, ID Enhancements also offers custom printed lanyards for organizations that want to incorporate branding, company names, logos or identification messages into their badge program. Explore our complete selection of lanyards to compare unprinted, custom printed and specialty options.
