MetaCast Zinc Alloy Custom Keychains

Die casting is a manufacturing process where molten metal is injected into a precision-engineered mold under high pressure. This produces a fully shaped, three-dimensional product with smooth surfaces, crisp edges, and consistent detail across every piece. Die casting is ideal for items like keychains, bottle openers, ornaments, and promotional accessories where shape and dimension matter.

Yes. Die casting reproduces fine detail reliably, including small text, logo elements, and dimensional shapes. Because the metal fills every contour of the mold, the finished product captures the design faithfully. For best results, provide vector artwork (AI, EPS, or PDF). Our design team will optimize your artwork for the casting process at no extra charge.

Absolutely. Die-cast items can be finished with optional color fills — soft enamel or hard enamel paint is applied into the recessed areas of the design for a vibrant, eye-catching look. Products can also be left as polished or antique-finished metal for a classic appearance. An optional clear epoxy dome can be added for extra protection and a glossy finish.

Common finishes include polished gold, polished silver, polished copper, antique gold, antique silver, antique copper, black nickel, and satin finishes. Dual-tone plating (such as gold and silver on the same piece) is also available on many products.

Absolutely — every order includes a free digital proof showing your artwork on the actual product. Proofs are typically delivered same-day for orders placed before 2:00 PM EST. You'll get unlimited revisions until the design is exactly right, and production doesn't begin until you give your approval via email. If your artwork needs cleanup or recreation as a vector, our design team handles that at no additional charge.

Yes! Use the "Free Proof and Quote" button on any product page to request a no-obligation quote. We'll send you a detailed proposal with pricing, production timeline, and a digital mockup of your artwork on the product — easy to forward to your team for approval. There's no commitment and no pressure.

In most cases, no. If you're reordering the same product with the same artwork and specifications, the setup charge is typically waived since we already have your artwork on file. Just mention it's a reorder when you place your order or request a quote, and we'll confirm.

For the best results, we recommend vector formats: AI (Adobe Illustrator), EPS, or vector PDF. These scale to any size without losing quality. We also accept high-resolution PNG, JPG, and raster PDF files — for screen printing and engraving, our design team can recreate your artwork as a production-ready vector at no extra charge. When in doubt, send what you have and we'll let you know if anything else is needed.

This product ships within 15 Business Days business days after proof approval. Production begins once you approve your free digital proof — we don't start until you're 100% happy with the design. For products that offer online design, you may waive the proof step if you're confident in your design, which can shave time off the overall timeline. Rush production is available on select items; ask us when requesting your quote.