The 1.5" × 4.5" rectangle custom button gives you a 3:1 wide-format canvas — the widest standard rectangle layout in this size family — purpose-built for messages that refuse to be abbreviated. With 6.75 square inches of printable area, this size delivers more horizontal real estate than the 1.75" × 2.75" (~4.8 sq in) and more than the nearly square 2" × 3" (6 sq in), making it the go-to choice when your slogan, candidate name, website URL, and tagline all need to live on a single wearable button.
Manufactured in our Los Angeles facilities with USA-made materials, every 1.5" × 4.5" rectangle button features full-color process printing, a durable metal shell with protective Mylar laminate, and a standard safety pin back. Pricing updates live in the configurator as you change quantity. Digital proof approval is selected by default before production; rush and expedited options are available when shown at checkout.
Product information
Product Details
- Product
- 1.5" x 4.5" Rectangle Custom Pinback Button
- SKU
- BTN-REC-150x450-H-STD-PIN
- Size
- 1.5" x 4.5" rectangle
- Unit weight
- 0.77 oz
- Shipping size
- 4.5 × 1.5 × 0.25 in
- Backing
- Standard safety pinback
- Artwork
- Upload artwork during checkout/configuration
- Proof
- Digital proof approval required before production
- Production
- Produced by Copyland
- Pricing
- Live quantity pricing in the configurator
- Optimal text visibility — the full 4.5" width accommodates approximately 40 characters of bold sans-serif text on a single line, so complete slogans, phone numbers, and website URLs display without wrapping or shrinking.
- Professional presentation — at 1.5" tall, this button has substantial vertical presence without becoming bulky on a lapel, lanyard, or tote bag. It reads like a professional name plate, not an oversized badge.
- Secure pinback wear — standard safety pin back holds firmly to jackets, tote bags, and lanyards for everyday campaign and event use.
- Cost-effective coverage — more print area than smaller rectangle options, with live bulk pricing that drops as quantity increases. A $30 minimum order value applies; there are no fixed piece-count minimums.
- USA manufacturing — every button is produced in our Los Angeles shops (West LA, Burbank, and Gardena) using premium metal shells and laminate finishes. Standard production is typically 3–4 business days after proof approval.
Most rectangle buttons hover around a 1.5:1 aspect ratio — functional, but limiting when your design demands a horizontal layout with breathing room. The 1.5" × 4.5" rectangle is built differently.
- 3:1 aspect ratio advantage — three times wider than it is tall, this format accommodates layouts that pair a logo on the left with multi-line text on the right, or display a full URL beneath a slogan — arrangements that would crowd a standard 2" × 3" rectangle.
- The sweet spot between sizes — it bridges the gap between compact rectangles (which limit you to roughly one short line of text) and bulkier wide-format options. You get complex-design capability in a button compact enough for everyday wear at conferences and on campaign trails.
- Full-color process printing on a wide canvas — our CMYK printing process reproduces photographic artwork, gradients, and unlimited colors across the entire 6.75 square-inch surface — no color count limitations, no setup fees per color.
- Digital proof approval is selected by default before production. Customers may choose to proceed without proof approval when that option is available at checkout.
- Upload your artwork — download our 1.5" × 4.5" button template (AI, PSD, EPS, and PDF formats) and place designs within the safe zone. The template includes trim lines, bleed markers, and safe-area guides. Upload vector files (AI, EPS, PDF, SVG) or high-resolution raster (PNG, JPG at 300+ DPI; CMYK recommended).
- Choose your options — select quantity in the configurator; pricing updates in real time as bulk quantity breaks apply. This SKU includes a standard safety pin back with a protective Mylar finish.
- Approve your proof — digital proof approval is selected by default. Confirm layout, color accuracy, and trim positioning before production. Customers may choose to proceed without proof approval when that checkout option is available. Standard production is typically 3–4 business days after proof approval; rush and expedited options are available when shown at checkout. Production time is separate from carrier transit time.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Finished dimensions | 1.5" × 4.5" (38 mm × 114 mm) |
| Print area (with bleed) | 1.75" × 4.75" — design extends 0.125" (⅛") beyond trim on all sides |
| Safe zone | Keep essential text and logo elements at least 0.125" inside the trim edges |
| Resolution requirement | 300 DPI minimum at final print size (CMYK color mode recommended) |
| Material | Metal front shell with printed face protected by Mylar/plastic laminate |
| Weight | Approximately 0.48 oz (0.03 lb) per unit |
| Backing | Standard safety pin back |
| Printing method | Full-color CMYK digital process |
| Accepted file formats | Vector preferred (EPS, AI, PDF, SVG); high-resolution raster (PNG, JPG at 300 DPI) accepted |
| Manufacturing | Made in Los Angeles, USA |
| Minimum order | A $30 minimum order value applies; no fixed piece-count minimums |
| Production time | Standard production is typically 3–4 business days after proof approval |
Compare neighboring rectangle pinback sizes to choose the right footprint for your artwork. Choose the 1.5" × 4.5" when you need more message room than a compact rectangle provides but want a button that still pins comfortably to a shirt, blazer, or lanyard. If your design is primarily vertical or image-heavy, consider a taller-footprint option like the 2" × 3" or 2.5" × 3.5" rectangle instead.
| Specification | 1.75" × 2.75" rectangle | 1.5" × 4.5" rectangle (this product) | 2" × 3" rectangle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Print area | ~4.8 sq in | 6.75 sq in | 6.0 sq in |
| Aspect ratio | ~1.6:1 | 3:1 | 1.5:1 |
| Single-line text capacity | Short phrases | ~40 characters | Multi-line + logo |
| Best for | Compact logos and short copy | Full slogans, URLs, logo + text combos | Name tags, campaigns, balanced layouts |
| Wearability | Lightweight, low-profile | Substantial but comfortable | Balanced everyday wear |
| Multi-line layout | Limited; 1–2 lines | 2–3 lines with 25–30 characters each | 3–4 lines with logo room |
- Political campaigns — candidate name, office, slogan, election year, and website URL all fit on one button.
- Business promotions — retail sales announcements, "Ask Me About…" messaging, or employee name badges with company logo, tagline, and contact information.
- Event badges and conferences — horizontal layout fits attendee name, organization, title, and event date cleanly — logo on the left, data on the right.
- Sports teams and organizations — team name, sponsor logo, and player number arranged in a name-plate format.
- Nonprofits and awareness campaigns — cause name, campaign website, and event date displayed prominently. A $30 minimum order value applies with no fixed piece-count minimums.
Volume pricing for 1.5" × 4.5" rectangle buttons scales with quantity. Pricing updates live in the configurator as you change quantity. A $30 minimum order value applies; there are no fixed piece-count minimums.
Per-unit cost drops at higher tiers — enter your target quantity above to see current pricing before checkout. Rush and expedited options are available when shown at checkout. Standard production is typically 3–4 business days after proof approval.
All artwork and designs from this website may not be copied, archived, mined, stored, captured, harvested, or used in any way except in connection with use of the site in the ordinary course for its intended purpose. Your uploaded image, logo, and artwork files are used solely to produce your order.
| Quantity planning | How pricing works |
|---|---|
| Configurator pricing | Live per-piece pricing updates as quantity changes |
| Minimum order | A $30 minimum order value applies; no fixed piece-count minimums |
| Higher quantities | Larger orders receive larger discounts at checkout |
| Large programs | See bulk custom buttons or contact Copyland for multi-design planning |
| Rush or specialty finishes | May affect timing and checkout options — shown when available |
| Shipping | Shipping rates are shown at checkout using carrier rates; U.S. nationwide only |
Your message deserves the wide-format treatment. Upload your artwork, choose your quantity, and approve your proof — we handle the rest in our Los Angeles production facilities.
A $30 minimum order value applies with no fixed piece-count minimums. Free digital proofs. Fast turnaround. USA-made quality. Secure checkout with bulk pricing applied automatically in the configurator.
What's the maximum text that stays readable on a 1.5" x 4.5" button?
Using bold sans-serif fonts at 10–12 pt, you can fit approximately 40 characters on a single line. Two-line layouts support about 25–30 characters per line. Very thin or script fonts risk illegibility at this scale — we recommend heavier weights for maximum readability.
How does this size compare to other rectangle buttons in the catalog?
The 1.5" × 4.5" has 6.75 sq in of print area — more than the 2" × 3" (6.0 sq in) and significantly more than the 1.75" × 2.75" (~4.8 sq in). The 3:1 aspect ratio favors full slogans, larger fonts, and logo-plus-text layouts that need horizontal breathing room.
Can I fit a logo and text on this size button?
Yes. The 3:1 aspect ratio is ideal for horizontal logo-left, text-right layouts. You can also stack a small image above one or two lines of text. Keep all critical elements within the safe zone (0.125" from trim edges).
What backing is included with this rectangle size?
This SKU includes a standard steel safety pin back. Browse refrigerator magnet buttons in the catalog for magnet-backed products when available, or contact us if you need help matching a backing style to your use case.
How many colors can I use in my design?
Unlimited. We use full-color CMYK process printing, so photographs, gradients, and complex multi-color designs all reproduce without per-color surcharges.
What's the minimum order quantity for custom artwork?
There are no fixed piece-count minimums, but a $30 minimum order value applies. Pricing updates live in the configurator as you change quantity.
Can I get a proof before my order is printed?
Yes. Digital proof approval is selected by default before production. Review the preview and confirm when proof approval is requested. Customers may choose to proceed without proof approval when that option is available at checkout.
What file format should I submit for best results?
Vector files (EPS, AI, PDF, SVG) produce the sharpest results, especially for logos and text. High-resolution raster files (PNG or JPG at 300 DPI in CMYK) work well for photographic artwork.
How long does production take for this size?
Standard production is typically 3–4 business days after proof approval. Rush and expedited options are available when shown at checkout. Production time is separate from carrier transit time.
Do you ship internationally?
BigDogButtons currently ships nationwide within the United States only. Shipping rates are shown at checkout using carrier rates. Local pickup is available at Copyland's West LA, Gardena, and Burbank locations when selected at checkout.
