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Slot punch
A tool that punches a slot or hole in a printed card for lanyards, clips, or reels.
A slot punch adds a clean, consistent hole so cards can be worn without cracking the plastic. It is used after printing, because most card printers will not print on a card that is already punched.
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A slot punch makes a clean, consistent hole for a lanyard, clip, or reel without cracking the card, an office hole punch tends to split the plastic. Punch after printing, never before: most card printers will not print on a card that already has a hole in it.
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If you are working this out for a live card program, start with pick the holder that matches your punch.
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