Custom PVC Patches

Custom PVC patches, molded to your design Our custom PVC patches are molded — not printed — in soft, flexible rubber, with crisp molded lines separating every color. They're 100% waterproof and built to survive the gear they ride on: they won't fray, unravel, or fade like a stitched patch, indoors or out. Choose 2D for a smooth flat face or 3D for sculpted, raised layers. Pick your style and size, upload your art, and we handle the rest. No setup fees, no mold fees, no art fees, and up to 9 colors included — the price you see is the price.* Minimum 10 pieces. *We prep your artwork free. On the rare file that needs significant correction to be production-ready — a low-resolution scan, artwork that has to be redrawn — we will quote that small charge along with your proof. You approve it before anything is charged, and you can walk away at that point. Built for tactical and morale teams, outdoor and workwear brands, hat and apparel lines, motorcycle and car clubs, gyms, breweries, schools, and anyone who wants a logo that holds up and stands out. 2D or 3D: which style do you want? Both are molded from the same soft PVC rubber and both are fully waterproof. The difference is depth, and it changes which artwork reproduces best. 2D — Standard. Every color sits at the same level, separated by clean raised lines, giving a smooth flat face. Fine lines and small text hold up better because nothing competes for vertical space. This is the standard style and what most first-time buyers choose. Best for logos with text, tight detail, brand labels, hat patches, anything that has to read clearly at a small size. 3D — Raised Layers. The artwork is molded in raised layers so the design has real height, shadow and contour. It catches light and reads as a sculpted emblem rather than a flat badge. Detail has to be a little bolder, since very fine elements get lost between the levels. Best for mascots, crests, animals, shields and unit emblems. 3D is also the only style we offer glow-in-the-dark on. 3D runs a little more per piece than 2D. Switch between them in the calculator and the price updates instantly, so you can compare before you decide. Not sure which suits your artwork? Send it over and we'll tell you honestly, and your free mockup shows you before anything is molded. How to order Pick your style — 2D or 3D. The price table updates as you switch. Upload your artwork. We read its proportions automatically and set your width and height to match, so your patch comes out the shape you designed — not stretched. Adjust either box and the other follows. Empty space is cropped automatically. Logos are often saved on a much larger canvas with blank space around them. We detect the design itself, trim the margin, and produce from the cropped version — otherwise your patch would be molded to the shape of the empty canvas rather than your artwork. You'll see exactly what was cropped before you add to cart. Want the surrounding space kept? Say so in the notes and we'll use your original file. Set your finished size — anything up to 4" on the longest side, which is the largest PVC mold we run. Any outline you like within that: circles, shields, banners, or a fully custom shape. Pick your quantity — minimum 10 pieces. Bulk discounts step down automatically at 25, 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1000 pieces. Select a backing — iron-on / heat seal, sticker (peel & stick), sew-on (plain back), or hook & loop (Velcro, +$0.25 per piece). Velcro is the only one that costs extra. File types. Vector is preferred — AI, EPS, or PDF. Raster is accepted (PNG, JPG, PSD) at 300 DPI minimum. Very fine detail and small text don't hold up in a mold, so simpler, bolder art reproduces best. Our design team can help optimize yours. (PNG and JPG preview on screen at true scale; vector files upload fine but can't be previewed in a browser, so just type your size.) Add to cart and check out. We'll send a free mockup for your approval before the mold is cut — production doesn't start until you sign off. Application & backing Backings are the same on both styles, and only Velcro costs extra. How you apply the patch depends on which you choose: Iron-on / Heat Seal — our most popular. Press onto cotton, denim, canvas, twill, and cotton-rich blends with a household iron or heat press. Permanent once set. Sticker (Peel & Stick) — quick stick for smooth surfaces, displays, and hard cases. Not meant for the wash. Hook & Loop (Velcro) — +$0.25 per piece. Both hook and loop sides are included, so you can add the loop side to bags, plate carriers, and jackets and swap patches on and off. Sew-On (No Adhesive) — a plain back with no adhesive, stitched on by hand or machine. The traditional choice for club vests, uniforms, and workwear, and the right pick for any fabric you don't want to put heat near. No extra charge. Recommended settings for iron-on / heat-seal PVC patches: Temperature: 300–350°F (150–175°C). Start at 300°F. Heat press readouts are often off by 20–30°F — if the patch isn't bonding, raise the temperature before you extend the press time. Press time: 15–20 seconds on a heat press · 20–25 seconds with a regular iron Pressure: medium to firm, even across the whole patch Pre-press: 2–3 seconds on the garment first, to drive out moisture and wrinkles Cover: parchment paper or a Teflon sheet over the patch Cooling: let the patch cool completely before you check the bond Exact settings vary with the fabric, the garment, your press, and the adhesive. On synthetic or heat-sensitive fabrics, start at the low end of the range and test first. Fabric warning. Nylon, silk, leather, polyester, waterproof jackets, windbreakers, and stretchy technical fabrics react badly to high heat — they can melt, wrinkle, or repel the adhesive. Cotton, denim, canvas, twill, and heavy cotton blends are the reliable choices for heat application. On anything heat-sensitive, choose sew-on and stitch it straight on, or hook & loop and sew the loop side on. Care instructions Let the patch cool and fully bond before handling Wait at least 24 hours before the first wash Wash the garment inside out Use cold or warm water and a mild detergent No bleach or harsh chemicals Do not dry clean Tumble dry on low to medium heat — air drying is better Never put an iron directly on the patch. If you iron the garment, turn it inside out or lay a cloth over the patch Avoid prolonged or excessive direct heat on the patch Specs Material: soft, flexible PVC rubber — 100% waterproof and weather-resistant Styles: 2D (standard) is a smooth, flat face with each color molded into its own recessed section, separated by clean raised lines. 3D is molded in raised layers for real height, shadow and contour. Both are cut to any outline and both are fully waterproof. Size: any width and height up to 4" on either side, on both styles. 4" is the maximum size a PVC mold runs — we don't make them larger. How size is priced: by the longer of your two dimensions, rounded up to the next standard size (1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 3.5", 4"). A 3.1" × 0.8" patch is priced at the 3.5" rate. The calculator shows you which rate you're in before you add to cart. Shape & edge: molded and cut to any outline — circles, shields, banners, or fully custom. The edge comes out of the mold clean and sealed, so there's no stitched border to choose and nothing to fray. Colors: up to 9 colors included at no extra charge on both styles — more than almost any patch design needs. Past 9? Add a note and we'll quote the small difference with your proof, before anything is charged. Pantone: send your PMS references and we'll match them as closely as the available PVC colors allow. Molded rubber can't hit every Pantone exactly, so we'll confirm on your mockup before production. Backings: iron-on / heat seal (no charge), sticker / peel & stick (no charge), sew-on / plain back (no charge), hook & loop Velcro (+$0.25 per piece — both sides included). Same on 2D and 3D. Glow in the dark: available on 3D only, +$0.50 per piece. It charges in daylight and glows in the dark. Not available on 2D, and reflective and metallic finishes are not offered on PVC at all. No extra fees: no mold or die fee, no artwork or vector cleanup fee, no revision fee, and no small-order surcharge — unless your file needs significant correction to be production-ready, in which case we quote that with your proof, before anything is charged Accepted file types: vector preferred (AI, EPS, PDF); raster accepted (PNG, JPG, PSD) at 300 DPI minimum Auto-cropping: blank space around your design is trimmed automatically so the patch matches your artwork, not your canvas. Vector files are not altered. Add a note if you want the margin kept. Minimum order: 10 pieces per design, either style Pricing Pricing is set by your style, by the longer of your two dimensions rounded up to the next standard size, and by quantity. The bigger your run, the lower your per-piece price. All prices are per patch in USD. 2D PVC patches (standard) Quantity 1.5" 2" 2.5" 3" 3.5" 4" 10–24 $7.50 $8.50 $9.50 $10.00 $11.25 $12.75 25–49 $5.75 $6.50 $7.00 $7.50 $8.50 $9.50 50–99 $4.75 $5.50 $6.00 $6.50 $7.25 $8.25 100–199 $3.75 $4.25 $4.75 $5.00 $5.50 $6.25 200–499 $2.50 $3.00 $3.25 $3.50 $4.00 $4.25 500–999 $1.75 $2.00 $2.25 $2.50 $2.75 $3.00 1000+ $1.50 $1.75 $2.00 $2.25 $2.50 $3.00 3D PVC patches (raised layers) Quantity 1.5" 2" 2.5" 3" 3.5" 4" 10–24 $10.00 $11.00 $11.75 $12.00 $13.50 $15.00 25–49 $7.25 $8.00 $8.75 $9.50 $10.50 $11.75 50–99 $5.75 $6.50 $7.25 $7.75 $8.75 $9.75 100–199 $4.50 $5.00 $5.75 $6.00 $6.75 $7.50 200–499 $3.25 $4.25 $4.50 $4.75 $5.25 $5.25 500–999 $2.75 $3.75 $4.00 $4.50 $4.50 $5.00 1000+ $2.50 $3.00 $3.50 $4.00 $4.50 $5.00 Best-price guarantee. You will never pay more than you would by ordering a larger quantity. If your order sits just under a price break, the calculator automatically charges you the lower tier's total — and tells you how many extra patches you can add at no additional patch cost. No need to do the math yourself. (Per-piece options, Velcro backing at $0.25 and 3D glow at $0.50, still apply to every patch made.) Our guarantee 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order Free design revisions until you're happy — production doesn't start until you approve the proof Quality control inspection on every patch before it ships Free reprints for any manufacturing error 30 days to report an order issue — email support@atlantavinylstore.com with photos, or call (404) 720-5656, and we'll make it right One note: because every patch is made to your artwork, changes requested after you approve the proof may carry additional cost. Please review your mockup carefully. Production & turnaround Order processing: 1–2 business days Free mockup: sent for your approval before production starts Production: about 10–14 business days after you approve the mockup, on both styles Reorders: have a past order number? Drop it in the “Notes for Production” field and we'll match your previous specs exactly. FAQ How many colors can my patch have? Up to 9, included in the price with no surcharge. Most patch designs use three to five, so almost nothing runs past it. If your artwork does, add a note and we'll quote the difference with your proof before anything is charged. What is the difference between 2D and 3D PVC patches? On a 2D PVC patch every color sits at the same level, separated by clean molded lines, giving a smooth flat face that holds fine detail and small text well. On a 3D PVC patch the artwork is molded in raised layers so it has real height and shadow. 2D is the standard and more popular choice. 3D suits emblems, mascots and logos meant to pop off the surface, and it is the only PVC style offered with glow in the dark. Are PVC patches really waterproof and outdoor safe? Yes. PVC rubber does not absorb water and will not fade in sunlight, so the patches hold up on packs, jackets, hats and gear in any weather. There are no threads to fray or unravel. Which patch backing should I choose? Iron-on or heat seal for apparel you want it permanent on. Sew-on for club vests, uniforms and anything heat sensitive you would rather stitch. Hook and loop Velcro if you want to swap patches between bags or kit. Sticker for quick temporary display on hard surfaces. Only hook and loop carries an extra charge. How are custom PVC patches made? PVC patches are molded rather than printed or embroidered. Your artwork is cut into a metal mold with one recess per color, soft PVC is laid into each recess by hand, then heat and pressure cure it into a single flexible piece with a sealed edge. The patch is then trimmed to your outline and the backing is applied. What is the largest PVC patch you can make? 4 inches on the longest side. That is the largest PVC mold available, not a pricing limit, so it cannot be stretched. For patches larger than 4 inches, embroidered and woven patches go well past that size. Is there a minimum order for custom PVC patches? The minimum is 10 pieces per design. Volume pricing steps down automatically at 25, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 pieces, and the calculator never charges more than the next tier's total would cost. Can you match my exact brand colors? Yes. Send your Pantone PMS codes in the notes and we will color match at no extra cost. Molded rubber cannot hit every Pantone exactly, so the free mockup confirms the colors with you before production starts. How long do custom PVC patches take? Order processing takes 1 to 2 business days, then a free mockup is sent for your approval. Production runs about 10 to 14 business days after you approve the mockup. Nothing goes into production until you sign off on the proof. Do you offer wholesale or recurring orders? Yes. Email support@atlantavinylstore.com and we'll set you up with priority production and volume pricing. Related guides Custom morale patches: materials, sizes and hook and loop Embroidered vs woven vs PVC patches: which should you order? Patch backings compared: iron-on, sew-on, velcro and sticker How much do custom patches cost? What size should a hat patch be? Compare all six patch types, with prices