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Plastic Key Chains
A key chain made from plastic is usually the least expensive type available in stores. These are made out of a flexible material that manufacturers can easily manipulate into various shapes such as vans and houses. However, plastic key chains are not as durable as metal key chains, and therefore have the ability to break easily. One advantage for manufactures is that they can print one color or multicolor artwork on plastic key chains. The most common type of plastic key chains are rectangular or circular in shape with a company's logo printed on it. Also, the most recognized type is a house that usually promotes home improvement products or real estate companies.
Metal Key Chains
Some manufacturers make key chains from metal, which can often be heavy too carry around. Manufacturers have the ability to engrave logos or promotional messages on metal key chains. Additionally, metal can be formed into various shapes and objects such as rectangle, circles, sandals and cars. One type of metal key chain is a whistle, which typically spans up to 3 1/2 inches in length and actually makes sounds. Another type is the traditional key tag, which includes a 1 1/2-inch silver metal piece that holds a leather strap stitched along the edges.
Key Chains Associated with Luck
If you believe in luck, you may opt for a key chain associated with good fortune. For example, a rabbit's foot comes in a multitude of colors and usually has a beadlike chain to secure keys. Another example includes a green four-leaf clover usually constructed from metal. Additionally, you can find miniature dice that come in an assortment of solid and pastel colors.
Multifunctional Key Chains
Other than for the purpose of holding keys, some manufacturers make key chains that serve more than one function. A couple of multifunctional key chains include bottle openers and lights. If you need to remove a cap from a bottle a small bottle opener key chain may come in handy. Manufactures typically make this type from heavy-duty metal strong enough to allow you to bend the cap off a bottle. These are available in various shapes such as a keys, foots, squares or rectangles.
Light key chains work well when you need to illuminate an area for a short period of time. The most common type is the miniature flashlight. However, you can find some that resemble lasers. In addition, flashlight key chains usually have built-in batteries.
Cause Key Chains
Cause key chains allow you to support and highlight particular causes, such as breast cancer awareness. This type of key chain usually has the organization's logo, message or a symbol related to the cause on it. Additionally, this works well for fundraisers, health care or fitness-related events. Some may refer to these as awareness key chains.
Recycled Key Chains
Some key chains come from recyclable materials such as aluminum cans and plastic bottles. Reusing materials for key chains and other products helps protect the environment. Depending on the materials, manufacturers can make a variety of objects in numerous colors such as metal cars, garbage cans and stars.