Manual Branding Iron - 50mm x 25mm

Personalised Manual Branding Iron – 50 x 25mm

Add a distinctive, personalised finish to your products with our 50 x 25mm manual branding iron. Custom-made with your logo, initials or artwork, this stainless steel fire stamp creates a heat-branded impression on compatible materials without the need for ink.

Also known as a custom branding iron, fire stamp or burger branding stamp, this handheld tool is suitable for branding compatible wood, leather, cardboard, cork and other heat-tolerant surfaces.

The 50 x 25mm rectangular branding head provides space for appropriately sized logos, initials, short names and personalised designs. It's a practical choice for small businesses, makers and brands looking to customise their products.

Each manual branding iron features a stainless steel branding end attached to a steel rod with a wooden handle. A table stand is included.

Designed for short production runs and occasional use, this manual fire stamp allows you to add a distinctive finish to suitable products and packaging.

Heat the stainless steel branding head using a suitable butane or propane gas flame, then carefully apply it to your chosen surface. The heat produces a brown, fire-coloured impression.

Always test your branding iron on spare material before marking finished products. The correct heat and contact time will vary depending on the surface being branded.

Free artwork preparation and a digital proof are included. The standard lead time is approximately 2–3 weeks from artwork approval.

Key Features

• 50 x 25mm rectangular branding head
• Personalised with your logo, initials or artwork
• Stainless steel branding end
• Steel rod with wooden handle
• Manual, flame-heated operation
• Butane or propane gas flame recommended for heating
• Creates a heat-branded impression without ink
• Suitable for short runs and occasional branding
• Suitable for compatible wood, leather, cardboard and cork
• Potential food branding applications, subject to food-contact suitability
• Table stand included
• Made in Britain
• Free artwork preparation and digital proof
• Standard lead time of 2–3 weeks from artwork approval

Custom Branding Iron for Wood, Leather and Packaging

Our 50 x 25mm personalised branding iron provides a distinctive way to add your company logo or custom design to compatible materials. Unlike a traditional ink stamp, it uses heat to leave a branded impression on the surface.

Potential applications include:

• Wooden products: Personalise suitable wooden crafts, decorative items and handmade goods.
• Leather accessories: Add your logo or initials to compatible leather products.
• Cardboard packaging: Create a distinctive branded impression on suitable uncoated cardboard surfaces.
• Cork products: Add custom branding to compatible cork materials.
• Handmade goods: Give suitable craft products a personalised finish.
• Food presentation: Brand suitable burger buns, bread or meat only when the branding head is confirmed as appropriate for direct food contact.

The original product information also mentions veneer, chipboard and certain plastics. These materials require additional care because heat may damage coatings or adhesives, and some surfaces can release harmful fumes. Confirm heat compatibility before use.

50 x 25mm Rectangular Branding Head

The 50mm x 25mm branding area offers a rectangular format for suitably sized text, initials and logo artwork.

This shape can work well for horizontal wordmarks, simple logos and personalised designs that fit within the available space.

Very fine lettering or intricate details may need to be simplified to achieve a clear heat-branded impression. Our artwork team can help prepare your design for production.

Personalised Burger and Food Branding Iron

A custom burger branding iron can be used to create distinctive food presentation on suitable burger buns, bread and meat.

This product features a stainless steel branding end. However, stainless steel construction alone does not establish suitability for direct food contact.

Important: Before using the iron with food, confirm the stainless steel grade, surface finish and food-contact suitability with PackGenie. Follow appropriate food hygiene procedures and clean the equipment between uses.

How to Use a Manual Branding Iron

1. Prepare the material: Check that the surface is suitable for heat branding and position it securely.
2. Heat the branding head: Use a suitable butane or propane gas flame in a controlled, well-ventilated area.
3. Make a test impression: Test on spare material to establish the appropriate heat and contact time.
4. Apply the branding iron: Carefully position the heated head against the surface using your tested technique.
5. Inspect the result: Allow the branded surface to cool before handling or packaging.
6. Cool the tool safely: Place the iron on a suitable heat-resistant support away from combustible materials until completely cool.

Heat safety: Metal components can become extremely hot. Use suitable protective equipment, keep the iron away from flammable materials and never leave a heated branding iron unattended.

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