3.5" Photo Button Maker
What Customers Are Saying
Campus Event FavoriteThis turned out to be an event favourite size. Ran out of these first and the machine punched smoothly, turned easily and was easy for everyone to use.
- Sizing Up
I already had the 1.25" button maker, so I was excited to purchase this larger one. It's just as easy to use as I expected, and is extremely durable.
- Expanding A Product Line
It is very high quality and easy to use. We already have the 1.5" and 2.25" so we decided to add this size as well so we can expand our product line.
- Repeat ABM Buyer
Extremely high quality and easy to use just like my 1" Button Maker that I purchased previously.
The 3.5" Photo Button Maker (Model 350) presses 3.5 inch buttons on standard printer paper or thicker photo paper on the same machine, with no adjustment needed. It is an all-steel, American Standard press, made in the USA, and it ships with 25 free 3.5" pinback button sets so you can make your first buttons the day it arrives.
At 3.5 inches, this is also ABM's coaster size, with room for full photos, team pictures, and designs that read from across the room. You will need a cutter and more 3.5" pinback button sets to keep going, or choose the 3.5" Photo Button Maker Kit to get the press, cutter, button sets, three design collections, and 3 months of Build-A-Button in one order with free UPS Ground shipping.
3.5" Photo Button Maker Specifications
| Model | Model 350 |
|---|---|
| Finished Button Size | 3.5" round |
| Sizing Standard | American Standard 3.5". Not compatible with foreign-made metric machines or supplies. |
| Paper Types | Standard printer paper or photo paper on the same machine, no adjustment needed |
| Graphic Cut Size | 4.000", the size your design is cut to before pressing (buttons and coasters) |
| Speed | A finished button in under 5 seconds; several hundred buttons per hour |
| Press Design | Patented two-step process with a cam-on-roller design that takes very little force; pickup die on the left, crimp die on the right |
| Construction | All steel, no plastic or composite parts; metal dies with no compression rings to wear out, fall off, or misalign |
| In the Box | Press, 25 free 3.5" pinback button sets, button making templates, and complete instructions |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects; eligible for the Ultimate Extended Warranty |
| Support | Lifetime U.S.-based phone support |
| Manufactured | Made in USA |
| Best For | Photographers, sports teams, schools, political campaigns, restaurants and event venues, wedding planners, and craft sellers |
American Standard Sizing: Why It Matters
The Model 350 is built to American Standard 3.5" sizing. Foreign-made machines and supplies are built to metric specifications that sound close but are not the same dimensions, and that small difference decides whether a button crimps tight or jams the die. American Standard 3.5" parts do not typically work in foreign-made machines, and foreign parts do not typically work in this one.
Every 3.5" supply ABM sells is made to fit this machine, so reorders crimp the same way every time. Not sure what machine or supplies you have? Call us at (972) 985-5074 and we will help you identify them before you order.
Use Case Ideas for 3.5" Photo Buttons and Coasters
The 3.5" button gives you room for a real photograph, and the same press makes coasters. Popular uses include:
- Sports team and player photos. Big photo buttons for parents, grandparents, and fans on game day.
- Portrait and event photography. An add-on product for picture days, league photos, and family sessions.
- Custom coasters. Photo and logo coasters for weddings, restaurants, bars, and corporate gifts.
- Political campaigns. Extra-large campaign buttons that stand out at rallies and events.
- School spirit and graduation. Senior photos, homecoming, and recognition buttons.
- Weddings, reunions, and parties. Photo favors, mirrors, and keepsakes guests take home.
- Holiday gifts and fundraisers. Photo ornaments and magnets that sell well at school and church events.
See the 3.5" Photo Button Maker in Action
What Else Can You Make with a 3.5" Button Maker
Pinback buttons are just the start. The same machine and the same front shells press every product below. Swap the back or add an accessory, and you have a new product line.
Mirror Back Buttons
A pocket mirror on the back and your design on the front, a favorite for weddings and salons.
Ceramic Magnets
Attach to the back of a finished button to turn it into a magnet, with no extra press step.
Button Easels
Cardboard easels that display finished buttons on tables, counters, and craft-fair booths.
Compatible Kits, Cutters & Supplies
Every item below is made to fit the Model 350, so you can build out your setup now or add to it later.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with the 3.5" Photo Button Maker?
The machine ships with 25 free 3.5" pinback button sets, button making templates, complete instructions, and a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. It does not include a cutter or a Build-A-Button membership. To get everything in one order, choose the 3.5" Photo Button Maker Kit, which adds a cutter, 250 to 1,000 pinback button sets, three design collections, and 3 months of Build-A-Button.
Can it make both paper buttons and photo buttons?
Yes. The Model 350 presses buttons on standard printer paper or thicker photo paper on the same machine, with no adjustment needed. Fabric buttons need the machine adjusted first, so contact us with samples of the fabric you plan to use before you order.
Can the 3.5" machine make coasters?
Yes. The 3.5" size is ABM's coaster size. Use 3.5" Coaster Button Sets on this machine and cut your artwork to 4.000", the same size as a 3.5" button. The 3" machine does not make coasters.
What size do I cut my graphics for 3.5" buttons?
Cut each design to 4.000". The extra material wraps around the edge of the front shell and locks under the mylar. The 3.5" Graphic/Photo Punch cuts this size in printer paper or photo paper, and the Adjustable Circle Cutter cuts it as well.
Will it work with foreign-made 3.5" supplies?
No. The Model 350 is built to American Standard 3.5" sizing. Foreign-made metric supplies use different dimensions and do not typically crimp correctly in this machine. Use ABM 3.5" supplies, and call us at (972) 985-5074 if you are not sure what you have.
Does the 3.5" Photo Button Maker ship free?
The machine on its own does not include free shipping. Every ABM button maker kit, including the 3.5" Photo Button Maker Kit, ships free by UPS Ground within the lower 48 states.
What warranty and support come with the machine?
Every Model 350 carries a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects and lifetime U.S.-based phone support, available 8am to 4:30pm Central, Monday through Friday. It is also eligible for the Ultimate Extended Warranty.
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