Clay, ceramic, ABS, acrylic or nylon: choosing a casino chip material
Short answer: clay composite for the classic casino feel, ceramic for full-face artwork, ABS for low cost, acrylic for a clear premium look, nylon for heavy high-denomination plaques.
The five materials
| Material | Shapes | Feel | Pick it when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay composite | Round | Classic casino weight and sound | Players expect the traditional feel |
| Ceramic | Round | Full-face print, edge to edge | Your artwork covers the whole face |
| ABS | Round · plaque | Durable, low cost | Budget matters most |
| Acrylic, clear | Round · plaque | Clear body, premium look | You want a see-through body |
| Nylon | Round · plaque | Heavy, high-denomination feel | You need plaques for high values |
Round chip or plaque?
Plaques are for high values. Round chips come in all five materials; plaques in ABS, acrylic and nylon.
See the full option list in custom chips.