
Custom Cardboard Thermometers — Branded Promo
Also known as: Cardboard Thermometers · Custom Printed Cardboard Thermometer · Promotional Fridge Thermometer Magnet
It arrives in the letterbox flat, unassuming, the kind of thing you'd almost set aside. Then the colour catches the eye — a custom-shaped card with a working temperature strip and a logo that reads like a small gift rather than a piece of marketing.
Cardboard thermometers sit where attention already lives. On the fridge door beside the school timetable. Stuck to the side of the kettle. Pinned above the desk of someone who checks the weather before they check anything else. Cut to your shape, printed front and back if you want it, finished with a magnetic backing or peel-and-stick base so it lands wherever the recipient decides it belongs. At around six to seven centimetres, it's read at a glance — which is the entire point.
The form does quiet work for tourism boards, councils running climate messaging, energy retailers, and any campaign that benefits from being useful rather than loud. They mail flat, so postage stays sensible, and at this price point they reach the audience numbers a serious campaign actually needs. Custom colour throughout, minimum order five thousand, production five to seven days. A small object that earns its place on the fridge for years — which is more than most direct mail can claim.
Custom printed and custom shaped cardboard thermometers come in your custom shape and print.
They are cost effective and make a useful promotional tool for both summer and winter themed promotions as well as tourism related marketing campaigns.
Have your own design thermometer that will remind your customers of your brand and services, backed on a magnetic backing or sticker base for added convenience.
These promotional give aways are ideal for government and climate change promotions, and they make fantastic mail outs.
Cardboard thermometers are cost effective and can be used in place of stickers or magnets.
Need this unbranded in bulk? We supply plain stock too — usually at a lower per-unit price. Ask for an unbranded quote →
Specifications
| PID | 3910 |
|---|---|
| Min Order | 5,000 |
| Production Time | 5 – 7 weeks |
| Size | approx 6-7cm |
| Colour | Custom |
| Branding Options | 1 Colour Silkscreen Print, Custom Shape, Full Colour Digital Print |
| Target Market | Education, Gov, Hospitality, Kids, Public |
| Purpose | Health, Lifestyle, Mailout, Marketing, Outdoor, Travel |
Price List
- All prices are per unit, and are exclusive of GST.
- Setup price: AU$70.00
| Quantity | Price Per Unit |
|---|---|
| 5,000 pcs | AU$1.58 |
| 10,000 pcs | AU$1.40 |
| 20,000 pcs | AU$1.20 |
| 30,000 pcs | AU$1.06 |
| 50,000 pcs | AU$0.96 |
| 100,000 pcs | AU$0.91 |
| 200,000 pcs | AU$0.69 |
| 300,000 pcs | AU$0.66 |
| 500,000 pcs | AU$0.49 |
| 1,000,000 pcs | AU$0.47 |
Samples
Samples are available on request. Please contact us for more information.
1 pcs (unbranded) AU$0.52 + AU$17.00 freight (Incl. GST)
Why Custom Cardboard Thermometers — Branded Promo works
The featherweight mailer that earns a permanent spot on the fridge by doing one genuinely useful thing every single hot day.
- ✦Borrowing from the wine world's serving-temperature cards: a winery or bottle shop ships these as fridge magnets that tell customers the exact moment their riesling hits 8°C — turning a giveaway into a ritual the bottle can't perform alone.
- ✦Lifting the pharmacy 'medication storage' insert: a vet clinic mails these to pet owners so they can confirm the room is under 26°C before leaving a dog in the laundry on a hot day — a guilt-and-care trigger that lives on the wall, not the bin.
- ✦Stealing the hotel housekeeping room-readiness check: a real-estate agency tucks one into the welcome pack of every new tenant so they learn their west-facing apartment's afternoon heat behaviour — branded knowledge they'll glance at all summer.
- ✦Adapting the brewery fermentation-watch chart: a craft beer or kombucha brand sends these to home-brew hobbyists to monitor ambient temp during a batch, making the brand a literal participant in the customer's hobby.
“Stick it on the fridge. It'll tell you when it's beer o'clock — scientifically.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for Cardboard Thermometers?▾
The minimum order is 5000 units. Volume discounts apply — at 500,000 units the per-unit price drops to $0.49 (69% lower than at the 5,000-unit mark). Larger quantities mean a lower per-unit price.
Can I brand Cardboard Thermometers with my company logo?▾
Yes — Cardboard Thermometers can be decorated with 1-colour-silkscreen-print, custom-shape or full-colour-digital-print. Sense2 will send you an artwork proof and a branded sample (sample cost + freight applies, credited back on your order) before production so you can check the logo placement, colour match and finish before we run the full order.
How long does production take?▾
Standard production time is 5–7 weeks once artwork and payment are approved. Fast-turnaround options may be available for urgent events — contact Sense2 with your deadline and we'll tell you what's possible.
Can I order a sample of Cardboard Thermometers before placing a full order?▾
Yes — samples are available. Sample cost plus freight applies, and the cost is credited back to you when you proceed with your order. Branded pre-production samples are also available with a setup fee that's credited back on the full order.
What size is Cardboard Thermometers and how much branding can it carry?▾
Product size: approx 6-7cm. If your logo or artwork needs more space, talk to Sense2 — we can often suggest an alternative product with a larger print area.
What colours does Cardboard Thermometers come in?▾
Cardboard Thermometers is stocked in: Custom. Custom Pantone-matched colours are also available at bulk quantities — ask Sense2 for a match quote.
What's the best bulk price for Cardboard Thermometers?▾
Pricing starts at $1.58 per unit at 5,000 units and drops to $0.47 at 1,000,000+ units. Pricing is for branded product — setup fees and artwork approval are separate. Send Sense2 your exact quantity for a tier-matched quote.
Can I pair Cardboard Thermometers with other branded merchandise?▾
Yes — Sense2 can build you a coordinated Brand Kit with items that work together. For Cardboard Thermometers, customers often pair it with branded notebooks, pens, lanyards and tote bags. Tell us the audience and event and we'll curate the kit.
Who is Cardboard Thermometers best suited to as a corporate gift or giveaway?▾
Picture this: a renter standing in their new kitchen on day one → peels the backing, slaps it on the fridge, and the agency's name is now the first thing they read every morning all summer. That's the kind of moment Cardboard Thermometers is made for. Tell Sense2 who you're trying to reach and we'll confirm it's the right fit — or point you to a sharper one.
What kind of campaign is Cardboard Thermometers good for?▾
Think of it this way — "Stick it on the fridge. It'll tell you when it's beer o'clock — scientifically". For example: Borrowing from the wine world's serving-temperature cards: a winery or bottle shop ships these as fridge magnets that tell customers the exact moment their riesling hits 8°C — turning a giveaway into a ritual the bottle can't perform alone. It's the right call when you want the gift to feel considered rather than generic, and Sense2 will brand it to match your identity and the moment.
What makes Cardboard Thermometers a clever choice rather than just another giveaway?▾
The featherweight mailer that earns a permanent spot on the fridge by doing one genuinely useful thing every single hot day. That's the angle our brand team would pitch — a gift that earns a second look and a place on the desk, not the bin.
Find it. Love it. Keep it.
Best Price Guarantee
- Found a cheaper price? Let us know and we'll do our best to beat it.
- Prices shown are indicative and may vary with current stock levels.
- For fast delivery we can airfreight your order; additional airfreight charges apply.
You may also like
More in Thermometers





