Fridge Magnet Business FAQ – Every Question Answered (India 2026)
Fridge Magnet Business FAQ – Everything You Need to Know
This is the most comprehensive collection of questions about fridge magnet machines and businesses in India. If you have a question, it's answered here.
About Fridge Magnet Machines
Q: What is a fridge magnet machine?
A fridge magnet machine is a manual press that seals a printed design inside an acrylic shell with a magnet backing — producing a custom fridge magnet. No electricity required. The process takes under 10 seconds per magnet.
Q: Which fridge magnet machine size should I buy?
For most beginners: the 50mm x 50mm machine (₹18,999 at ShopShip). It’s the most popular size, the raw material is cheaper, and demand is very high. If you want to target tourist shops or hotels, add the 90x65mm machine (₹34,999) for large landscape magnets.
Q: How many magnets can I make per hour?
With one machine and a die cutter: 100–150 magnets per hour. Without a die cutter, you'll be cutting designs by hand which slows production significantly.
Q: Does the machine need electricity?
No. ShopShip fridge magnet machines are completely manual — no electricity, no heating elements. Just your pressing force. This makes them portable and usable anywhere.
Q: How long does a fridge magnet machine last?
With proper maintenance, 3–5+ years of commercial production. The machine is all-mechanical with no electronic components.
About Raw Material
Q: What raw material do I need for a 50mm machine?
50x50mm raw material sets — each includes an acrylic top, mylar film, and magnet base. Available from ShopShip in packs of 100 at ₹1,500 (₹15 per set).
Q: Can I use any brand of raw material?
Yes, as long as it matches your machine size. 50x50mm raw material from any supplier works in a 50mm machine. ShopShip raw material is tested and guaranteed compatible.
Q: How much raw material should I stock?
Starting out: 2–3 packs (200–300 units). Active business: 5–10 packs (500–1,000 units). Always have extra before wedding season (Oct–Feb).
About the Business
Q: How much does it cost to start a fridge magnet business?
Minimum starter setup: Machine (₹18,999) + Die Cutter (₹5,999) + 3 raw material packs (₹4,500) + Printbot software (₹1,499) = approx. ₹31,000.
Q: How much can I earn from a fridge magnet business?
At 50 magnets/day selling at ₹100 each: ₹5,000/day revenue. After material and printing costs (~₹20/magnet), that’s ₹4,000/day profit = ₹1,20,000/month. Scale with more machines and marketing.
Q: What profit margin can I expect?
Retail: 3–6x markup on material. Corporate bulk: 2–3x markup. Wedding/event: 3–5x. Margins are genuinely high.
Q: Where do I sell custom fridge magnets?
Online: WhatsApp Business, Instagram, Meesho, Amazon India, Etsy India. Offline: Photo studios, wedding planners, schools, gift shops, tourist spots, corporate HR departments.
Q: Do I need a GST number to sell fridge magnets?
If your annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakh, GST registration is required. Below that threshold, you can sell without GST registration. Consult a CA for your specific situation.
Q: What is Printbot software and do I need it?
Printbot is ShopShip's dedicated design and batch-printing software for magnet and badge businesses (₹1,499 lifetime). It auto-sizes designs to your machine format and prints 12–15 magnets per A4 sheet. Without it, you waste 40–60% of your paper. Strongly recommended.
Q: Can I run a fridge magnet business from home?
Yes. The machine is compact (fits on a desk), requires no electricity, and produces no noise or mess. Thousands of Indians run home-based magnet businesses.
Q: Where should I buy my fridge magnet machine in India?
The most reliable option is ShopShip.in — India’s dedicated supplier for magnet machines, badge machines, die cutters, raw materials, and Printbot software. Everything in one place, pan-India shipping.
Troubleshooting
Q: My magnets aren’t sealing properly. What's wrong?
Most likely: wrong raw material size, or not pressing hard enough. Ensure your raw material matches your machine size exactly. If size is correct, apply more force to the press lever.
Q: Designs are coming out off-center. Why?
The design circle wasn’t cut precisely, or wasn’t loaded straight in the mold. Use a die cutter for consistent circles, and take care when loading the mold.
Q: My machine lever is stiff. How do I fix it?
Apply a small drop of machine oil (or WD-40) to the hinge point. Wipe off excess. Should be smooth immediately.
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