Sampling is where importers either de-risk an order or waste a month. A generic “free sample” from a trader tells you almost nothing about what will actually ship at volume. This guide shows how to request LED mask samples so each one answers a specific question before you commit budget.
The four samples that actually matter
| Sample stage | What you get | Realistic cost / time | What it proves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock sample | Unbranded MMZ01 off the shelf | Paid unit + courier, 3–7 days | Fit, weight, light feel |
| Custom-logo sample | Your logo printed on device/box | Paid unit + courier; logo print free | Branding before bulk commit |
| Golden sample | Signed-off reference unit | After sample approval | The QC benchmark for bulk |
| Pre-production sample | From your actual materials | Before bulk release | Real color, print, packaging |
Each stage answers a different question. Do not skip the golden sample — it is the reference unit your bulk gets checked against, and without it “quality” is just a promise.
What a sample request should include
- The exact SKU and configuration you plan to buy (not “your best mask”).
- Your vector logo and target market, if you want a branded sample.
- A written note that the approved unit becomes the golden sample for QC.
- Confirmation of MOQ and bulk pricing so the sample sits in context — see our private label LED mask MOQ guide.
Why paid factory samples beat “free” ones
A real factory prices a sample because it pulls a unit off a real line and runs your artwork. A trader that hands out free lookalikes is often reselling a public-mold unit it cannot fully document. If you are still validating who you are talking to, read how to choose a wholesale LED face mask supplier before you pay for anything.
FAQ
Can I order one LED face mask sample before a wholesale order?
Yes. Radiant ships paid samples of the MMZ01 (93g, IP67 hollow silicone) before bulk. You can request your logo on the sample — logo printing is included at no extra artwork fee; you pay the sample unit and courier only. After you approve the sample, bulk production follows private-label MOQ from 200 units with your logo on every unit.
How much does an LED face mask sample cost?
You pay the sample unit price plus courier. Logo printing on the sample is free — there is no separate design fee for putting your brand on the device or box during sampling. Sample cost is not your bulk unit price at MOQ 200; treat it as a verification expense before you commit to a logo bulk run.
How long does a custom-logo sample take?
Plan roughly 7–15 days for a custom-logo sample after artwork is finalized, versus a few days for an unbranded stock unit. Send a vector logo early so the factory can print it on the sample without re-work.
What should I check when the sample arrives?
Weigh it, run each light mode, flex the silicone, check the IP67 seal and charging, and compare the printed logo to your artwork. Approve a golden sample and keep photos with a batch reference so bulk can be checked against it.
Next step
Tell us your target SKU and market and we will quote a sample plus bulk pricing from MOQ 200.
