Vending Machine Size Guide
Compare capsule and gumball sizes to machine specs. Plan refills by diameter and fit.
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Resources & Guides
Quick tools to plan sizes, price mixes, and build theme-based prize sets — made for operators, teachers, and event planners.
Talk to a BVW Specialist📚 Most Referenced Tools
Quick-reference guides to plan faster, stock smarter, and pick the perfect prize.
Plush Size Guide
Match plush height to claw strength and payout timing for consistent performance.
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Prize Box Ideas for Teachers
Reward ideas and planning tips that students love—and teachers can deploy fast.
View Guide →🔎 Find What Fits Your Machine
Not sure what works in your machine? Start here. These safe picks are matched by diameter, weight, and payout behavior—so you stock with confidence.
Capsule & Gumball Machines
Match capsule or gum size to wheel openings to prevent jams and mis-vends.
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Check Size Compatibility → Plush Claw Machines
Plush size affects grip strength, drop rate, and player satisfaction.
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Match Plush to Claw → Toy Crane Machines
Lightweight toys reduce jams and keep payout timing predictable.
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Browse Toy Crane Picks → Candy Crane Machines
Individually wrapped candy works best for clean drops and reliable grabs.
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Shop Candy Crane Picks → Resources & Shortcuts
Plan faster with theme ideas, operator tools, and printable charts—built for vendors, teachers, and event pros.
Already used the quick tools above? This is the deeper library: themes, bundles, printables, and operator docs.
BVW Planning Tool
🎟️ Ticket Tier Map
Use ticket tiers to build a balanced prize wall fast—match ticket values to prize types, sizes, and “wow” factor.
🎁 Themes & Bundles
- Shop by Theme
Bestselling themes for classrooms, events, and vending displays—quick way to build a cohesive setup.
- Themed Prize Bundles
Curated mixes that make prize planning fast and consistent—great for prize walls and treasure chests.
- Dentist Office Toy Guide
Non-candy rewards to ease nerves and keep treasure chests stocked.
- Theme Trends & Insights (Blog)
Fresh ideas and crossovers from BVW—what’s trending for prize walls, classrooms, and crane setups.
- Prize Box Ideas for Teachers
Reward systems organized by grade and learning style with ready-to-use ideas.
- Treasure Chest Prize Planning
Bulk mixes designed for variety and value in classrooms and clinics.
🖨️ Downloads & PDFs
- Gumball & Capsule Size Guide (PDF)
Printable capsule + gum reference with millimeter breakdowns and machine fit.
- Bouncy Ball Size Guide (PDF)
Downloadable chart of vending-compatible sizes and diameters.
- Plush Sizing Chart (PDF)
Quick match of plush sizes to claw setups and customer profiles.
- Claw Machine Operator Guide (PDF)
Setup, prize tuning, and payout strategies in one file.
- Restock Rotation Chart (PDF)
Coming soon — plan seasonal prize swaps.
- Prize Planning Checklist (PDF)
Coming soon — organize stocking and prize types.
- Operator Setup Checklist (PDF)
Coming soon — step-by-step vending site setup.
🤝 Industry Organizations
NBVA – National Bulk Vendors Association
Stay connected with the leading bulk vending trade association—industry news, networking, and access to the annual NBVA conference.
IAAPA – Global Attractions Industry Association
Resources for amusement operators, arcades, and entertainment venues—global support, training, and trade show events.
