How to Correctly Measure Various Types of Box Dimensions?
The packaging industry offers a wide range of box styles and designs. Each box style has different needs and requirements regarding the correct dimensions. You must measure the dimensions and volume of a box so that the item you put inside will not only fit snugly but also be safe during handling and storage. Each type of box will have its dimensions and depth. For your convenience, we have brought the measurement techniques typically used in the packaging industry for the most commonly used and popular box types.
This guide will help you understand the measurement procedure for any box that will help you create ideal packaging for your products. You will also develop a better understanding of internal box dimensions.
- First, you must capture the required product dimensions for your preferred box style.
- Capture the product's length, width and height. That will ensure a snug fit.
- Measure the longest side of the product for length; the second-longest side will help you determine the width.
- Similarly, the tallest point of your product will help you decide the height of your box.
- When measuring irregularly shaped items, use the farthest sides or points to avoid compression or damage during box closure.
- Apart from the exact dimension, you shall also add a trim tolerance level to your measurement (usually 1-3 mm) to help you accommodate the ease of insertion and product adjustment.
Now we will move on to the second and most important part of our guideline, which comprises various box styles and how to measure their dimensions accurately according to your wholesale or retail product requirements.
Why Measure Dimensions According to Various Box Styles?
As mentioned previously, various box styles and designs are available according to the needs and requirements of different industries. Measuring the required dimensions of your preferred style will ensure proper box assembly and strength. If you overlook these aspects, it may cause fitment issues during production. That is why experts would first develop a mock-up, depending on your initial measurements. If the mock-up is not up to the mark, they will alter the measurements until they fit the product requirements.
Here are the dimension measurements for a few of the most popular box types:
Folding Cartons (measured on the inside)
120 × 80 × 30 mm (L × W × H)
150 × 100 × 50 mm
200 × 120 × 60 mm
250 × 150 × 80 mm
300 × 200 × 100 mm
Rigid Boxes (measured on the inside)
100 × 100 × 40 mm
150 × 120 × 50 mm
180 × 140 × 60 mm
220 × 160 × 80 mm
250 × 200 × 100 mm
Shipping Boxes (measured on the inside, flap closed)
200 × 150 × 100 mm
300 × 200 × 150 mm
400 × 300 × 200 mm
500 × 400 × 250 mm
600 × 450 × 300 mm
Display Packaging (measured on the inside)
150 × 100 × 200 mm
200 × 150 × 250 mm
250 × 150 × 300 mm
300 × 200 × 400 mm
350 × 250 × 500 mm
Subscription and Mailer Boxes (measured on the inside)
200 × 150 × 40 mm
250 × 200 × 50 mm
300 × 250 × 60 mm
350 × 250 × 80 mm
400 × 300 × 100 mm
All the above dimensions are based on the internal measurements of each box. Feel free to ask if you need further assistance sourcing these boxes or have specific requirements!
