What is the thickness of a cardboard box?

If you have ever asked yourself this question, we start by telling you that the thickness of a cardboard box depends on the type of carcass it is made of.the thickness of the box can be between 2 and 15 mm, in general. Each type of carcass has a particular thickness, which allows the boxes to be classified according to three specific types

• Micro Channel: These are simpler boxes, with an approximate thickness of 2mm
• Single Channel: These are more universal boxes, which are composed of a single channel with a thickness of approximately 5mm*
• Double Channel: These are much more resistant boxes, whose base of two channels has an approximate thickness of 7mm*
• Triple Channel: These are the strongest boxes and have three channels with an approximate thickness of 15mm*, offering exceptional and optimum protection.

*Data based on standard Rajabox single, double and triple carcasses. The composition of the carcasses may alter this thickness

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important to know that corrugated cardboard (or cardboard with carcasses) is the basis of the vast majority of cardboard packaging and consists of both an outer cover, a sheet of corrugated paper, and an inner cover. If the cardboard has two or more carcasses, there are at least two sheets of paper (inner cover + outer cover) joined by an intermediate layer. If you want to see it in more detail, here you can see, for example, the basic structure of single carcass cardboard:

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outer and inner cover of cardboard with carcasses are usually subject to various demands, as it is a material resistant to any action that may occur, and it can be used as an intermediate layer

• It is easy to work with.
• It is not heavy.
• Uses less material.
• It has good resistance.
• It offers optimum protection against wear and tear due to its cushioning effect.
• Good air permeability.
• Retains moisture.
• Fully customisable as it can be printed.
• Recyclable.

which carton do I need for my product?

If you are now thinking about which carton is ideal for you, taking into account the type of carcass and its respective thickness, you need to be clear about the type of carcass and its thickness what do you want to packit’s not just a question of which object, but you should also consider aspects such as

1. If the product is fragile or not.
2. If the product is heavy or light.
3. If you will use the box to ship or store something.
4. If you will have to stack several boxes.

cada tipo de caja te ofrece una ventaja particular teniendo muy en cuenta el peso, el transporte y el apilamiento, porque no es lo mismo embalar ropa, libros y otros productos más ligeros, a querer guardar un costoso jarrón de porcelana china o tus botellas de vino.

Imagínate que necesitas enviar tus productos al otro lado del mundo: Deberías tener en cuenta si el transporte es por tierra, mar o aire; si va en un muelle de carga apilada con otras cajas; si deberá almacenarse durante días, semanas o incluso meses; si está paletizado o no; si existe mucha humedad o cambios de presión.

Todo ello, puede influir sobre la decisión de qué grosor debe tener una caja de cartón.

Nuestras cajas de cartón de canal simple son ideales para productos ligeros o portantes hasta 20kg gracias a su compresión vertical y ofrecen una perfecta adherencia a la cinta adhesiva de embalaje. También, pueden servir para el envío de productos de menor tamaño y poco frágiles como, por ejemplo : documentos y productos preif you have any questions about packaging for your products, do not hesitate to contact us: pedidos@rajapack.es or 902 20 30 06, we will advise you about the best options for your case. Our sales team will be able to help you find the best solution for your needs.