Corrugated Box Weight & Cost Calculator
Accurately compute sheet cutting dimensions, total GSM with fluting take-up, per-box weight, bursting strength (BS), and raw paper costing for 3-Ply, 5-Ply, and 7-Ply corrugated cartons.
1. Box Dimensions & Ply Setup
Technical Calculation Result
Total Calculated Substance: 428 GSM
46.0" × 19.0"
Area: 0.564 m²~4.68 kg/cm²
Quality: 18 BF Paper• Deckle Size: 10.0" + 8.0" + 1" = 19.00"
• Cutting Length: 2 × (12.0" + 10.0") + 2" = 46.00"
• Sheet Area: (116.8 cm × 48.3 cm) ÷ 10,000 = 0.564 m²
• Total GSM: 140 + (120 × 1.4) + 120 = 428 GSM
• Box Weight: 0.564 m² × 428 GSM = 241g
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Get Direct Packaging BuyersStandard Industry Formulas for Corrugated Packaging
Formulas used across Indian paper mills, testing labs, and corrugation factories.
Deckle & Cutting Size
Deckle = Width + Height + 1"
Length = 2 × (Length + Width) + 2" Joint Flap
Accounts for score creases and side glue/staple stitching flap allowance.
Fluting Take-up Factor (1.4×)
Effective GSM = Top Liner + (Flute × 1.4) + Bottom Liner
Fluting corrugation waves require 40% more paper than flat liner board.
Bursting Strength (BS)
BS (kg/cm²) = (Combined Liner GSM × BF) ÷ 1,000
Measures the hydraulic puncture pressure tolerance of the finished carton box.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions on corrugated box manufacturing, paper grades, and weight calculations.
What is the difference between 3-Ply, 5-Ply, and 7-Ply boxes?
3-Ply (Single Wall): Consists of 2 liner papers and 1 fluted medium. Ideal for lightweight products up to 10–12 kg.
5-Ply (Double Wall): Consists of 3 liner papers and 2 fluted mediums. Ideal for industrial goods, electronics, and loads up to 25–30 kg.
7-Ply (Triple Wall): Consists of 4 liner papers and 3 fluted mediums. Engineered for heavy machinery, exports, and loads exceeding 50 kg.
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