Some postal clerks will think it is "rigid", some will not. interest to a wider audience. The following carriers have dimensional weight policies: Carriers without dimensional weight policies: To set your default package dimensions, refer to Configure your default package details. Dimensional weight calculations vary between carriers. purpose. You will find printable disks cheaper on sale at other places, but once in a US Post Office for complete The blank DVD will run you another 22 to 40 cents in both available, and at good prices if you check around. Clasp Envelope & 1 slim DVD case (holds 2 disks). If you are selling singles you can get away with selling a few cards in a bubble mailer without a scale. thickness. However, they are much more fragile than the disk protection to the somewhat fragile jewel case. receiving the disk. Paper sleeve, jewel case, etc. The home videos that I send Speculat(e/ing) I do not subscribe to NetFlix, but I have seen and handled Its not hard with little packages because it takes a lot to go over 4 ounces, and the price is the same for up to 4. I have also taken my one ounce US Postal Service Postage Rates for first class mail Consult the carrier you're using for details about their dimensional weight policies. What is the Postal Regulatory Commission? disks. It is also each side, eliminating the spot often used for a booklet or advertisements on package for minimum damage, but they do not seem to include a stiffener at all. Shipping vinyl records correctly comes down to using enough packing material to protect them, and using the cheapest possible service available: USPS Media Mail. Medium to large sized items (for example, a full set of sheets, or a puzzle box). rigid, to parcel first class rates are used. He's on a mission to shed light on shipping so small businesses can succeed. The advantage of the clasp envelope solution is that you Some corrections Weight with no printed material. the rest, leaving most of the disk white. Is there any rule of thumb for general weight? 1810 Posts Joined 18.7 Years Ago, CAGiversary! You can also request a free USPS shipping kit to get you started. welcome. Large toy (for example, a doll), work boots, or small sporting equipment. When I took it to the post office, they weighed it as exactly one ounce, on two How much does an audio cassette tape weigh? As a rule of thumb, the smaller and lighter your mailer is, the cheaper it will be to ship it. Synopsis: This web page provides The Catalog envelope is probably preferred because the lack of a are also handy for a variety of applications. It makes a very nice, and I started writing up this page with just the one stamp Wondering how much itll cost you to ship a bubble mailer with USPS? Provided here for reference. information on mailing a DVD or CD with 1 Stamp, The #0 size is perfect for a CD jewel case or VHS tape hand write the return address label now (it is that close). The gang talks MCU news, Quest price increase, Stray, Multiverses, and so much more! They are called "Catalog envelopes" and are harder to find, although office Full size jewel cases do allow for paper additional disk(s), but that type adds weight. I generally use the slim cases, disk. If you are using Canada Post to ship internationally and you don't see shipping rates being displayed when fulfilling an order, then your packaging might not meet the requirements defined by Canada Post. that came in a jewel case. Anecdotally, i postaged 13ozs onto a large mailer with sdcc sets weighing more than a lb and i had no problem. styles. After growing frustrated with all of the inaccurate (and boring) shipping resources out there, he decided to combine his love of writing and shipping into educational articles on Shipping School. inflict it on ershare it with the relatives. Please re-enable javascript to access full functionality. Until you get a scale for accurate measurements, you can use the following general guidelines: After you add weights to your products, make sure that your packaging weights and dimensions are also accurate. Installing video tapes. Thanks Bu why no names or service recommendations??? When you're fulfilling an order, you need to choose a package that matches the package type that you want to use. CAGiversary! Most carrier-provided packaging displays dimensions on the box. Full Yes, they commercial movies. A large, flat envelope no thicker than 3/4 inches. You can use Shopify Shipping to buy and print shipping labels from your Shopify admin. Jewel cases come in both the standard size (the mainstay of music CDs) and slim. Sets of items (for example, several books or pieces of clothing), or home decor. probably not good for a video tape. You do pay sales tax on the pre-coupon price, however, as it is a require a case, or have a "product" feel. Ink for printing the labels is very difficult to estimate, but can be constitute post office policy in any way. You currently have javascript disabled. 0.1oz accuracy claimed. I assume that this is not an issue, and have never had a problem with this, Add about an ounce per disc, if additional. Scratch protection. You are much more likely to have the recipient receive a broken postage rates that went into effect on 1/21/2018. Greater than 1/4 inch thick (OK for a disk in a sleeve, but the DVD and gives the weight of various media and packing materials for mailing in the mid to long term, given you plan to sell/ship a decent amount, getting a cheap postage scale is recommended. Press J to jump to the feed. I had weighed it as 1.0 ounces. Clasp envelope vs. Some mechanical support, but jewel case is more fragile than the which means that they are harder to find, and more expensive (3 to 4 cents more I have also had a clerk weigh one as over 1 ounce recently. No mechanical support. Most clothing items (for example, a T-shirt or blouse), or a watch in its case. itself. Note that if the DVD is considered "Rigid", it will add 21 cents to the Jewel cases do provide a little bit better presentation to the person 11381 Posts Joined 18.7 Years Ago, CAGiversary! Package shipment limits are set by the carrier. As a result, weve seen more shippers opting for Parcel Select Ground to send their packages, taking on longer delivery times in exchange for cheaper rates. Since additional ounces are $0.17 and they can fit in one These items can be shipped in a medium box. It is cheap and provides basic scratch protection to was measured by weighing 20 of them, getting a reading of 2.2 oz. The catalog envelope avoids this Ranges from 0.55 to 0.58 across brands that I have weighed. The 6x9 clasp envelope meets this requirement. finding the retail solutions expensive and heavy, I searched the local office The main reason Even using the clasp envelope and sleeve, it is Mini DVDs are used in some camcorders. paper / photo printers, so you are not getting a special printer just for CDs. Postal scales are cheap and it's probably worth picking one up if you're concerned, but I wouldn't worry too much about it. There are two major packaging alternatives, listed in the table below. If your dimensional weight is larger than your order's weight, then your customer is charged for the dimensional weight of their order. available in high volume production. increase the accuracy. even when having the local post office determine the charge. 2361 Posts Joined 19.1 Years Ago. I rarely use CD jewel cases for mailing. The difference is that the Catalog Still, if you are shipping your $24.99 movie to a friend to This and one other page (unit conversions) are of Must have I originally added a piece of poster board the search went on for an inexpensive solution. fit on a CD) and another team parent produced a team video. inexpensive way to mail DVD videos of my kids to the relatives. Learn how your comment data is processed. On January 21, 2018 the postal rates increased. Envelope" rate,. weights. It also uses materials already bubble mailer be used with a jewel case. They Standard CD Jewel case. DVDs. Ink Jet Printers which "Large Envelope" rate for some of these. artwork which wraps around the case. Most carriers charge by size and weight, so its important to keep your packaging small. When youre sending a lightweight bubble mailer, the cheapest service by far is USPS First Class Package Service. Use the gummed Note: Officially a Clasp qualifies a letter as nonmachinable according one model. You have taken far too many photos of your kid's sports team, and want to put 8346 Posts Joined 16.9 Years Ago, CAGiversary! * Note that the top entry might have a 21 cent adder if considered "rigid". cheaply. Envelopes are not supported with Canada Post through Shopify. The table below lists this is a somewhat Learn more about adding a package. the clerk considered it to be rigid (a 21 cent adder) but let me off with an store or online. I would also guess that the difference of a half pound in an envelope affects the cost very little. CD or DVD mailers tend to be sold in small quantities for a high price. A square package is non-machineable!!. Weight: exactly 1 ounce. The key to keeping the cost down is using items which are a standard size the disk. 15662 Posts Joined 18.1 Years Ago, This is not recommended for shared computers. The table below shows all combinations of packaging and cases. Cookware sets, or medium tabletop appliances (for example, a toaster). * The weight was obtained my weighting multiple items (5 to 20) at once to Trading Time Out (Rule Violation) Do not trade! This is because a clasp can get hung up on Once you print your label and affix it to your package, you can just drop it off at your Post Offices collection bin and get on with your day. There is also a "nonmachinable" surcharge for letters that fall into any of I use these for the DVDs that I make of my kids sports teams. I am using a #55 (6" x 9") Clasp Envelope, The following Shopify Shipping carriers offer free packaging: You need to include accurate weights for your products so that your customers are charged the correct amount for shipping. jewel cases, they are also very durable and will survive mailing very well. reusable, and the envelope is recyclable. or paper sleeve. consider them. Jewel cases are not recommended to be mailed with a clasp envelope due to the have come in very handy when I produced a DVD-ROM of photos (no, they would not empty. The paper sleeves sometimes weigh a bit more, Rockwell Sands is a shipping guru and a wizard with words. * The weight was obtained by weighting multiple items (5 to 10) at once and paper grocery bag, then putting the whole thing together with tape. I'm sure they have taken great care to design their Note that the weight will vary between brands and So buy a package or box of 6 x 9 Clasp or catalog envelopes, and box of sleeves, and some slim DVD cases approach. label. The cost for styles. I use DVD-R rather than DVD+R as there are many DVD players that When you use the right shipping software, you can save tons of money on your postage, and print your label from the comfort of your own home. Note that the weight will vary across brands and one of their mailers. On the other hand, bubble mailers over 1 lb typically have defaulted to Priority Mail as the next-cheapest service. For the current version, visit https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/shipping/understanding-shipping/packaging-and-weights. cases. which is less than the plastic ones. Some may weigh a bit more. 0.1oz accuracy claimed. rigidity *. mechanical support. https://www.prattbox.com/blog/ship-bubble-mailers-usps, https://www.amazon.com/HBlife-Inches-Bubble-Mailers-Envelopes/dp/B076DTR1N3, https://about.usps.com/postal-bulletin/2007/html/pb22218/kit1_010.html, https://www.duckbrand.com/products/mailing-shipping/envelopes-mailers/white-85-in-x-11-in, https://about.usps.com/postal-bulletin/2007/html/pb22218/kit1_021.html, https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/shipping/understanding-shipping/packaging-and-weights, https://www.boxgenie.com/blogs/news/how-to-mail-a-bubble-mailer. Accurate product weights also ensure that you're charged correctly for the USPS, DHL Express, and Canada Post labels you purchase through Shopify. Your email address will not be published. With eCommerce growing rapidly each year, shipping is more important than ever before. Weighed 100 at 24.4 oz. By Bill Nale. fragile nature of the jewel case. Update 1/29/2012 due to postal rate increase slim case that sells for 40 cents ($7.99 for 20) at Frys made by Meritline. I hope you find it useful. jewel case due to their fragile nature, but I rarely mail them. only 1 stamp, with a total packaging and mailing cost of just over 50 cents. The making the disks. However, they charged me an extra 17 cents anyway, as Buy a scale. These items can be shipped in a small box. a pretty standard thickness of about 0.6", while slim DVD cases vary in 20 cent nonmachinable surcharge applies if one or more not use any kind of mechanical support either, which helped to validate the If youre shipping heavier boxes that are still relatively small, a great way to save money is to throw your box inside of a poly mailer, and designate the package as an envelope rather than a box. post office. stated in the postal standards, however. Instead, purchase your label with free online shipping software. 2899 Posts Joined 18.7 Years Ago, CAGiversary! 1. form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence. supply stores carry them. several options. plastic inserts will weigh more. I always put 10oz but depending on the game they weigh from 5-9oz. General mailing of a CD or DVD without any How to Ship Dry Ice with UPS: A Complete Guide to Sending Dry Ice Shipments with UPS. VHS video tapes, and continued to use for DVDs. The Domestic Flat Rate Variety Pack includes small (1), medium (2), and large (1) boxes, which you can use to ship both domestic and international orders. This page was printed on Aug 01, 2022. Around 2003, when making DVDs had become very practical, I re-issued the entire CDs and DVDs with a white printable surface are readily They are surprisingly light weight, but not light enough to stay I have never $29.99. paper for the printed insert. Post Office Web site for Were here to help eCommerce businesses navigate the complicated waters of shipping, so they can focus on the things that really matter like growing their business. Advertised box dimensions may refer to the inside of the packaging, so it's important to measure the outside dimensions of your boxes. jewel case than a damaged disk. More information about eLivermore.com is available here. So DO NOT USE THE An inexpensive digital scale was used, with +/- This method of shipping is very low on material usage. if your estimation is relatively close (like within an ounce) and the item isnt over the set capacity for that type of packaging, the usps will usually let it go when you drop it off, and if they are sticklers will require you to purchase/use a stamp (never had this happen personally, but ive read accounts of it). You must add 21 cents to the first class postage if the package is non-machineable. appear to be a problem. Basic paper or plastic sleeve. adhesive on the envelope and cover the clasp. office supply store in search of cheap bubble mailers that I had originally I use these when sending photo disks or home envelope, this is still cheaper than sending the disks individually. 0.1oz accuracy claimed. You must use the Large Envelope classification if it is: CAGiversary! Summary of postal rates as they apply here. Very good disk protection. A set of children's play blocks, a few paperback books, men's shoes, or a large camera with accessories. ounce in most cases, until the quantity gets to 4 or 5 depending on the exact A whole lot. Be the first to know about industry news and get weekly shipping tips sent to your inbox! I have added this weight summary near the beginning as many The full size DVD case has Flexibility makes it durable, Parcel rate due to thickness & rigidity *, Parcel rate due to thickness, weight, & rigidity *, Parcel rate due to thickness & I have never had one returned for that reason when mailing with one stamp. Theres no reason not to take advantage of those savings, especially when the best shipping software options out there are totally free! If you are not careful, the cost of mailing will far exceed the cost of Heaviest we've ever had as power sellers is 9 oz, and that's in the padded mailers. Finally, when I had use the plastic ones. Rigid, non-rectangular, or not uniformly thick. Length is measured on the longest side of the package. stores. my mother-in-law, along with a DVD player. However, starting in 2022, USPS drastically lowered the cost of Parcel Select Ground service compared to Priority Mailby a lot. Many carriers offer free packaging to use with specific shipping rates. These items can be shipped in a small box. This could be Rigid, non-uniform thickness, address parallel to the started using for Go to the Costco has Sony DVD-R 100 packs, with printable white surface for You can use the following package types to ship your products with Shopify Shipping labels. So a small bubble mailer and say 1 card(in top loader) is well under 3 oz. 835 Posts Joined 18.7 Years Ago, CAGiversary! If the CD or A Letter that is rigid is only subject to a $0.21 adder. combo to the post office and weighed it on their much more impressive looking can buy the materials locally at a very low price, and the envelopes and sleeves I have used an inexpensive digital scale and an extremely cheap mechanical letter scale that price. Learn more about sending dry ice with UPS! Standard clear plastic case, including label card. protection. Light items such as jewelry, watches, phone cases, light clothing (for example, a scarf), accessories, socks, or intimates. Small favors!! might expect at a store (the right number). If you think that the generated rates are too high or too low, then you can adjust your calculated rates to increase or decrease your shipping rates as needed. Standard 6x9 inch (#55) "Clasp Envelope" readily available at many Must be rectangular. The Catalog envelopes are used in far lower quantities than Clasp envelopes, envelope works very well for much more flexible DVD cases, however. Ask us and have a qualified shipping industry expert help you with your next shipment! Girth is the measurement around the middle of the package, and is calculated as 2x width + 2x height. Weight with no printed material. About eLivermore.com Setting up and managing your shipping and delivery, Canada Post's packaging best practices guide. while Costco has a 2 for 1 coupon, making it a great deal, if you want 200 Most of the time I don't need to mail them, as I (the dual disk cases if you can get them) and you will be ready for almost anything. postage. Learn more about how to ship records! The slim ones are generally a little less fragile but have no capability for many, it can add up. complete information protection. This is not specifically clasp, as it is then covered by the gummed flap. It just feel like it. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I decided to write this page after researching an 6x9 inch Bubble pack envelope (#0), readily available at many It does One printer does all. Slim version of the CD Jewel case. Bubble mailer should be another 2-3 ounces. Most of these items can be shipped in a poly mailer, bubble mailer, or a small box. But it takes a good chunk of cards and toploaders to go over 4oz, and first class parcel 1-4oz is the same. Note that the Bubble Mailer would generally exceed the 1/4 inch limit for Epson makes several models, and HP also has at least When you're ready to buy a shipping label for your shipment, you can choose which saved packages you want to use. Many CD and DVD mailing solutions can be found at your local Your email address will not be published. time consuming operation, however, as it involves taking jewel case apart. Surprisingly, it can make a fair amount of difference. I Feel free to reach out and drop him a line! them on CD-R or DVD-R and mail them to the team members. The envelopes are available without the clasp for a slightly higher price. An inexpensive digital scale was used, with +/- a postal clerk weigh it on their scale behind the counter, it came out so If you buy the 100 pack of Clasp envelopes, you may also have other The bubble mailer is probably best This is the cheapest service that USPS offers for packages under 15.99 ounces, or 1 lb*. We never sell or share your email address. Initially I was sending VHS tapes in a #0 Bubble Envelope. Unfortunately, theres no way to say, It costs x amount of dollars to send a mailer with USPS. The truth is, the cost of shipping a bubble mailer all depends on three factors: the weight of your mailer, the size of it, and the distance it needs to travel. had one damaged, however. Length divided by height must be at least 1.3, and not more than 2.5. watch - or more to the point you sending THEIR $24.99 movie back to them - you I used three Note that the weight will vary across brands and Made from a much more flexible plastic than seem very practical, and would certainly be over one ounce. Bubble mailers are a fine packaging option for smaller, lightweight items that dont require too much cushioning or protection. Feedback always The CD or DVD itself is most of the one ounce solution, weighing 0.58oz. When your box fits inside of a poly mailer, you may qualify for cheaper rates than you would by sending your box through the specially-discounted service USPS Priority Mail Cubicbut youll never see this service at your local Post Office. If anything their envelope would likely supply less mechanical protection than The choice of case will depend on the final product. envelopes were ($7.99 for 100) I was sold There is not a great deal of mechanical support for the disk, but this does not theoretically possible that the clasp could be a source of damage to the disk. media. Your default package dimensions are sent to your shipping carrier along with your order's weight to calculate shipping rates for your customer. more expensive than full size. as incompatibilities of particular disks than from shipping damage. We have an answer (or several)! clasp envelopes very cheaply in 20 or 25 packs also.