So buy a package or box of 6 x 9 Clasp or catalog envelopes, and box of sleeves, and some slim DVD cases Weight: exactly 1 ounce. Note: Do not seal the envelope with the clasp. increase the accuracy. Not My Job Anymore, Go Bother Someone Else. empty. protection to the somewhat fragile jewel case. Tape commonly used in digital camcorders. 11381 Posts Joined 18.7 Years Ago, CAGiversary! 15662 Posts Joined 18.1 Years Ago, This is not recommended for shared computers. I have also had a clerk weigh one as over 1 ounce recently. entire disk. If you really need to mail jewel cases, get some bubble mailers also. paper which is the typical weight. If it is, you pay Package 1st class rates. In addition, the less distance it needs to travel to reach your recipient, the cheaper it will be to send. Envelope" rate,. They are also good for postage. Shopify Help Center, https://www.ecoenclose.com/blog/bubble-mailers-vs-recycled-padded-mailers/. Length is measured on the longest side of the package. You must use the Large Envelope classification if it is: About eLivermore.com 0.1oz accuracy claimed. Length greater than 11.5" or height greater than 6.125" If your dimensional weight is larger than your order's weight, then your customer is charged for the dimensional weight of their order. Paper sleeve, jewel case, etc. The blank DVD will run you another 22 to 40 cents in both That is the only type I buy anymore, as they are now inexpensive. That makes the sleeve reusable. Slim version of the CD Jewel case. which could go over the 1 ounce, although I have some that are 0.10 oz.. Seems like I'm not a very good guesser.hummm.So if they took the time to measured the weight and it is not exactly right.Do they mail the package back to you or do they keep it? Update 8/22/14 due to postal rate increase (in January) 5203 Posts Joined 18.3 Years Ago, CAGiversary! one model. If you buy the 100 pack of Clasp envelopes, you may also have other Weight with no printed material. Weight with no printed material. They also work as regular The difference is that the Catalog When shipping new "episodes" The extra protection provided by the bubble pack is Costs include both a good sale or online price (the left number), and a standard price that you 49880 Posts Joined 18.1 Years Ago, CAGiversary! Sets of items (for example, several books or pieces of clothing), or home decor. has turned out to be amazingly accurate. *Note: The weight limit for First Class Package is 13 ounces at the Post Office, and 15.99 ounces when you use shipping software to buy discounted postage onlinewhich were about to get into next. Learn how much it costs to send a bubble mailer with USPS, and how to save the most money when buying shipping labels, How to Ship Vinyl Records: A Complete Guide to Shipping Records. If your goal is to get the disk sent cheaply, nothing beats the plastic 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. CAGiversary! I use these when sending photo disks or home I had originally gone to an them on CD-R or DVD-R and mail them to the team members. Heavier clothing items (for example, a jacket or dress pants), a cell phone in its box, sneakers, or light items that need to ship in a small box. If you are selling singles you can get away with selling a few cards in a bubble mailer without a scale. Bubble mailer should be another 2-3 ounces. the disk. require a case, or have a "product" feel. Use the gummed The mailing package. In some cases, you can save up to 89% off what youd pay to send the same package at the Post Office. card stock liner note. interest to a wider audience. seem very practical, and would certainly be over one ounce. probably unnecessary for the already flexible DVD case. If youre not convinced yet, heres a little example: think of buying labels with shipping software kind of like buying a $10 T-shirt for $1. So far I have had no problems. Note that if the DVD is considered "Rigid", it will add 21 cents to the the clerk considered it to be rigid (a 21 cent adder) but let me off with an here. Must have The table below lists protection. Must be rectangular. Often $1.00 or more for a disposable mailer. Jewel cases do provide a little bit better presentation to the person styles. to post office standards. Some postal clerks will think it is "rigid", some will not. You can also request a free USPS shipping kit to get you started. protection. 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. ran out of scrap poster board, and realized that I could save 23 cents (at the CAG may earn a commission on purchases made through our affiliate links on CheapAssGamer.com and social media channels. This can make your shipping costs inaccurate. This and one other page (unit conversions) are of But it takes a good chunk of cards and toploaders to go over 4oz, and first class parcel 1-4oz is the same. * The weight was obtained by weighting multiple items (5 to 10) at once and A whole lot. For the current version, visit https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/shipping/understanding-shipping/packaging-and-weights. Weight with no printed material. advisable for long term reliability, and add to the cost and weight. 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. the search went on for an inexpensive solution. I have also taken my one ounce inflict it on ershare it with the relatives. different scales. 20 cent nonmachinable surcharge applies if one or more Accurate product weights also ensure that you're charged correctly for the USPS, DHL Express, and Canada Post labels you purchase through Shopify. will print on CDs and DVDs can be had for $99 or less. After also The Catalog envelope is probably preferred because the lack of a I use the white printable CDs if I want a nice I do not use the clasp when 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. Mailing DVDs and CDs with 1 Stamp covered up by the flap. https://www.amazon.com/ask/questions/Tx300QTH1C64ZAG/? Provided here for reference. The method consists of a 6" x 9" clasp envelope, a paper or plastic Please re-enable javascript to access full functionality. making the disks. Individual cookware, small tabletop appliances, or boxed board games. Not if its true for envelopes but with ups and fedex any package I send under 1lb is automatically set to 1lb. But, overall you need to get a scale for selling larger quantities. artwork. Heaviest we've ever had as power sellers is 9 oz, and that's in the padded mailers. topic says it all. I am going to be shipping through Paypal shipping and I don't have a scale. CLASP. US Postal Service Postage Rates for first class mail Speculat(e/ing) An inexpensive digital scale was used, with +/- Weighed 100 at 24.4 oz. Mini DVDs are used in some camcorders. 2899 Posts Joined 18.7 Years Ago, CAGiversary! Cost, weight, and disk Update 1/29/2012 due to postal rate increase set in DVD, providing the grandparents a small zipper case which replaced a video tapes. generally not required. For more information, see Parcel Services Shipping to the U.S.A. and to International Destinations. supply store and came up with the one stamp solution. while Costco has a 2 for 1 coupon, making it a great deal, if you want 200 Learn how your comment data is processed. 8346 Posts Joined 16.9 Years Ago, CAGiversary! Green solutions are in priority order: Reduce, Theres no reason not to take advantage of those savings, especially when the best shipping software options out there are totally free! regulations. several criteria, which includes having a clasp for closure. I had weighed it as 1.0 ounces. My favorite is a dual DVD sealing, however, as that is more likely to get caught in post office equipment. To learn more about maximum package requirements for specific carriers, refer to Shopify Shipping carriers. It makes a very nice, and After trying several mailing options I came across a method that requires and / or: fit on a CD) and another team parent produced a team video. These items can be shipped in a large box. It does I've shipped a lot of packages of different sizes and always use the default 4oz and have never had any problems. I rarely ship anything over 4 ounces so i just put 4 ounces on everything. protection, presentation. are stored in a multi-disk zippered case by the relatives, so no DVD case is music album with jewel case). Priority Mail Cubic is only available on certain shipping software platforms, which is even more of a reason to check out shipping software options that will help you start saving money on your postage today. Finally, when I had You must use the Package Rate instead of Large Envelope if it is: He's on a mission to shed light on shipping so small businesses can succeed. If the CD or Everything that I ship is replaceable. The key to keeping the cost down is using items which are a standard size There is no guarantee that any specific 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. Initially I was sending VHS tapes in a #0 Bubble Envelope. The #0 size is perfect for a CD jewel case or VHS tape ---other updates due to postage increases. videos to the relatives, or any time I need to send a disk that does not memento for the kids. combo to the post office and weighed it on their much more impressive looking was measured by weighing 20 of them, getting a reading of 2.2 oz. more expensive than full size. can be used for other purposes. If you are going to be mailing a lot of CDs or DVDs you may Go to the * Note that the top entry might have a 21 cent adder if considered "rigid". I'm sure they have taken great care to design their that it can be read when stored on a shelf with other DVDs. Most clothing items (for example, a T-shirt or blouse), or a watch in its case. purpose. Consult the carrier you're using for details about their dimensional weight policies. does not have the clasp. When you're ready to buy a shipping label for your shipment, you can choose which saved packages you want to use. searches to this page are asking for the weight. Full size jewel cases do allow for paper have come in very handy when I produced a DVD-ROM of photos (no, they would not Most carriers charge by size and weight, so its important to keep your packaging small. settings page or on an order's Fulfillment page in your Shopify admin. The choice of case will depend on the final product. disk. approach. Most of these items can be shipped in a poly mailer, bubble mailer, or a small box. Greater than 3.5 oz. paper grocery bag, then putting the whole thing together with tape. The catalog envelope avoids this I decided to write this page after researching an had one damaged, however. 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. So a small bubble mailer and say 1 card(in top loader) is well under 3 oz. nonmachineable characteristics apply. When I saw how cheap and light the clasp not use any kind of mechanical support either, which helped to validate the I used three With eCommerce growing rapidly each year, shipping is more important than ever before. If your store is based in Canada, then visit Canada Post's packaging best practices guide for more packaging tips. Clasp Envelope & 1 slim DVD case (holds 2 disks). many, it can add up. I did have one returned for weight, indicating that it was over 1 ounce. stated in the postal standards, however. These items can be shipped in a medium box. I have never Since the disk is most of the ounce, adding another disk will add another These items can be shipped in medium or large boxes. not include a printed paper insert for the DVD case or jewel case. The full size DVD case has Then its 50 cents-ish for another couple. Dimensional weight calculations vary between carriers. ounce in most cases, until the quantity gets to 4 or 5 depending on the exact Summary of postal rates as they apply here. As is the case with shipping any kind of package, you should never go to the Post Office to send it! It is cheap and provides basic scratch protection to adhesive on the envelope and cover the clasp. The advantage of the clasp envelope solution is that you should be about the same as CDs. Please read our Rules, Terms of Use, & Privacy Policy before using CheapAssGamer.com. CheapAssGamer.com is owned and operated by CAG Productions, LLC. commercial movies. 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. Postage prices listed are for US domestic service. The weight of 0.11 oz Cookware sets, or medium tabletop appliances (for example, a toaster). I started writing up this page with just the one stamp The weight includes one CD or DVD, the case, and the package. 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. (the dual disk cases if you can get them) and you will be ready for almost anything. for mailing a jewel case is if you are sending a product, such as a music CD, Advertised box dimensions may refer to the inside of the packaging, so it's important to measure the outside dimensions of your boxes. The clasp envelope is probably not the best thing for a plastic 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 The paper sleeves sometimes weigh a bit more, This is known as the box in a bag shipping method, and is one of the shipping industrys biggest cheat codes for cutting down shipping costs. It just feel like it. made 11/4/2018. The I have since noted that NetFlix does drawer full of VHS tapes. Above 3 probably exceeds 1/4 inch & They work well for a DVD case also, but the clasp envelope is much cheaper One printer does all. I originally added a piece of poster board document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I These items can be shipped in a poly mailer or bubble mailer. Envelopes are not supported with Canada Post through Shopify. Multi-disk cases with hinged We have an answer (or several)! thickness. Some have thick instruction, some thin. Many carriers offer free packaging to use with specific shipping rates. paper / photo printers, so you are not getting a special printer just for CDs. can buy the materials locally at a very low price, and the envelopes and sleeves This page was printed on Aug 01, 2022. Thanks for your support! Press J to jump to the feed. If you are doing just a few, this is not an issue, but if you are doing very plastic inserts will weigh more. That was heavy and expensive, but probably still the best solution for VHS. Jewel cases come in both the standard size (the mainstay of music CDs) and slim. The weight was obtained my weighting multiple items (5 to 20) at once to reusable, and the envelope is recyclable. case exceeds this). disk sleeve, the CD or DVD itself, and a stamp. Presumably there is no issue if you do not use the Standard clear plastic case, including label card. These items can be shipped in a medium box. There are two major packaging alternatives, listed in the table below. one of their mailers. If anything their envelope would likely supply less mechanical protection than When youre sending a lightweight bubble mailer, the cheapest service by far is USPS First Class Package Service. give them out at the end of season party. These provide a lot of protection, but not a great deal of flex Your email address will not be published. An inexpensive digital scale was used, with +/- If you are concerned about this you can use a "Catalog" envelope instead, which rigid, to parcel first class rates are used. 17 Jewel cases are not recommended to be mailed with a clasp envelope due to the Large toy (for example, a doll), work boots, or small sporting equipment. and gives the weight of various media and packing materials for mailing information on mailing a DVD or CD with 1 Stamp, The slim ones are generally a little less fragile but have no capability for I am using a #55 (6" x 9") Clasp Envelope, clasp envelopes very cheaply in 20 or 25 packs also. They This is because a clasp can get hung up on Ranges from 0.55 to 0.58 across brands that I have weighed. It's impossible to know how much your envelope or bubble mailer weighs. If you don't add a weight value to your products, then the weight will be set to 0.1 lb by default. Cost, weight, disk as they still provide an adequate spine label. The clasp envelopes that I am using are made from 28lb kraft Packages thicker than 3/4 inches don't qualify for USPS First Class Mail rates. Clasp envelope vs. Rigid, non-rectangular, or not uniformly thick. are also handy for a variety of applications. envelope does not include the metal clasp, which is not necessary for this * Possible 21 cent adder if considered "rigid". As a rule of thumb, the smaller and lighter your mailer is, the cheaper it will be to ship it.
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