ECMA A20.20.03.01 / FEFCO 0215 1:1 DXF · SVG · PDF Default Spec: 80 × 50 × 140 mm (T=0.5mm)

ECMA Reverse & Straight Tuck End Folding Carton Dieline Generator

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ECMA Reverse & Straight Tuck End Folding Carton Dieline Generator

1CAD Style & Material SetupPackaging

Select CAD Style / Model (36)Search & Filter

Material Stock Preset (Auto-Sets Caliper T & Kerf K)

Display Units

Reference Mode

2Dimensions (ID Mode)Millimeters (mm)

Internal Length (L)80 mm

Internal Width (W)50 mm

Internal Height / Flange (H)140 mm

Inside ID: 80×50×140mmOutside OD: 81×51×141mm

Thickness (T mm)

Laser Kerf (K mm)

3Brand Logo & 1:1 ExportZero Login

2D & 3D Brand Logo Mockup:

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Print Artwork Bleed Guide:

Embed Spec Sheet & 50mm / 1" Scale Bars (Added on separate DIMENSIONS layer)

Pre-Flight Geometry Audit8/8 PASSED

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Closed Outer Contours: 1 closed LWPOLYLINE cut loop(s) verified
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Zero Duplicate Cut Paths: 28 unique segments (0 laser double-burns)
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Flute & Kerf Tolerance Guard: T=0.50mm, K=0.000mm within structural limits
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ISO Layer Color Separation: CUT (Red), CREASE (Blue), SCORE (Emerald), DIMENSIONS isolated
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1:1 Physical Unit Header: Explicit mm/in SVG viewBox + DXF $INSUNITS=4 + 50mm PDF bar
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Exact 2D Cut Bounding Parity: Cut Bounds 275×275mm === Blank Size
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2D ↔ 3D Kinematic Model Sync: Archetype 'tuck_end_carton' synced (5 3D component(s))
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True Vector Sheet Nesting Sync: 1:1 vector paths mapped to multi-up sheet grid

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CUT (1.34m) CREASE/SCORE (1.24m)● 1 Loops · Est. Cut: ~47s

1:1 Synced · Blank: 275 × 275 mm

2D 1:1 Unfolded Vector BlueprintBlank: 275 × 275 mm (10.83" × 10.83")

3D Interactive Fold & Orbit (Kraft Board)

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Camera:

Yaw: -28°Pitch: 24°

⟳ Drag Anywhere to Rotate 3DL=80 × W=50 × H=140mm

FRONT(80×140)

BOT TUCK

SIDE (50)

BACK

TOP TUCK LID

SIDE

Flat Blank Size

275.0 × 275.0 mm

Glue Flap Width

15.0 mm

Dust Flap Relief

1.25 mm

ECMA Code

ECMA A20.20.03.01

Structural & Manufacturing Specification Summary

Quick Default Download: ↓ .DXF ↓ .SVG ↓ .PDF

The ECMA A20.20.03.01 Reverse Tuck End (RTE) and Straight Tuck End (STE) folding carton is the universal paperboard packaging structure used for cosmetics, dropper bottles, pharmaceuticals, playing cards, and retail consumer goods. Constructed from four alternating body panels (L, W, L, W) joined by a 15-degree tapered side glue flap, the carton closes at the top and bottom via hinged tuck flaps flanked by notched dust flaps. Our parametric generator calculates exact dust-flap shoulder relief notches (1.5T) and friction-lock tuck ears so the lid closes flush without springing open on retail shelves.

CUT LAYER #EF4444 (ACI 1)

CREASE / BEND #2563EB (ACI 5)

SCALE HEADER $INSUNITS=4 (1:1 mm)

SIMULATION 2D + 3D + Nesting

Pre-Calibrated Industry Sizes (5)

Standard Product Presets Built on This Tuck End Folding Carton Engine

65 × 19 × 91 mm (T=0.4mm)

Poker Deck Tuck Box (54 Cards)

63.5 mm x 88.9 mm x 17.5 mm (2.5" x 3.5" Standard 54-Card Poker Deck on 310gsm Casino Stock)

Load Preset Spec →

38 × 38 × 108 mm (T=0.5mm)

30ml Serum Dropper Box

33.0 mm Diameter x 104.5 mm Height (Standard 30ml / 1 oz Euro Glass Dropper Bottle with Rubber Pipette)

Load Preset Spec →

56 × 36 × 118 mm (T=0.55mm)

50ml Perfume Bottle Carton

52.0 mm x 32.0 mm x 114.0 mm (Standard 50ml Crimp-Neck Spray Flacon with Overcap)

Load Preset Spec →

88 × 30 × 62 mm (T=0.5mm)

Handmade Soap Bar Carton

85 mm x 27 mm x 58 mm (Standard 4.5 oz / 130g Cold-Process Artisan Soap Loaf Slice)

Load Preset Spec →

95 × 32 × 175 mm (T=0.5mm)

Smartphone / Tech Retail Box

Fits 6.1"–6.7" Smartphones, Protective Cases, or USB-C Power Banks (up to 88×26×168mm)

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Structural Geometry & Allowances

Mathematical Blank & Tolerance Formulas

Total Flat Blank Width (W_blank)

W_blank = W_glue_flap + 2(L) + 2(W) + 3(T)

Combines the tapered side glue flap (15-25mm), two front/back panels (L), two side panels (W), and three vertical score line allowances.

Total Flat Blank Height (H_blank)

H_blank = H + 2(W - 0.5T) + 2(L_tuck_flap)

Sums the vertical carton height (H), top and bottom closure panels (W minus crease clearance), and top/bottom friction tuck flaps.

Dust Flap Relief Inset (Delta_dust)

Delta_dust = 1.5 * T + 0.5 mm

Prevents the dust flap crease shoulder from colliding with the main closure panel during 90-degree folding.

Pre-Press & Production SOP

Step-by-Step Export & Assembly Guide

1 Input your product's Width (front face L), Depth (side gusset W), and Height (H), plus paperboard caliper thickness (typically 0.4mm to 0.6mm for retail cartons).
2 Verify the flat blank layout in the 2D blueprint and check the 3D folded carton preview.
3 Download the 1:1 .SVG or .PDF to place your packaging graphics in Adobe Illustrator (remember to add a 3mm outer bleed around the RED cut line).
4 Apply adhesive along the tapered side Glue Flap, fold the carton flat along the 2nd and 4th crease lines to bond the tube, then pop open and tuck the bottom and top flaps.

Board Caliper, Laser & Die-Cutting Reference

Material Thickness, Creasing Matrix & Laser Kerf Settings

Material / Sheet Stock	Caliper Thickness (T)	Recommended Tooling / Laser Setup	Allowance / Kerf Spec	Primary Use Case
Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS C1S/C2S 300gsm)	0.40 mm (16 pt)	2pt Creasing Rule + 0.4x1.5mm Matrix	Glue Flap: 15mm / Relief: 0.8mm	Perfume boxes, pharmaceutical cartons, playing card decks
Folding Boxboard (FBB / GC1 350gsm)	0.50 mm (20 pt)	2pt Creasing Rule + 0.5x1.7mm Matrix	Glue Flap: 18mm / Relief: 1.0mm	Skincare serums, tea & coffee boxes, retail supplements
Uncoated Brown Kraft Board (400gsm)	0.55 mm (22 pt)	2pt Creasing Rule + 0.6x1.9mm Matrix	Glue Flap: 18mm / Relief: 1.1mm	Artisan soap bars, organic candles, eco-friendly cosmetics
E-Flute Litho-Laminated Board	1.50 mm	2pt Creasing Rule + 1.5x4.0mm Matrix	Glue Flap: 25mm / Relief: 2.5mm	Heavy glass bottles, electronics accessories, hardware parts

Packaging & CNC Engineering FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Tuck End Folding Carton

What is the difference between Reverse Tuck End (RTE) and Straight Tuck End (STE) boxes?

In a Reverse Tuck End (RTE) box, the top closure panel hinges from the back wall while the bottom closure panel hinges from the front wall, allowing multiple cartons to nest tightly on a printing sheet to save 8-12% paperboard waste. In a Straight Tuck End (STE) box, both flaps hinge from the back wall so no raw cut edge is visible on the front face.

Which grain direction should I use when printing a folding carton dieline?

Paperboard grain direction should always run horizontally (parallel to the main horizontal top/bottom crease lines and perpendicular to the vertical body panels). Horizontal grain increases side-wall compression strength by up to 35% and prevents the lid flap from bowing open.

How wide should the glue flap be on a cosmetic folding carton?

For small cartons (under 60mm wide), a 12mm to 15mm glue flap is standard. For medium to large retail cartons, 15mm to 22mm is required by high-speed folder-gluer machines.

How much clearance should I add around a glass bottle or deck of cards?

For rigid items like playing cards or blister packs, add +1.5mm to Length and Width and +2.0mm to Height. For cylindrical glass dropper bottles, measure the maximum diameter with a caliper and add +2.0mm per axis.

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