cardboard tubes for shipping

2. Types & Size Guide
(a) Standard Poster Tubes
Poster tubes for shipping: 3"-4" diameter × 24"-36" length (fits most artwork)

Cardboard shipping tubes: Wall thickness 3mm-5mm for basic protection

(b) Heavy-Duty Tubes
Large cardboard tube: 6"-10" diameter × 48" length (maps, banners)

Big cardboard tubes: 8mm+ walls with crush-proof end caps

(c) Custom Solutions
Shipping tubes for posters: Tailored lengths for odd-sized items

Mailing tubes for posters: USPS-compliant designs

3. Critical Applications
Fine Art Transport: Gallery-grade tubes for shipping with acid-free liners

Architectural Plans: Cardboard tubes for shipping blueprints (ISO 22196 certified)

E-commerce Fulfillment: Tube shipping for posters, diplomas, textiles

Industrial Use: Big cardboard tubes for aerospace parts & film reels

Pro Tip: Use large cardboard tube sizes for rolled carpets – 40% cheaper than wooden crates.

4. 5-Step Packing Protocol
1.Select Size: Match item length to poster tube for shipping

2.Cushion Ends: Foam caps for shipping tubes for posters

3.Roll Tightly: Use archival tissue for artwork

4.Seal Securely: Waterproof tape (ASTM D3951 standard)

5.Label Clearly: “FRAGILE – DO NOT BEND” on mailing tubes for posters

5. Sustainability & Cost Savings
Recyclability: 100% recycled cardboard shipping tubes reduce waste vs plastic

ROI: Tube shipping costs 30% less than custom crating

Reusability: 68% of big cardboard tubes survive 5+ shipments (ISTA Lab Data)

Industry Innovations
Cardboard shipping tubes now feature:
✅ Weather-Resistant Coatings (for international tube shipping)
✅ Smart Tracking Labels (real-time monitoring)
✅ Collapsible Designs (storage-friendly large cardboard tube)