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Corrugated Flute Types Explained
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Corrugated Flute Types
Corrugated board combines liners with a fluted medium. Flute profile affects thickness, compression, cushioning and print surface.
PRACTICAL GUIDE
What to know before you specify it.
E flute is relatively fine and is often used where a compact profile and better graphics are desired. B and C flutes provide different combinations of cushioning and stacking strength. Multi-wall boards combine flutes for higher performance. Final selection should be based on product weight, box dimensions, stacking, transport and storage.
USE IT IN A REAL JOB
A guide is not a substitute for the production specification.
The final choice depends on size, quantity, artwork, substrate, end use, finishing, budget and delivery timeline.