Use this free packaging dieline generator to create a practical starting template for a folding carton. Enter your box dimensions, review the panel layout and download the result before you begin artwork. The tool is designed for early planning, client approvals and clear conversations with printers and packaging suppliers.
Packaging dielines by industry
Shipping Box Dieline Generator
Shipping and industrial packaging is driven by load, stacking and handling more than shelf appearance. Regular slotted cases, overlap boxes, lock-bottom cases, folders and partitions all solve different transport problems and respond differently to flute direction and compression.
Select a structure based on product weight, pallet pattern, distribution method and whether the box is packed manually or by machine. The generator creates the flat geometry, while board grade, edge crush, burst strength, joint method and transit performance should be engineered and tested for the real supply chain.
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Before approving the dieline
What to consider for shipping & industrial packaging
The generator handles repeatable flat geometry. Material behavior, product fit, finishing, packing method and market-specific requirements still need a real prototype and production review.
- Choose the corrugated grade from actual load and distribution requirements, not only the box dimensions.
- Use overlap closures when extra top or bottom reinforcement is beneficial.
- Use partitions or inserts to reduce product-to-product movement inside a larger case.
- Test compression, stacking, palletization and handling before approving a production shipping box.
Common questions
Shipping & Industrial dieline FAQ
Can the generator create corrugated shipping box dielines?
Yes. It includes slotted, overlap, folder and lock-bottom structures that can be generated from custom dimensions and corrugated caliper presets.
Which shipping box structure is the most common?
A regular slotted shipping case is a common general-purpose starting point, but product weight, protection and packing method may justify overlap, folder or lock-bottom alternatives.
Does the generator calculate box compression strength?
No. Compression strength depends on board construction, flute, humidity, print coverage, handling and many other factors that require packaging engineering and testing.
A shorter path to artwork
Structure first. Dimensions second. Production review always.
The generator keeps selection separate from technical setup, so every job begins with the correct construction.
- 01Choose
Start from a real packaging construction, not a decorative sketch.
- 02Configure
Set finished size, material caliper, dimension basis, and allowances.
- 03Download
Export the same normalized geometry as PDF, SVG, DXF, or Illustrator-compatible PDF.
Simple plans
Start free. Go Pro when packaging work grows.
Preview every enabled structure at no cost. Choose the download allowance that fits your workload.
Free
0forever
For exploring structures and occasional packaging projects.
- Unlimited vector previews
- Free structures selected by Tanur
- 3 downloads each month
- PDF, SVG, DXF, and Illustrator-compatible PDF
Free account required only when downloading.
Pro
—prepaid access
Prepaid Pro membership for designers and teams producing dielines regularly.
- Every enabled structure, including Pro structures
- Unlimited downloads
- All vector formats generated from one geometry
- Email-based access for approved customers
Pay once for the selected access term. Renew only when you choose.
Ready to begin?
Choose the carton structure. Let the engine handle the repeatable geometry.
Always confirm material, grain, tooling, and machine requirements with your packaging converter before production.
Set dimensions and inspect the dieline
Finished size: Length × Width × Height
Straight Tuck End
Overall flat size: calculating…
Preview is free
Dielines require final material, grain, tooling, and machine approval by your converter before production.
Editable production vectors
Download your dieline
Every download is generated from the same original parametric geometry shown in the preview and preserves real physical dimensions.
Your preview and settings are ready. Sign in or register, then return to download the vector files.
A multi-format download counts as one dieline against your plan.
How to use the packaging dieline generator
Start with the finished internal dimensions supplied by your product or manufacturer. Measure width, depth and height in the same unit, then generate the layout and check that the main panels match the intended orientation. Download the template and place it on a locked layer in your design software so artwork stays aligned while you work.
- Confirm the product and box dimensions with your supplier.
- Generate and review the panel arrangement before designing.
- Ask the printer to approve the final production dieline.
Why an accurate dieline matters
A dieline maps the cuts, folds, glue areas and printable panels that turn flat material into a finished package. Small dimensional errors can move a logo across a fold, hide required information or leave artwork inside a glue flap. Always keep important text and marks away from cut and crease lines, extend backgrounds into the printer’s bleed area and request a physical proof when color or fit is critical. This generator provides a planning template; your printer remains the final authority for material thickness, tolerances and machine requirements.
Move from template to production-ready packaging
If you need artwork built around an approved template, explore our product packaging and label design service. You can also read why professional packaging design is worth the investment for guidance on shelf impact, brand consistency and customer trust. These resources help you move from a rough structural plan to packaging that is clear, attractive and ready for supplier review.
About this tool
This resource was created by Arifur Rahman Tanu, an independent brand and graphic designer with 10+ years of experience and more than 500 completed projects for clients across 30+ countries. His work includes brand identity, product packaging, print campaigns and production-ready visual systems.
Need artwork built on this dieline?
The generator gives you a planning template. For real production, ask your printer/manufacturer to confirm the dieline, material, bleed, folds, glue areas, and barcode/claim rules. Tanur Graphics can then create packaging artwork, label systems, and product mockups from the approved structure.
- Packaging artwork and label design from $180.
- Beauty, food, supplement, ecommerce, and retail packaging supported.
- Best results come with product text, size, SKU count, printer specs, and deadline.