Reverse tuck end carton

Like the straight tuck end carton, but the lower tuck flap is attached to the back; the flaps tuck in from opposite sides.

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Dimensions and limits

Default dimensions of the template and the permitted range in mm.

Dimension	Default	Range
Length	55 mm	20–200 mm
Width	55 mm	20–200 mm
Height	125 mm	20–200 mm

Parameters of this construction

18 parameters with default value and limits, adjustable in the editor.

Parameter	Default	Range	Note
Glue flap`glueFlap`	15 mm	8–25 mm	Width of the glue flap used to glue the blank into a tube. The material requires a minimum width.
Glue flap angle`glueFlapAngle`	12°	0–20°	Bevel at the ends of the glue flap; facilitates folding and erection.
Tuck depth`tuckDepth`	15 mm	10–30 mm	How far the tuck flap reaches into the box; at most approximately half the width (the height for the mailer).
Tuck flap radius`tuckRadius`	4 mm	0–10 mm	Corner radius of the tuck flap; limited by half the flap width or tuck depth.
Tuck flap shoulder`tuckShoulder`	3 mm	2–6 mm	Side inset of the tuck flap relative to the lid, allowing easy insertion.
Dust flap length (ratio)`dustFlapRatio`	80 %	50–95 %	Dust flap length as a ratio of the available length.
Dust flap angle`dustFlapAngle`	20°	0–45°	Bevel of the dust flaps (also the ears on the mailer); larger angles prevent collisions during folding.
Dust flap relief`dustFlapRelief`Expert	2 mm	1–5 mm	Distance between dust flap and lid along the crease; at least the material thickness. The machine requires a minimum slot width.
Lock slit`lockSlit`	off	on / off	Adds tabs to the tuck flap and matching slots at the crease; the flap locks into place.
Lock tab width`lockTabWidth`	12 mm	5–30 mm	Width of a locking tab.
Lock tab depth`lockTabDepth`	3 mm	2–6 mm	How far a locking tab protrudes; at least material thickness plus clearance.
Slit length`slitLength`	14 mm	7–40 mm	Length of the locking slots; at least as long as the tab is wide.
Slit width`slitWidth`Expert	0 mm	0–3 mm	Width of the slots or incisions; 0 = blade cut. The machine requires a minimum slot width.
Hang hole`hangHole`	none	none · euro · round · slot	Hole for hanging on a retail shelf: Euro slot (elongated slot with a round hole above), round hole, or slot. On cartons and the gift card holder, it is centered in a header above the top edge.
Hole width`hangHoleWidth`	30 mm	10–60 mm	Width of the elongated slot in the Euro slot and slot options.
Slot height`hangHoleHeight`	5 mm	2–10 mm	Height of the elongated slot in the Euro slot and slot options; the ends are semicircular.
Hole diameter`hangHoleDiameter`	10 mm	3–20 mm	Diameter of the round hole or circle above the elongated slot in the Euro slot; larger than slot height for the Euro slot.
Header height`hangTabHeight`	25 mm	15–60 mm	Height of the header above the top edge; the hole sits at its center and maintains at least a 3 mm bridge to all edges.

Assembly

Pre-break the blank along all creases. Glue the glue flap to the inside of the opposite wall and flatten the carton. Erect for filling, fold in the dust flaps, and insert the tuck flaps from the front and back.

Grain direction

Grain direction parallel to the height: wall creases run along the grain direction and fold cleanly (check with the test print shop).

Reference note

ECMA family, unconfirmed

Labels such as “similar to FEFCO” or “ECMA family, unconfirmed” are for orientation only. The templates are our own constructions; an assignment to a standard code is unconfirmed and not a trademark claim.

Frequently asked questions about this template

Where is the lower tuck flap attached?

It is attached to the back; the upper one remains at the front. The closures therefore tuck in from opposite walls. For artwork, inspect the bottom panel and its reading orientation on the erected sample. A printed design for the straight variant therefore cannot be transferred to the reverse arrangement without checking.

When do I need the dust flap relief cut?

V2 and V3 include dustFlapRelief. This clearance separates the dust flap and lid along the crease and must suit material thickness and the machine minimum. Do not reduce it solely to pack the outline more tightly. Check the relief cut during pre-breaking and folding in the lower flaps with the final board.

Is the hanging hole always present?

No. Version 3 starts with hangHole=none. Only a different selection creates the header at the back and the corresponding cutout. Width, height, or diameter depend on hole shape. Check the remaining webs and actual hanging on the sample; the export confirms no load capacity.

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