4 • Envelopes
Table 4-2
Envelope Materials Reference
Source
Minimum Requirements
Envelope
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Printer
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4-12
Use only #10 size
(4-1/8 x 9-1/2").
Dimensions from
envelope to envelope
should not vary more
than ± 1/16".
24-28 lb. bond basis
weight
Guidelines for curl:
» 1/4" curl maximum
on any one corner
» 3/8" combined curl
maximum for entire
envelope
» 1/8" curl maximum
on flap
Guidelines for
window:
» 1-1/8" high
» 4-1/2" wide
» 7/8" from left edge
of envelope
» 5/8" from bottom
edge of envelope
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Performance Tips
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Avoid weights less
than 24 lb. bond.
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Web-fed preferred
over die-cut.
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Side seam better than
diagonal seam.
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Side seam preferred
over executive or
commercial.
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Avoid recycled
materials.
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Window envelopes
may be used, but any
window material must
be secured with no
loose edges.
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Do not use open-
faced window
envelopes.
Mail Materials Reference Guide