Custom Mailer Tubes
Custom mailer tubes are the definitive packaging format for rolled documents, posters, architectural drawings, artwork prints, and textiles that can't be folded. Rigid cardboard construction, secure end-cap closure, and full-colour exterior printing available. Built to protect the contents and promote your brand on every delivery.
- Rigid cardboard tube — resists compression and bending
- Secure plug-and-cap end closures
- Full-colour custom printing available
- Multiple diameter and length options
- Wholesale pricing, no minimum order
Shipping flat artwork or canvas? Our corrugated mailer boxes offer an alternative for unrolled flat pieces.
- Fast deliveryShips in 4–6 working days
- Free design supportDieline + 3D mockup included
- Secure paymentEncrypted checkout
- Eco-friendly stockRecyclable & biodegradable
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custom mailer tubes.
Tell us your size and quantity. You'll get transparent pricing, a free dieline and a 3D mockup — usually the same day. No commitment.
- Custom sizes & wholesale pricing
- Free dieline + 3D mockup
- Reply within 24 hours
| Box style | Self-locking mailer box (Roll End Tuck Front — RETF) |
|---|---|
| Material options | Kraft corrugated, white corrugated, E-flute, B-flute, rigid stock (premium) |
| Flute types | E-flute (1.5mm), B-flute (3mm), custom flute on request |
| Stock thickness | 16pt – 28pt (depending on material selection) |
| Printing options | Offset printing, digital printing, flexographic printing |
| Color options | CMYK (4-color process), Pantone (PMS), inside & outside printing available |
| Finishing options | Matte lamination, gloss lamination, soft-touch lamination, AQ coating |
| Add-ons | Spot UV, foil stamping (gold/silver), embossing, debossing, custom inserts |
| Sizes | Custom sizes available (length × width × depth) |
| Minimum order qty | Low MOQ available — start at 50 units |
| Turnaround time | 4–6 business days (rush available) |
| Shipping | Flat-packed, free shipping available across the USA |
| Eco-friendly | Recyclable & biodegradable options available |
Custom mailer tubes are the definitive packaging format for rolled documents, posters, architectural drawings, artwork prints, and textiles that can't be folded. Rigid cardboard construction, secure end-cap closure, and full-colour exterior printing available. Built to protect the contents and promote your brand on every delivery.
- Rigid cardboard tube — resists compression and bending
- Secure plug-and-cap end closures
- Full-colour custom printing available
- Multiple diameter and length options
- Wholesale pricing, no minimum order
Shipping flat artwork or canvas? Our corrugated mailer boxes offer an alternative for unrolled flat pieces.
Some Things Can’t Be Folded — They Need a Tube
Posters, fine art prints, architectural drawings, diplomas, yoga mats, fabric rolls, and wall art prints have one thing in common: folding them damages them. They’re items that must be rolled for shipping — and rolling requires a tube that prevents crushing, prevents bending, and keeps the roll’s interior cavity protected from ambient pressure that would create a flat spot in the material.
At The Mailer Boxes, our custom mailer tubes are manufactured from rigid wound cardboard with wall thicknesses specified for the outer diameter and product weight. We produce tubes for everything from lightweight art prints in 50mm diameter tubes to heavy architectural drawings in 100mm+ formats.
Anatomy of a Custom Mailer Tube
The Tube Body
Spiral-wound cardboard layers create a rigid cylindrical body. The wall thickness determines crush resistance — we spec wall thickness based on your tube’s outer diameter and the product’s sensitivity to side pressure. Larger diameter tubes need thicker walls to maintain their circular cross-section under compression.
End Caps and Closures
The most common closure is a plastic or cardboard friction plug that seats inside the tube end and provides a watertight mechanical closure. For more secure applications (international shipping, high-value content), threaded caps provide a positive lock. For retail applications, a disc cap with tear strip provides a tamper-evident feature.
Exterior Print Surface
Custom mailer tubes are printed using label wraps or direct digital print on the outer surface. Label wraps allow any full-colour design to be applied to the tube exterior. Direct digital print is more economical for simple designs. Both options deliver professional branded presentation.
Applications for Custom Mailer Tubes
- Art print retailers — protect prints from crease and moisture during postal delivery
- Poster and merchandise brands — branded tubes that match product visual identity
- Architects and engineers — document tubes for drawing sets and planning submissions
- Diploma and certificate providers — presentation tubes for important documents
- Yoga and fitness brands — mat packaging that ships flat to the consumer
- Textile and fabric retailers — fabric rolls shipped without damage or wrinkling
- Wallpaper brands — rolls protected in transit from the warehouse to the customer’s home
Frequently Asked Questions
What diameters and lengths are available?
Standard diameters range from 50mm to 150mm. Lengths from 30cm to 120cm. Custom dimensions are available. Share your roll diameter and length and we’ll confirm the appropriate tube specification.
Are mailer tubes waterproof?
Standard cardboard tubes are not waterproof — moisture weakens the wound layers. For applications requiring moisture protection (maritime shipping, outdoor delivery), we offer plastic inner liners or moisture-resistant board variants. Discuss your specific environment with our team.
Can I get tubes with a branded exterior design?
Yes. Full-coverage label wraps allow any print design to be applied to the tube exterior. For complex designs with photography or illustration, label wrap produces the best result. For simple logo and text applications, direct digital printing is more economical.
Roll It. Protect It. Brand It.
Every rolled item deserves a tube worthy of its destination. Request a quote for custom mailer tubes today.
Why Custom Mailer Tubes work.
Made-to-measure
Cut to your exact product dimensions — no void fill, no wasted space, no extra dim weight.
Edge-to-edge branding
Full-color CMYK or Pantone print, inside and out, so every surface carries your brand.
Ship-tested strength
Corrugated and double-wall options that survive the courier network and protect what's inside.
Tape-free assembly
Self-locking design pops open and closes fast — speeding up your packing station.
Eco by default
Recyclable, biodegradable stock and soy-based inks customers feel good about.
Low MOQ, real wholesale
Order from 50 units to test, scale to 50,000+ with volume pricing at every tier.
Customization options
Mix and match material, print and finish to hit your exact balance of protection, presentation and price.
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What brands say
"The print quality is unreal and the fit around our product is perfect. Our unboxing posts doubled."
"Low minimum let us test, and the design team caught issues before print. Reordered at 5,000."
"Boxes arrived early, flat-packed and flawless. Free shipping made the math easy. Highly recommend."
