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5.5 × 8.5 in labels
5.5 × 8.5 inches is half a letter page, portrait, and works as a large panel label for bags, boxes and binders that need real paragraphs of text. Where it fits best: a laptop lid (11 × 7.5 in), plus a 2 lb stand-up pouch front (6.75 × 9.5 in). Layout budget: about 59 lines of roughly 90 characters at 8 pt; with a full-size UPC-A barcode the rest of the face stays usable.
- Half-letter label
- Rectangle
- 5.5 × 8.5 in
- 139.7 × 215.9 mm
- 46.75 sq in
100 pcs from $163.49; $45.00 once for setup
Prices by quantity
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $169.54 | $1.695 | $163.49 |
| 250 | $220.13 | $0.881 | $212.27 |
| 500 | $303.40 | $0.607 | $292.56 |
| 1,000 | $465.86 | $0.466 | $449.22 |
| 2,500 | $921.62 | $0.369 | $888.71 |
| 5,000 | $1,536.23 | $0.307 | $1,481.37 |
Prices in CAD excl. tax; artwork setup $45.00 once.
5.5 × 8.5 in labels: typical jobs
Half-page panels
A 5.5 × 8.5 in label holds real paragraphs: instructions, menus or a full product story on a box or binder.
Laptop lid label
Leaves 1 in at the sides and 1.25 in top and bottom on an 11 × 7.5 in surface.
Box-top graphics
Brand a plain mailer box lid; artwork at 1688 × 2588 px.
Equipment and asset panels
Large instructions or a wiring diagram – 47 lines at 10 pt across 72 characters.
Artwork checklist
Design to 1688 × 2588 px at 300 dpi, keep important type inside 5.375 × 8.375 in, and use 8 pt as the smallest size. Large flat colour shows dust and fingerprints during application – a light texture or white background hides it.
Panels should be at least 5.75 × 8.75 in. Wrapping the 5.5 in side? Containers of about 1.83 in diameter and up work.
5.5 × 8.5 in is 4% larger in area than 9 × 5 in – 8 × 6 in is 3% bigger still. 8 × 6 in adds around $0.02 to a 1,000-label order.
What 5.5 × 8.5 in labels can be printed on
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Core and roll options
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 1,500 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 390 labels |
Single lane, 3 mm spacing, approximate
Your 5.5 × 8.5 in questions answered
What is 5.5 × 8.5 in in millimetres?
5.5 × 8.5 in = 140 × 216 mm (13.97 × 21.59 cm). You can also enter centimetres directly in the quote builder.
How are 5.5 × 8.5 in labels priced?
The live engine quotes $169.54 for the minimum run of 100, then $465.86 at 1,000 – about $0.466 per piece – before the $45.00 setup.
Do 5.5 × 8.5 in labels work in a label dispenser?
Yes. Ask for a 3″ core for table-top dispensers (about 1,500 a roll) or a 1″ core for handheld ones (about 390).
What size should my artwork be for 5.5 × 8.5 in labels?
5.625 × 8.625 in with bleed, which is 1,688 × 2,588 px at 300 dpi. Keep words 1/16″ inside the edge.
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