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6.5 × 3 in labels
In metric, 6.5 × 3 in is 165 × 76 mm; in everyday terms, a little larger than a banknote. Measured against everyday packaging, it suits a half-dozen cupcake box top (7.5 × 5 in) and the front of a 1 gallon paint can. For copy, count on about 19 lines of roughly 108 characters at 8 pt. A full-size UPC-A barcode also fits. Portrait or landscape, 6.5 × 3 and 3 × 6.5 are one product here.
- Rectangle
- 6.5 × 3 in
- 165.1 × 76.2 mm
- 19.5 sq in
100 pcs from $144.10; $45.00 once for setup
Price table
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $149.43 | $1.494 | $144.10 |
| 250 | $169.77 | $0.679 | $163.70 |
| 500 | $203.21 | $0.406 | $195.95 |
| 1,000 | $268.49 | $0.268 | $258.90 |
| 2,500 | $451.35 | $0.181 | $435.24 |
| 5,000 | $712.53 | $0.143 | $687.08 |
Prices in CAD excl. tax; artwork setup $45.00 once.
Popular uses for 6.5 × 3 in labels
On a half-dozen cupcake box top
Covers roughly 52% of that 7.5 × 5 in area – branded without hiding the pack.
Face label: 1 gallon paint can
A 6.6 in diameter leaves the 6.5 in face nearly flat to the eye, about 31% of the circumference.
Catering and tray labels
Tray lids: dish name plus 13 lines of allergen and heating info.
Bin and shelf signage
Product name in 36 pt plus details fits the 6.5 in width; 15 lines of body text at 10 pt.
Before you design
Work on a 1988 × 938 px file with a 6.375 × 2.875 in inner guide; below 8 pt, text blurs at arm's length. Print a 100% test and view it from 7.5 ft – if the name is not clear, enlarge it before adding details.
Leave room: 6.75 × 3.25 in of flat surface is ideal. If you wrap it, containers near 2.15 in across (with the 6.5 in side going around) leave a small seam gap.
Compared with 5.5 × 3.5 in, 6.5 × 3 in has 1% more room – the next step, 6 × 3.25 in, adds 0%.
Choose a material
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
6.5 × 3 in labels per roll
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 4,100 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 1,000 labels |
Rough count: single file with a 3 mm gap
Good to know
Is 6.5x3 the same as 3x6.5?
Same label, different orientation. 6.5 × 3 in rotated is 3 × 6.5 in; the price does not change, and the unwind direction you choose decides how it feeds off the roll.
What do 1,000 6.5 × 3 in labels cost?
1,000 cost $268.49 – $0.268 a label – while the smallest run (100) is $149.43. The $45.00 artwork setup is charged once.
How many rolls will my 6.5 × 3 in order come on?
Each 3″-core roll holds about 4,100 and each 1″-core roll about 1,000, so divide your quantity by that to estimate the number of rolls.
How do I set up 6.5 × 3 in label artwork?
Make the canvas 1,988 × 938 px (300 dpi) – that is 6.625 × 3.125 in including bleed – and keep text off the outer 1/16″.
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