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8 × 4 in labels
In metric, 8 × 4 in is 203 × 102 mm; in everyday terms, a little larger than a paperback book cover. Measured against everyday packaging, it suits a wrap around the 12 oz can (8.15 in round) and a 6 × 9 in bubble mailer (6 × 9 in). That is space for about 27 lines of roughly 134 characters at 8 pt – enough for a full-size UPC-A barcode with a line or two above it. Searching for 4x8? That is this label rotated; the price is identical.
- Rectangle
- 8 × 4 in
- 203.2 × 101.6 mm
- 32 sq in
From $156.55 for 100 labels + $45.00 one-time setup
What it costs
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $162.35 | $1.624 | $156.55 |
| 250 | $202.12 | $0.808 | $194.90 |
| 500 | $267.55 | $0.535 | $258.00 |
| 1,000 | $395.24 | $0.395 | $381.13 |
| 2,500 | $753.35 | $0.301 | $726.45 |
| 5,000 | $1,234.72 | $0.247 | $1,190.62 |
CAD, matte white, pre-tax · +$45.00 setup/design
Popular uses for 8 × 4 in labels
Full wrap: 12 oz can
8 in around an 8.15 in body is a near-complete wrap; keep barcodes away from the 0.15 in seam.
6 × 9 in bubble mailer
Fills about 59% of a 6 × 9 in face, with 0.5 in and 1 in margins.
Pallet and tote labels
Contents, destination and a large barcode on 32 sq in.
Equipment and asset panels
Machine instructions: 21 lines of 107 characters at 10 pt.
Design notes
Design to 2438 × 1238 px at 300 dpi, keep important type inside 7.875 × 3.875 in, and use 8 pt as the smallest size. Wrapped jobs: nothing important within 0.5 in of the left and right ends, where the seam lands.
On flat packs allow 8.25 × 4.25 in. On round containers the 8 in side wraps a 2.63 in diameter or larger.
Compared with 7 × 4.5 in, 8 × 4 in has 2% more room, while the next step, 6.5 × 5 in, adds 2%. For 1,000 labels the step to 6.5 × 5 in is about $8.81.
Paper and film options for 8 × 4 in
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Roll capacity
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 3,100 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 830 labels |
Single lane, 3 mm spacing, approximate
Questions about this size
Will an 8 × 4 in label fit a 12 oz can?
In most cases. Common 12 oz cans measure near 2.6 in in diameter, so the circumference is 8.15 in, and the straight wall is about 4 in tall. This label (8 × 4 in) sits within that – still, check your supplier's drawing.
Is there a minimum order for 8 × 4 in labels?
Yes, 100 labels; that run is $162.35. At 1,000 you pay $395.24, near $0.395 apiece, and artwork setup adds $45.00 once.
Can I get 8 × 4 in labels on a 1 inch core?
Yes – roughly 830 max on 1″ (handheld dispensers), versus 3,100 on the standard 3″ core.
What size should my artwork be for 8 × 4 in labels?
8.125 × 4.125 in with bleed, which is 2,438 × 1,238 px at 300 dpi. Keep words 1/16″ inside the edge.
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