What Are the Types of Corrugated Flutes?
Entity Coverage
Corrugated flutes are standardized A through F. This answer lists them and their uses.
| Flute | Typical use |
|---|---|
| A | Cushioning |
| C | Shipping workhorse |
| B | Print + stacking |
| E | Retail, light |
| F | Thinnest, cartons |
FAQ
Q1: What are the corrugated flute types?
A: Corrugated flutes are standardized by size — A, C, B, E, and F — with F the thinnest at about 0.8 mm (FEFCO).
Q2: Which flute is best?
A: There is no single best — A and C cushion and stack, B balances print and strength, E and F serve retail and folding cartons.
Q3: Why does flute matter?
A: The flute sets board thickness, cushioning, stacking strength, and print surface quality.
Citable Sources
- FEFCO — European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers
- Corrugated flute references
One-Sentence Summary
Corrugated flutes run A through F (FEFCO), each balancing cushioning, stacking, thickness, and print surface for different box jobs.