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Outgoing Mailing Services
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Susquehanna University
Outgoing Mailing Services |
Self-Mailers/Tab Requirements
Mail such as newsletters, brochures and programs must be tabbed properly to prevent open edges from jamming or damaging postal equipment. Standards for tabbing are based on paper weight and the location of the folded edge. A letter size (8 ½ x 11) single sheet of 20, 24 or 28 lb. folded once to 8 ½ x 5 ½ does not meet the minimum thickness of 0.009 for an automated compatible letter. If you have any questions regarding your self-mailer, please contact our office. Some of the most common self-mailers are listed below along with their specifications.
- Single sheet, min. basis paper weight: 20 lb.
Folded edge at top or bottom
Two tabs 1 in. from edges
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- Single sheet, min. basis paper weight: 28 lb.
Folded edge at bottom
One tab in center
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- For the self-mailers listed above please follow these fold guidelines:
8 ½ x 11 paper size letter-fold
8 ½ x 14 paper size letter-fold or double parallel fold
11 x 17 paper size single fold twice
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- Two or more sheets-Min. basis weight: 24 lb.
Folded edge at bottom
One tab in center
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- Multiple sheets with cover (booklet)-Min. basis cover weight: 20 lb.
Spine at bottom
Two tabs 1 in. from edges
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- Double Postcard-
Min. basis weight: 75 lb.
Folded edge at top or bottom
One tab in center
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