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Box Dieline Generator for Packaging Designers

Carton Maker is the box dieline generator. With 70+ box styles, multi-ups and AutoCAD/CorelDraw export, it removes repetitive designer work.

Tools

Powerful tools to enhance your packaging design workflow.

Export

Export

Export dielines in PDF and DXF formats for use in popular design software like AutoCAD, CorelDraw, and Adobe Illustrator.

Estimation

Estimation

Predicts sheet size and blade length for cutting and creasing. Helps minimize material waste and optimize production.

Notching Tool

Notching Tool

Notching Tool for laser cutting, which single or multiple break (auto calculated). Saves time and effort in manual notching.

Curve Smoothning

Curve Smoothning

The curves exported with CorelDraw are not always shown in the autobender machine. This tool converts your drawing to compatible formats.

Multiups Layout

Multiups Layout

This tool makes it easy to repeat a job to multiple designs with interlock support. Minimize paper waste and maximize efficiency.

3D Folding Preview

Real-time 3D folding preview to visualize how the box will look when assembled. Ensures accurate design before production.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Carton Maker?

Carton Maker is a packaging dieline generator that allows you to create accurate box dielines instantly by entering box dimensions. It is designed for box manufacturers and packaging professionals.

How do I generate a box dieline in Carton Maker?

You can generate a box dieline in real time by simply entering the box dimensions (length x width x height). The dieline updates instantly without any manual drawing.

Does Carton Maker support real-time dieline generation?

Yes, Carton Maker generates dielines in real time as soon as you modify the box dimensions, allowing instant structural validation.

Can I preview the box folding in 3D?

Yes, every box design includes a real-time 3D folding preview that shows how the flat dieline folds into its final box structure.

Is the 3D preview a mockup or a structural preview?

The 3D preview is a structural folding view, not a branding or marketing mockup. It is meant to validate folds, panels, and overall box structure before production.

Can I create multi-up or nested dielines?

Yes, Carton Maker supports nesting and multi-up layouts, allowing multiple dielines to be efficiently arranged on a single sheet.

Does Carton Maker provide sheet size and blade length estimation?

Yes, Carton Maker provides sheet size estimation and blade length calculation to help plan die cutting and reduce material waste.

Does Carton Maker support BOBST machine layouts?

Yes, Carton Maker supports BOBST machine layouts, making it suitable for industrial die-cutting workflows.

What file formats can I export my dielines to?

You can export dielines in PDF and DXF formats and import them into software such as AutoCAD, CorelDraw, Adobe Illustrator, and other CAD or design applications.

Do I need graphic design or engineering skills to use Carton Maker?

No. Carton Maker is designed to be simple and intuitive. You can generate accurate box dielines by entering basic dimensions without requiring graphic design or packaging engineering skills.