Generate Custom Packaging Dielines & 3D Simulations in Seconds
Create die-ready vector cutlines for folding cartons and corrugated mailers. Calculates automatic 1.5 × t caliper clearances, proofs in 60 FPS 3D WebGL, and exports clean PDF, DXF, and SVG files.
Engineered for Commercial Cutters & Prepress Workflows
Industrial Packaging Blueprints with Zero Friction Clashing
Explore our mathematically verified folding box models. Switch between styles below to inspect the parametric 2D cut patterns and structural features.
Reverse Tuck End (RTE) Carton
The global standard for pharmaceuticals, cosmetic bottles, electronics packaging, and retail goods. The top closure tucks from front to back, while the bottom closure tucks from back to front, providing a clean unblemished front-facing presentation.
Engineered for Structural Integrity, Not Just Drawings
Most online dieline generators draw crude flat rectangles that tear or buckle when folded on the production line. DielineKit applies real-world packaging CAD principles directly in your browser.
1.5 × Caliper Clearance Math
Paperboard takes up physical volume when bent 90°. Our engine deducts 1.5 × t from tuck head widths and scores to ensure effortless closing with zero panel binding.
60 FPS 3D WebGL Kinematics
Simulate realistic multi-stage folding sequences. Tuck heads and dust flaps pre-bend before lids swing shut, mimicking automated high-speed carton cartoning machines.
CNC Cutter-Ready DXF & PDF
Export AutoCAD R12 DXF files configured for digital flatbed knife cutters (Zünd, Kongsberg, Summa) and 1pt stroke vector PDFs with separated prepress layers.
100% In-Browser & Zero Install
Zero software licenses ($4,000/yr savings) or heavyweight desktop installs. Parametric recalculations run locally in your browser in milliseconds with complete data privacy.
From Custom Dimensions to Die-Ready CAD in 3 Steps
Input Dimensions & Caliper
Enter your product inside dimensions (Length, Width, Depth) in mm or inches, and specify your board caliper (from 14pt paperboard up to B-flute corrugated).
Proof in 2D Vector & 3D WebGL
Verify CAD dimension lines, cut-crease-bleed outlines, and drag the fold slider to watch panels fold with zero clipping. Drop artwork to inspect hero panels.
Export Production CAD Files
Download production-grade vector PDF (with 1pt prepress stroke standards), AutoCAD DXF for CNC sample tables, or scalable SVG for design work.
DielineKit vs Legacy Packaging CAD
| Feature | DielineKit CAD | Manual Illustrator | Desktop Packaging CAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caliper Clearance Math | Automatic 1.5×t | Manual Calculation | Supported |
| 3D WebGL Folding Proof | Real-time 60 FPS | None | Heavy Desktop App |
| CNC Flatbed DXF Export | AutoCAD R12 Standard | Often Corrupts Lines | Supported |
| Installation Required | Zero (Runs in Browser) | Requires Creative Cloud | 10GB+ Local Install |
| Typical Pricing | Free tier / $9 single / $29 mo | $60/mo Creative Cloud | $4,000 - $8,000/yr |
Everything You Need to Know About Packaging CAD Dielines
DielineKit exports production-ready 1:1 scale Vector PDF, DXF (AutoCAD R12 compatible), and SVG files. In our PDF and SVG exporters, lines are organized into distinct prepress layers: Cut lines (solid black/magenta, 1pt), Crease/Score lines (dashed cyan, 1pt), and Bleed boundary contours (solid red, 3mm offset). The DXF file contains clean, non-intersecting polyline geometries formatted for digital CNC cutting tables including Zünd, Kongsberg, and Summa.
Start Generating Production Dielines for Free
No credit card required. Calculate exact caliper allowances, preview 3D folding kinematics, and export CAD files directly in your web browser.