Standard Page Breaks

introduction precise weight management is crucial for ensuring mail pieces meet postal regulations, qualify for the correct rate categories, and are processed efficiently this document provides an overview of page break points based on commonly used weights of paper stock, ink coverage, envelope type, inserts, and other mailing components purpose the purpose of this document is to support accurate job setup, cost estimation, and mailing efficiencies by offering general guidelines for component based weight calculations while the figures presented are based on industry standards, actual results may vary due to fluctuations in materials therefore, we require a physical test in the production environment for final validation what are page breaks? page breaks matter as every sheet of paper adds weight to a mail piece postage rates (especially for usps first class mail) are based on weight categories typically in 1 ounce increments (e g , 1oz, 2oz, 3oz, etc ) if a document has too many pages, the final mail piece could shift into a higher postage category, costing more money and adding difficulty with the reconciliation of final reporting who is this guide for? this guide can be an essential resource for first time customers it can help customers understand the formatting of their documents for seamless production, ultimately improving efficiency, and reducing errors across all mail pieces consistent page break standards help ensure accurate page counts accurate postage estimates and final costs easier handling for mailing equipment the ounce ranges provided here are estimates for the following types of paper stock, and do not account for additional inserts 20# 8 5x11 plain paper 24# 8 5x11 plain paper 20 lb page range ounce range letter 1 6 1oz 3 5oz letterhw 7 9 1oz 3 5oz letter6x9 10 14 2oz 3 5oz flat 15 60 3 5oz 13oz oversize 61+ 13oz over 24 lb page range ounce range letter 1 6 1oz 3 5oz letterhw 7 9 1oz 3 5oz letter6x9 10 14 2oz 3 5oz flat 15 60 3 5oz 13oz oversize 61+ 13oz over