ESD Corrugated Bin Dimensions Chart — Standard Sizes, Footprints, and Spec Lookup

ESD Corrugated Bin Dimensions Chart — Standard Sizes & Spec Lookup

When buyers ask for an "ESD bin" they usually mean a specific footprint — but every supplier names them differently. This chart maps the four standard sizes (small, medium, large, jumbo) to inside dimensions, outside dimensions, and the racking widths they fit. Use it to write a spec your buyer and your supplier can both read.

Why footprint, not "size", drives the order

"Small/medium/large/jumbo" is supplier vocabulary. The real procurement lever is footprint — the outside L × W of the bin — because that determines how many fit on your racking and how many fit per pallet.

A 4×6 inch footprint nests four-up on a 12-inch shelf; a 6×11 footprint nests two-up. Get the footprint right, and the buyer-side ergonomics follow.

Standard size table

Small: outside 110×100×80 mm, inside 100×90×70 mm — for small parts, screws, lugs.

Medium: outside 230×150×125 mm, inside 215×135×115 mm — for IC reels and sub-assemblies.

Large: outside 350×210×150 mm, inside 335×195×140 mm — for populated PCBs and modules.

Jumbo: outside 450×300×175 mm, inside 435×285×165 mm — for mixed kits and finished goods.

Stack weight and rack compatibility

Most conductive corrugated bins are rated for a stack weight of 4–6 kg per bin in a 5-bin stack with full bottom support. They are not load-bearing without a shelf — never floor-stack heavy bins, the bottom carton will crush.

For high-density storage, pair the bin with steel wire shelving (e.g., Metro chrome-wire) sized to the chosen footprint × 2 or × 4 across.

Material grade by use

Dissipative grade (10⁶–10⁹ Ω/sq) is the default for in-plant parts bins — drains charge controllably.

Conductive grade (10⁴–10⁶ Ω/sq) is reserved for outbound shipping cartons where fastest dissipation matters and where the box also gets a static-shielding overlap.

Both are carbon-loaded permanent (not topical) so the resistivity does not wash out over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these dimensions interchangeable across suppliers?

The footprints (outside L × W) are close to industry-standard, but tolerances of ±2-3 mm are normal because corrugated stamping dies vary. If your application has tight rack pockets (e.g., 200 mm exactly), buy from one supplier per program to keep tolerance stack-up under control.

Can I order custom sizes outside this chart?

Yes. Custom corrugated dies typically run $400-800 for tooling and require MOQ 500-1000 bins. Lead time is 3-4 weeks from drawing approval. For variants that only differ by height (same L × W), some suppliers can share the die and trim — ask for "common-die" quotes to save on tooling.

How do dissipative bins compare to dissipative plastic bin shelves?

Corrugated bins are cheaper per bin (~$2-5 vs $8-15 for plastic), lighter, and recyclable. Plastic bins win on washdown, lifetime, and load capacity. Most ESD-Protected Areas use corrugated for short-term and shipping, plastic for permanent shop-floor parts bins.

Do conductive bins comply with ANSI/ESD S20.20?

Yes — both conductive and dissipative grades meet S20.20 surface-resistivity limits when used inside the ESD-Protected Area as part of a controlled handling system. The standard governs the system, not individual items; ensure ground straps, wrist straps, and floor mats are in place.