Heavy Duty Tubes 3" x 42" Heavy Duty Spiral Wound Cardboard Shipping Tubes – 3 Ply, 0.125" Wall | 24 Tubes

These 3" x 42" heavy duty spiral wound cardboard shipping tubes are built to protect long, narrow items from bending, crushing, and edge damage during shipping or storage.

When you ship posters, blueprints, banners, or long parts, flat boxes don’t always work. They bend. Corners get crushed. Your product arrives damaged.

These rigid mailing tubes solve that problem.

Each tube is made with a thick 0.125" wall and a strong 3-ply spiral wound construction. That means the layers are wrapped tightly around the tube to create added strength. The result is a tube that resists bending under pressure and holds its shape in transit.

You can ship with more confidence.

The 3" diameter gives you enough room to roll larger prints without creasing them too tightly. The 42" length works well for oversized documents, long signage, fabric materials, maps, and specialty items.

Each tube includes white plastic end caps. They fit snugly to help seal the tube and keep contents from sliding out. You don’t need to order caps separately. Just load, cap, tape, and ship.

These tubes also work well for warehouse storage. If you stock printed materials, vinyl graphics, or rolled packaging supplies, rigid cardboard tubes keep them organized and protected.

Because of the extra-thick wall, these tubes are stronger than standard lightweight mailing tubes. They handle stacking better and reduce damage claims.

If you ship high-value printed materials, artwork, or custom graphics, using a stronger tube helps protect your reputation.

Each carton includes 24 tubes and weighs 34 pounds. That makes bulk handling simple while still keeping cartons manageable for most warehouse teams.

If you need reliable, crush-resistant cardboard tubes for shipping long items, this size is a practical choice.

Best Features

• Rigid Construction: Resists bending and crushing during shipping
• 3-Ply Spiral Wound: Extra strength from layered design
• 0.125" Thick Wall: Stronger than standard lightweight tubes
• White Plastic End Caps Included: Secure closure without extra parts
• 3" Diameter: Ideal for posters, prints, and blueprints
• 42" Length: Protects long and oversized rolled items

Additional Description

These heavy duty cardboard mailing tubes are designed for real-world shipping conditions.

If you ship across the country or store materials in a warehouse, strength matters. Thin tubes can flatten under weight. These don’t.

The spiral wound design spreads pressure evenly around the tube. That helps prevent dents and soft spots.

They’re a smart choice for print shops, sign companies, architects, engineers, and eCommerce sellers who ship rolled goods.

You can also use them for storing seasonal signage, vinyl banners, craft materials, and protective sleeves for long components.

Because the end caps are included, packing stays simple. Insert your item, press in the caps, apply tape, and your package is ready.

Technical Data

1. Diameter: 3 inches inside diameter
2. Length: 42 inches
3. Wall Thickness: 0.125 inch thick fiber wall
4. Construction: 3-ply spiral wound kraft paper
5. Carton Quantity: 24 tubes per carton
6. Carton Weight: 34 pounds per carton