A hang tag hole does more than let a cord pass. Its position links cord access, remaining board at the edge and usable artwork space. A printer’s die brief starts with the outer contour and hole defined in the same coordinate reference.
Dimension the hole from the finished contour
Do not locate the hole only from artwork or the raw sheet edge. Dimension its centre from defined finished-tag reference edges. For custom shapes, identify the reference points. Hole diameter and centre-to-edge distance are separate dimensions.
Review the remaining board with the cord
The board between hole and outer edge takes the cord’s pull. A narrow ligament can tear; a larger hole also reduces the remaining material. Review cord or fastener, board construction, caliper and finish together. Avoid assigning one hole diameter or edge clearance to every stock.
Keep artwork clear of the hole
Logo, price, size and barcode need clearance from the hole and cord as well as the outer cut. The hole must occupy the same coordinates in the approved print PDF and cutting drawing. Check centre and orientation at every imposed position, not only the first.
Check inner waste and cord insertion
A retained small waste disc can obstruct cord insertion. Review outer edge, hole cleanliness and waste removal together. On the printer’s own sample, record rough edges, tearing or difficult cord entry. Eyelet fitting and tag printing are separate operations from cutting-die geometry.
Information for a die order
- Dimensioned contour and hole centre
- Hole diameter and cord or fastener
- Board and finish
- Approved imposition and position count
- Photograph of tearing or retained waste
Send your drawing and material details for the hang tag cutting dies.
