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EVF90020

Bi-Fold Two-Pocket Media Sleeve

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Two inward-facing glued pockets with thumb notches
Double-creased spine accommodates media thickness
Delivered flat and pre-glued for fast manual loading

About this product

This bi-fold paperboard sleeve opens like a book to reveal two inward-facing pockets, making it a clean, professional format for presenting CDs, DVDs, gift cards, or flat informational kits. The pockets feature curved thumb notches for easy removal, while a double-creased center spine provides the necessary clearance for the contents.

Because the pockets are pre-glued during production, the sleeve is delivered flat and ready for fast manual loading. It does not feature a native closure tab, so it is typically used for hand-to-hand presentation, retail display, or inserted into an outer mailer for shipping.

Common uses

Software distribution
Gift card presentation
Event media kits
Hotel key cards

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Media and Presentation Formats

Optical Media and Software Kits

The pockets are sized to securely hold standard CDs or DVDs, with thumb notches that allow users to grip the center of the disc without smudging the data surface.

Gift Cards and Hotel Keys

When scaled down, the bi-fold structure provides a premium presentation for dual gift cards, loyalty cards, or room keys, offering more printable surface area than a standard flat sleeve.

Flat Informational Kits and Booklets

The dual pockets can separate a media disc on one side from an instructional booklet or warranty card on the other, keeping the presentation organized.

Event Passes and Lanyards

For conferences and trade shows, the pockets can hold VIP passes, schedules, and folded lanyards, providing a compact welcome kit for attendees.

Fulfillment and Distribution Channels

Hand-to-Hand Event Distribution

The book-style opening makes this a natural fit for conferences, trade shows, or press kits where media is handed directly to the recipient without the need for shipping protection.

High-Volume Manual Fulfillment

Because the top and bottom flaps are pre-glued during manufacturing, packing teams only need to slide the media into the open side of each pocket and fold the cover closed, keeping assembly labor low.

Retail Display and Kitting

When placed inside a larger retail box or master carton, this sleeve keeps supplementary media or digital access cards secure and visible during the unboxing experience.

When to Consider Rigid Cases or Mailers

Parcel Shipping and Mailing

This sleeve has no native locking tab or adhesive seal to keep the covers closed. If the media is being mailed directly to a consumer, it often needs a rigid mailer or envelope for safe transit.

Single-Disc Distribution

If the project only requires one disc or card, a standard single-pocket sleeve or a bi-fold folder with a single right-hand pocket reduces material usage and simplifies the layout.

High-Security Retail

For retail environments requiring tamper evidence or theft deterrence, a sealed rigid case or a blister pack offers more security than an open-pocket sleeve.

Board Finish and Spine Adjustments

Inside Board Surface and Scuff Risk

The inside surface of the board comes into direct contact with the media. For optical discs, the board and any interior printing should be specified with a smooth, non-abrasive finish to prevent scratching.

Spine Width and Content Thickness

The distance between the two center creases dictates how much the folder can hold. If thick booklets or multi-page inserts will be placed in the pockets alongside the discs, the spine width should be increased to prevent the covers from bowing.

Print Layout for Inward Pockets

Because the pockets fold inward from the main sheet, the inside faces of the pockets and the outside covers are printed on the same side of the paperboard. Artwork should be oriented correctly to account for this 180-degree fold.

Grain Direction and Spine Cracking

To ensure the folder closes cleanly and lies flat, the paperboard grain direction should run parallel to the center spine. Incorrect grain direction can cause the double crease to crack or resist folding.

Pocket and Notch Modifications

Thumb Notch Depth

The curved cutouts on the inner pockets can be deepened for easier finger access or removed entirely for a cleaner, uninterrupted pocket edge.

Pocket Width

The inward reach of the pockets can be extended to hold heavier booklets more securely, or shortened to reveal more of the printed media inside.

Spine Width Adjustment

The double crease can be widened to accommodate thicker contents, or reduced to a single crease if the folder will only hold very thin items like single gift cards.

Packing details

Adhesive Compatibility for Optical Media

When packing CDs or DVDs, the adhesive used by the converter to seal the pockets should be checked to ensure it does not outgas or chemically interact with the optical data layer over time.

Additional notes

Unvarnished glue areas

If the outer covers will receive a heavy coating or lamination, the specific areas where the pocket flaps glue down should be left unvarnished to ensure the adhesive bonds properly.

FAQs

Does this sleeve stay closed on its own?

No. The bi-fold design rests flat but does not have a locking tab or adhesive strip to hold the covers shut. It relies on an outer slipcase, a mailer, or simple gravity when stacked.

Can the pockets hold items thicker than a standard CD?

Yes, but the center spine width should be adjusted to match the total thickness of the loaded pockets. If the spine is too narrow, the covers will bow outward.

Do we have to glue the pockets ourselves?

No. The sleeve is processed through a folder-gluer at the factory. It arrives flat with the top and bottom pocket seams already glued, ready for you to slide the media in.

Can we print on the inside of the pockets?

Yes. Because the pockets fold inward from the main sheet, the inside faces of the pockets and the outside covers are printed on the same side of the paperboard.

Will the paperboard scratch optical discs?

Standard uncoated board can be abrasive. When packing CDs or DVDs, the interior surface should be specified with a smooth finish or coating to protect the data layer.

Can we remove the thumb notches?

Yes. The cutouts can be removed for a straight pocket edge, though this makes it slightly harder to grip and remove flat media.

How does the spine handle multiple booklets?

The double-creased spine acts as a hinge that accommodates thickness. If you plan to include thick booklets, the distance between these two creases can be widened during the design phase.

What board thickness makes sense for this folder?

A standard folding carton board around 0.5mm (20pt to 24pt) is typical. It provides enough rigidity for the covers to feel substantial without making the pocket folds too bulky.