What Are The Dvd Case & Cover Dimensions?

In today’s world, with the rise of digital media, physical media such as DVDs are becoming less and less common. Many of us use DVDs, but do you know how big a normal DVD case is? Knowing the size is important to keep your movies and music safe. Understanding these dimensions will ensure that you can properly store and protect your DVDs, and avoid any issues with compatibility. 

Standard DVD cases measure 7.48 inches in length, 5.31 inches in width, and 0.55 inches thick, while slim DVD cases are thinner, measuring 7.48 inches in length, 5.31 inches in width, and 0.28 inches in thickness. They are usually used to store one or two discs and a thin booklet.

In this blog post, we will go over the standard dimensions of DVD cases, as well as provide some tips for choosing the right case for your needs. 

DVD Case Dimensions

The DVD cases come in a variety of styles. Standard DVD case can accommodate up to three discs and is made from one piece of plastic. A slim DVD case is designed for single-disc storage and multiple DVD cases are used where multiple discs need to be stored together.

Standard DVD cases measure 7.48 inches in length, 5.31 inches in width, and 0.55 inches thick, while slim DVD cases are thinner, measuring 7.48 inches in length, 5.31 inches in width, and 0.28 inches in thickness. They are usually used to store one or two discs and a thin booklet.

DVD cases for multiple disks come in varying dimensions to hold more discs. Generally, these DVD cases measure 5.25 inches in height and 7.5 inches in width.

DVD Case	Dimensions (Length x Width x Thickness) Inches	(Length x Width x Thickness) Millimeters
Standard DVD Case	7.48 in x 5.31 in x 0.55 in	190mm x 135mm x 14mm
Slim DVD Case	7.48 in x 5.31 in x 0.28 in	190mm x 135mm x 7mm
Multiple DVD Case	5.25 in x 7.5 in x 1.54 in	190.5mm x 133.35mm x 39.11mm

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DVD Cover Dimensions

DVD covers come in multiple variations, such as the standard DVD cover, slim DVD cover, UK Blu-ray cover, and US Blu-ray cover. The Slim DVD cover is only half as thick as the standard DVD cover, making it more efficient.

Standard DVD covers measure 7.2 inches in length and 5.1 inches in width, making them just small enough to fit on an A4-sized sheet of paper. However, the dimensions vary slightly for slim DVD covers, UK Blu-ray covers, and US Blu-ray covers. The measurements for each of these are outlined below. 

DVD Cover	Dimensions (Length x Width x Thickness) Inches	Dimensions (Length x Width x Thickness) Millimeters
Standard DVD Cover	7.2 in x 5.1 in x 0.6 in	184mm x 130mm x 14mm
Slim DVD Cover	7.2 in x 5.1 in x 0.4 in	184mm x 130mm x 8mm
US Blu-ray Cover	5.8 in x 5 in x 0.6 in	148mm x 128.5mm x 12mm
UK Blu-ray Cover	5.8 in x 5 in x 0.7 in	148mm x 129mm x 14mm

Different DVD Cases Types

Digipacks

The digipack is a cool and fancy way to keep your DVDs. It has a tri-fold design and can come with 3, 4, or even 6 sections. This means it has enough room for multiple DVDs and fun extras like booklets, posters, or special notes from the people who made it. When it’s folded up, the size of a tri-fold digipack is usually 7.4 inches in length, 5.45 inches in width, and 0.8 inches thick.

Box Sets

Box sets are cool because they have lots of DVDs or Blu-rays all together in one cardboard sleeve. But the size of the box set can change based on how many discs it has.

Drawer

The drawer case is a two-part storage solution for your DVDs. It consists of a main plastic case and a sliding-out plastic compartment that holds the DVD. To keep everything protected, the whole unit is often covered in a plastic sleeve. The size of the drawer case can vary depending on how many DVDs it holds, so it’s a versatile option for collections of all sizes.

Clamshell

The clamshell case is a retro-style storage solution for your DVDs. It’s round, made of semi-transparent plastic, and has a latch that holds two DVD-shaped panels in place. This not only keeps your DVDs safe and secure but also makes it a unique and attractive addition to your collection. With the ability to add custom-made stickers or covers, you can let your personality shine and personalize your clamshell case to reflect your tastes.

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