Pallet Covers Size Guide
Measure the complete pallet load and verify how the exact cover supplier defines the opening, gusset and length. Use full covers, flat top sheets and stretch film as separate formats, with the protection method required by your operation.
| SKU | Listed dimensions (in) | Film | Buying check |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC604 | 48 Γ 46 Γ 72 | 1.5 mil; clear | Confirm opening, drop and covers per case |
| PC600 | 53 Γ 42 Γ 78 | 2 mil; clear | Confirm opening, drop and covers per case |
Measure before selecting the cover
Record the maximum loaded length and width, including any overhang. Measure the loaded height and describe the top shape. Ask whether the cover dimension refers to layflat width, expanded opening, gusset or nominal length; those measurements are not interchangeable.
There is no universal four-inch clearance or reliable load-height limit derivable from the listed length alone. Confirm the supplierβs measurement convention and check an assembled sample with the actual load. Retain any required closure, overlap or securing method.
Mil measures thickness, not guaranteed outdoor service, weather sealing, puncture resistance or corrosion control. If a specific exposure, barrier or VCI specification is needed, include it on the requirement rather than inferring it from color or thickness.
A top sheet is a different format
PC85 lists 60 Γ 60-inch, 1.5 mil black top sheeting supplied 250 sheets per case. For 600 top sheets, three cases supply 750 sheets. Keep these sheet units separate from full covers. A top sheet covers the top surface; it is not a full bag that encloses the sides.
Choose hand stretch wrap or machine stretch film for the specified containment process. Wrapping around a cover or sheet does not itself prove a waterproof seal. Check the entire load-protection method.
Build a quote the supplier can answer
| Requirement | Record |
|---|---|
| Load | Maximum loaded footprint, height, overhang and top shape |
| Cover | Opening / gusset convention, drop, thickness and color |
| Protection | Documented exposure, barrier or corrosion-control requirements |
| Quantity | Covers or sheets needed; confirmed pieces per purchase unit |
| Delivery | ZIP, required date, destination and receiving constraints |
After pieces per case are confirmed, whole cases = round up(pieces needed Γ· pieces per case). Compare the delivered total per piece for the same specification. Keep a top-sheet order and a full-cover order as separate line items even when they are used on the same pallet.
Questions before ordering
Does 48x46x72 guarantee fit over a 48x40 pallet?
No. The loaded footprint, overhang, top shape and dimension convention need checking. Pallet size is only the starting measurement.
Does a thicker cover mean outdoor protection?
Not by itself. Confirm the exact productβs exposure and barrier specifications for the job.
Can I calculate sheets from rolls per case?
Not until sheets per roll or a verified continuous-cutting plan is established. Rolls and sheets are different units.
Continue your buying plan
- Current pallet covers and top sheets
- Gusseted poly-bag dimension examples
- Bulk pallet-wrap planning
- Request a pallet-cover quote
A full cover with an established case count
| SKU | Listed format | Film | Pieces supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC515 | 48 Γ 42 Γ 48 in; gusseted full cover | 2 mil; clear | 75 bags per case |
| PC90 | 48 Γ 48 in; flat top sheeting | 1.5 mil; clear | 500 sheets per case; 3-inch core |
For 150 suitable PC515 full covers, two cases supply 150 bags. For 600 suitable PC90 top sheets, two cases supply 1,000 sheets. These counts are purchasing quantities; confirm the loaded geometry, placement and protection requirements separately. PC515 is described as pre-cut and perforated. PC90βs core does not establish dispenser compatibility.
Why a 48-inch cover does not imply a 48-inch load height
Uline S-13545 is a useful example of two dimension conventions on one listing. Its cover size is 48 W Γ 42 D Γ 48 H inches, while its separately listed fitted pallet is 48 L Γ 40 W Γ 27 H inches. Using the coverβs final number as the allowable vertical load height would change the stated fit.
| Specification | Packrift PC515 | Uline S-13545 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-cover format | PC515; clear gusseted bags | Uline S-13545; clear gusseted bags |
| Listed cover dimensions | 48 Γ 42 Γ 48 in; confirm opening and dimension convention | 48 W Γ 42 D Γ 48 H in |
| Film thickness | 2 mil | 2 mil |
| Purchase quantity | 75 covers per case | 75 bags per roll |
| Fitted-load dimensions | Confirm with the measured loaded pallet | Uline separately lists 48 L Γ 40 W Γ 27 H in |
Packrift PC515 shares the nominal 48 Γ 42 Γ 48-inch designation and 2-mil thickness, with 75 covers per case. The Uline fitted-load dimensions cannot be transferred to PC515. Measure your loaded pallet, record the supplierβs opening and gusset convention, and confirm the fitted height before ordering.
For a trial and reorder plan, record the actual load length, width, height and overhang, then the approved cover SKU and bags per purchase unit. A requirement for 150 suitable PC515 bags is two 75-count cases. Use physical bags as the denominator when comparing delivered cost; keep bags per roll separate from cases.
Uline specifications reviewed October 3, 2026: Uline S-13545. Use the current model page when reordering; the comparison establishes listed differences rather than equal performance.