CD-ROMs come in various types of packages (eg "Jewel"). What I would
like to know is: 1) A list with the names of all the types of CD-ROM
packages and a short description, preferable with their dimensions in
centimeters 2)a list that sorts those packages accoriding to cost,
starting with the cheapest. Assume that they all include a four colour
cover.

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Request for Question Clarification by easterangel-ga on 20 Jan 2003 04:46 PST

Hi! I have already found the different types of CD-Rom packaging. Now
would prices taken from vendors plus a listing of the different types
of packages be enough as a legitimate answer? Just let me know. :)

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Clarification of Question by anthe-ga on 20 Jan 2003 05:51 PST

yes, it would be fine. Thank you

Hi! Thanks for the question.

Our first stop takes us to an article that discusses current packaging
and other elements in the market for CDs and CD-ROMs. The article
mentions that there are different types of CD-ROM packaging out in the
market today. They are:

Jewel cases
Multiple disc jewel boxes
Jewel box and printed retail box combinations
Plastic tray and paperboard variations
Vacuum formed plastic tray
Sleeve products, which include the Univenture Safety-sleeves, paper,
Tyvek, or polybags
Self-mailers
Disc caddies
Other custom designed packages

“CD-ROM Packaging”
http://www.cd-info.com/CDIC/Technology/Packaging.html 

It would also be helpful to take a look at the different types of CD
packaging offered by this company since it has dimensions for the
variety of CD cases and sleeves out in the market right now.

“Packaging for the CD/DVD Industry”
http://www.azsoftware.com/Templates/Stock%20style%20packaging/ASR%20packaging%201-7.pdf

In case you would like to know the standard dimensions for CD Jewel
cases, this link provides that information together with some prices
from the vendor’s website.

SureThing: Cases and Sleeves
http://www.surething.com/ST/Category.asp?CatCode=CD_CASES 

The CD-Works website would be a good source for price comparison for
the different types of packaging. I arranged the links from lowest to
highest average cost of each type of sleeve that they offer. Some of
the terms are different but most of them fall along the categories
we’ve mentioned in our first link.

Generic CD Sleeves
http://www.cd-rom-works.com/pack_r_g.htm 

Printed CD Sleeves
http://www.cd-rom-works.com/pack_r_p.htm 

Jewel Cases with Printed Inserts (4/1)
http://www.cd-rom-works.com/jcinserts.htm 

DigiPaks
http://www.cd-rom-works.com/digipak.htm 

Card CDs
http://www.cd-rom-works.com/card_cd.htm#card_packaging 

Printed Retail Boxes 
http://www.cd-rom-works.com/r_boxes.htm 

In case you would like to compare prices with other vendors, the
following links might be of help.

MMS Direct
http://www.mmsdirect.com/prices/us_prices_cd.html 

Just enter the number of quantities you would like to order and out
comes the price.
https://secure.cdsleeves.com/orderform.html?Quantity12=1#12 

Search terms used: 
cd-rom packaging types sizes prices

I hope these links would help you in your research. Before rating this
answer, please ask for a clarification if you have a question or if
you would need further information.
     
Thanks for visiting us.     
     
Regards,     
Easterangel-ga     
Google Answers Researcher

You gave me exactly the information that I needed and you have
commented very precisely the links that you provided, so 5 stars
belong to you!