Calculate net metal weight, packaging weight and gross packed shipment weight. Optionally estimate dimensional weight for boxes, crates and pallets.
For bulky metal shipments, carriers may compare actual gross weight with dimensional weight. Enter the packed dimensions and your carrier's dimensional divisor.
What is gross shipping weight? Gross shipping weight is the combined weight of the metal product and the packaging or transport materials included in the shipment.
What is net metal weight? Net metal weight is the weight of the metal product itself, excluding packaging.
Does a wooden pallet add to shipping weight? Yes, if the pallet travels with the shipment, its weight contributes to the packed shipment weight.
Can I calculate weight for multiple boxes? Yes. Enter the number of packages and the additional package weight per package.
What is dimensional weight? Dimensional weight estimates a shipping weight from package volume using a carrier-specific dimensional divisor.
Should I use the calculator's dimensional divisor for every carrier? No. Use the divisor specified by the carrier and service you are using.
Which weight matters for shipping cost? The carrier determines billable weight under its own rules, which may involve actual gross weight, dimensional weight, minimum charges and rounding.
Can this calculate customs weight? It can provide useful net and gross weight figures, but customs documentation requirements depend on the shipment and destination.