With rectangular dimensions of 9.5 by 12.5" and a depth of 3", this gray 9.5x12.5x3" Drop-Front Metal Edge Archival Box Grayfrom 9.5x12.5x3" Drop-Front Metal Edge Archival Box Graycan hold up to 38 2/2 ply prints inside. Its two front corners are reinforced with black metal edges, which prevent the pack from being crushed if you decide to stack several boxes on top of one another. Removing the lid allows the front edge to drop, allowing for easy insertion or removal of contents.

The Drop-Front Box is designed for long-term storage, helping conserve matted photographs, artwork, and other important documents. It is made with scuff-resistant 56-point board, which is acid-free and has a pH level between 8.0 and 9.0. Additionally, the box features a lignin-free construction and PAT-safe certification.

Drop-Front Style for Easy Print Removal    Holds up to 38 2/2 Ply Prints    Reinforced Black Metal Edges    Acid- and Lignin-Free 56-Point Board    PAT-Safe    pH Level Between 8.0 and 9.0    Suitable for Long-Term Storage

4-ply window, 2-ply mat: Approx. 30 prints
4-ply window, 4-ply mat: Approx. 24 prints
2-ply window, 2-ply mat: Approx. 38 prints

Drop-front style for easy storage and retrieval

Reinforced black metal edges to help prevent crushing when stacked

Buffered, acid- and lignin-free board

PAT-safe, pH balanced between 8.0 and 9.0

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I want to know if I can store my 5x7 in this box or only 4x6?

A: The box is only 4.5" tall so 5x7 photo won't fit.

Q: 2. Minimum and maximum core diameter please?

A: According to the manufacturer, the Varidrive will expand from 1/8 to 3 .

Q: 3. How many 8.5 by 11 photos will this hold?

A: While the number of images the Lineco Drop-Front Archival Box (8.6 x 11.1 x 3", Blue/Gray) may hold depends on the material and the thickness of said material the photos are printed on, the manufacturer states a rough estimate would be approximately 100 images alone (with no sleeves or interleaving tissue).

Q: 4. Can anyone help me find a metal rod for this that can hold 9' muslin backdrops?

A: The Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds (106.3") can accept the Impact drive at each end to support a 9 foot muslin background. https://bhpho.to/3mzxJRl

Q: 5. Does this work for the Manfrotto hooks?

A: Yes, these are identical to the set from manfrotto. I use both in my manfrotto hook set.

Q: 6. Does this kit come with hardware?

A: This kit does not come with wall anchors.

Q: 7. This system says it has a 22 lb load capacity, but each 9 foot roll weighs about 14 lbs. Will this system support 3 full rolls at once?

A: Yes i always keep 3 rolls attached. Just make sure you properly install the brackets to get the full strength.

Q: 8. What are the interior dimensions?

A: Archival Methods does not list the interior dimensions for the Archival Methods 06-502 Binder Box (1.5 O-Ring, Gray), but they do state that it should accommodate most standard 3-ring page formats up to 10.5 x 12.5 inches in size. Archival Methods states the exterior dimensions are 12.5 x 13.5 x 1.5 inches.

Q: 9. Is there a way to attach these to stands rather than mount them to a wall?

A: Yes Charles. We used Mafer Clamps (see below) and mounted the Impact hooks to the flat side of the Mafer. You can then attach the Mafer clamps to stands, or auto polls (see below) as needed.

Q: 10. What is the measurement of the hook opening? How big of a rod will this unit accept?

A: This system is designed to be used with metal or paper background cores.