1. What is Girth?

Girth is the measurement around the middle of something, typically a package. For shipping purposes, girth is calculated as twice the sum of the width and height of a package.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the girth formula:

Where:

• \( Width \) — Width of the package in inches
• \( Height \) — Height of the package in inches

Explanation: The girth is calculated by adding the width and height of the package, then multiplying by 2.

3. Importance of Girth Calculation

Details: Girth is important for shipping companies to determine package size restrictions and shipping costs. Many carriers use a combination of length and girth to calculate dimensional weight.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter width and height in inches. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the girth measurement.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is girth important for shipping?
A: Shipping carriers often have maximum girth restrictions and use girth to calculate dimensional weight pricing.

Q2: How do I measure width and height?
A: Measure the shortest side as height and the next shortest side as width when the package is in its natural orientation.

Q3: What's the difference between girth and perimeter?
A: For shipping purposes, girth specifically refers to 2×(width + height) of a package, while perimeter is the total distance around a shape.

Q4: Do all carriers use the same girth calculation?
A: Most major carriers use this standard calculation, but always check with your specific carrier for their requirements.

Q5: What is length + girth?
A: Some carriers use the sum of the longest side (length) plus the girth for size restrictions.