Digipaks usually consist of a gatefold (book-style) paperboard or ca
rd stock outer binding, with one or more plastic trays holding a CD or DVD attached to the inside. Digipaks are the first answer to jewel cases to be used by major record companies, The term Digipak or Digi-Pak is used, when the media holder is the focus or ‘Soft Spot’ rather than a full plastic tray. Greater
Digipak-style packaging is often used for CD singles or special editions of CD albums and the tall DVD Digipak (DVDigipak) is used as a premium package for DVDs and DVD sets. Due to the fact that there less risk of the CD/DVD being scratched, than jewel cases, it tends to show signs of wear relatively quickly. Licensed Digipak manufacturers such as domestic U.S. printer and disc replicator Oasis Disc Manufacturing recommend coating the raw printed paper with a protective UV coating, ensuring that it lasts longer.
Although, it seems that there is less at risk of cracking than a jewel case, the disc tray inside the package (particularly the "teeth" of the hub which secure the disc in place) remains rather brittle and is prone to cracking if the package is crushed. Digipak-style cases grew in popularity among record labels and
recording artists in the early 2000s.
Manufacturers have asked to reduce environmental impact and improve functionality by introducing recycled components into its trays; one has announced a 100% post-consumer PET tray made from recycled bottles, which also eliminates the need for the brittle "teeth". Many printers use recycled or sustainable material for the board stock.
Historically, Digipak was only available in large quantities. However, AGI has recently introduced a new product called Digipak I-Create for the consumer market. Digipak I-Create is a web-supported concept that is aimed at the download, music, photo and creative markets.
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