Custom printed PET can with lid

When designing your beverage packaging, the focus is often on the can body. However, the lid (or "end") determines how the customer experiences the drink. As a specialist manufacturer, we offer two main types of aluminum lids for our PET cans: the Standard Easy Open End (SOT/RPT) and the Full Open End (Full Aperture). Understanding the difference is crucial for your product's success.

1. Standard Easy Open End (SOT - Stay On Tab)

This is the classic soda can lid found on Coke or Pepsi cans. You lift the tab, it pushes a small opening into the can, and the tab stays attached.

Best For: Carbonated soft drinks, sparkling water, energy drinks.

Pros: Familiar to consumers, minimizes spill risk while drinking, excellent for maintaining carbonation pressure.

Cons: You can't see or smell the full aroma of the drink while sipping.

2. Full Open End (Full Aperture)

With this design, the entire top of the can is removed when the tab is pulled, turning the can into a cup.

Best For: Bubble tea (Boba), craft beer, iced coffee with ice cubes, drinks with fruit chunks.

Aroma: Allows the drinker to smell the coffee or hops, enhancing the flavor profile.

Texture: Essential for bubble tea so customers can scoop out the pearls or use a wide straw easily.

Visual: Creates a wide-mouth drinking experience that feels like a glass.

Safety Note: Our full open ends are designed with "safe edges" to prevent cuts, but they are generally recommended for adult beverages or specialized tea shops.

Compatibility

Both lid types are compatible with our standard PET can bodies. However, you must ensure your sealing machine chuck is adjusted correctly for the specific profile of the lid. We can send you samples of both so you can test the "pop" and pour experience for yourself.