Poly Tubing Buying FAQs
Learn how to select polyethylene tubing rolls based on your products, packaging process, sealing equipment, and order volume.
What is poly tubing used for?
Poly tubing is used to create flexible packaging for products with different lengths or unusual dimensions. Businesses cut the tubing to the required length, insert the product, and close the open ends to create appropriately sized packaging.
Why use poly tubing rolls instead of preformed bags?
A single tubing width can accommodate products of many different lengths. This can reduce the number of preformed bag sizes a business needs to maintain while providing greater flexibility for parts, components, merchandise, kits, and other products.
How do I choose the correct poly tubing width?
Choose a width that provides enough room for the product to enter the tubing without excessive unused space. Product width, depth, shape, and the space required for sealing should all be considered before selecting a roll.
What poly tubing thickness should I choose?
The appropriate thickness depends on product weight, shape, edges, handling requirements, and the amount of protection needed. Lightweight products may require less material, while heavier products or items with sharper edges generally benefit from thicker tubing.
How is poly tubing sealed?
Poly tubing is commonly cut to length and closed with compatible heat-sealing equipment. Your tubing width, material, thickness, production volume, and desired seal determine which sealer is appropriate. Explore our commercial bag sealers or contact our team for help matching tubing with sealing equipment.
Is poly tubing suitable for food packaging?
Food-contact poly tubing options are available. Select tubing made from materials that comply with applicable FDA requirements for the intended food, temperature, storage method, and conditions of use. Review the specifications of the individual product or ask our team to confirm suitability before ordering.
What if my application requires specialty tubing or a custom quantity?
Applications involving static-sensitive products, specialized handling conditions, uncommon dimensions, or higher order volumes may require a more specific tubing solution. Share your product dimensions, material requirements, estimated quantity, and packaging process with our team so we can help identify the appropriate option.
Need Help With a Large or Specialized Poly Tubing Order?
Tell our packaging team about your product dimensions, preferred tubing width and thickness, roll requirements, sealing process, material needs, and estimated volume. We can help you find an appropriate polyethylene tubing solution for your operation.
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