14x18 Heavy-Duty 6 Mil Flat Poly Bags - Industrial-Grade Protection
These 14x18 flat poly bags in 6 mil thickness deliver maximum protection for demanding industrial applications. The extra-heavy 6 mil construction provides exceptional puncture resistance and durability for sharp-edged parts, heavy tools, and components that would compromise thinner bags. Made from 100% virgin Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) resin for consistent quality and reliable performance.
Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 14" x 18" (width x length)
- Material Thickness: 6 mil (0.006" / 152 microns)
- Material: 100% Virgin LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
- Case Quantity: 250 bags per case
- Compliance: FDA/USDA compliant for food contact
- Seal Type: Open-end flat bag (heat-sealable)
- Origin: Made in USA
Industrial Applications
The 6 mil thickness rating places these bags in the extra heavy-duty category, engineered for the most demanding packaging requirements. Machine shops and manufacturing facilities use these bags for packaging metal stampings, castings, and machined components with sharp edges or burrs. Automotive and aerospace operations rely on 6 mil bags for heavy fastener kits, brake components, and precision parts requiring protection during storage and transit.
Tool distributors and hardware suppliers package hand tools, drill bits, saw blades, and cutting implements that would puncture standard-weight bags. MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Operations) departments store spare parts, valve assemblies, and pump components in these bags for organized inventory management. The 14x18 size accommodates larger items such as electrical panels, instrument housings, and assembled sub-components.
Key Features
- Extreme Puncture Resistance: 6 mil thickness handles sharp edges, pointed components, and abrasive surfaces that would penetrate lighter bags
- Superior Tensile Strength: Over three times the impact strength of standard LDPE for heavy-item packaging without tearing
- Crystal Clear Clarity: Visual identification of contents without opening, improving inventory management and parts verification
- Heat-Sealable: Creates tamper-evident closure for security and contamination protection in cleanroom or controlled environments
- FDA/USDA Compliant: Food-grade material suitable for dual-purpose applications in food processing or pharmaceutical settings
- Moisture Barrier: Protects metal parts from humidity and condensation that causes corrosion during storage
Thickness Selection Guide
The 6 mil thickness represents the heaviest standard gauge in the flat poly bag category. For reference: 1.5-2 mil suits light-duty applications like paper goods and textiles; 3-4 mil handles general industrial parts with moderate edges; 6 mil addresses extreme requirements including metal stampings, tooling, and applications where puncture failure is unacceptable. When packaging items with known sharp edges, protruding fasteners, or heavy weight, 6 mil provides the margin of safety professional operations require.
Why Choose Prism Pak
Prism Pak Brand bags are engineered and manufactured in the USA to deliver consistent quality for commercial and industrial operations. In-stock items typically ship within 24 hours from our Pennsylvania warehouse. Wholesale pricing on case quantities makes professional-grade packaging accessible for operations of all sizes.
