8" Poly Tubing 1.5 Mil by LK Packaging - Custom-Length Bag Making
This 8-inch wide poly tubing from LK Packaging lets you create custom-sized bags for items of any length. Simply cut the tubing to your desired length and heat seal one or both ends. Ideal for operations packaging items with variable dimensions where pre-made bags aren't practical or cost-effective.
Specs: 8" width | 1.5 mil | 100% virgin LDPE | 2,900 ft/roll | 12" roll diameter (3" core) | FDA food-contact compliant | Treated for printing
Commercial Applications
Poly tubing excels in operations that package long or irregularly-sized items. Manufacturing facilities use 8" tubing for protecting rods, pipes, moldings, and linear components during storage and shipping. Bakeries and food producers create custom-length bags for baguettes, breadsticks, or any product where standard bag sizes don't fit. Retail and fulfillment operations appreciate the flexibility to create exact-fit packaging for posters, rolled prints, fluorescent bulbs, and other lengthy merchandise. The 8-inch width accommodates items up to approximately 5 inches in diameter (accounting for flat width vs. circumference).
Key Features
- Infinite Length Flexibility: Cut to any length from a few inches to several feet - no bag size limitations
- Food-Grade Material: 100% virgin low density polyethylene meets FDA requirements for direct food contact
- Print-Ready Surface: One side is corona-treated to accept printing inks for custom branding or labeling
- Multiple Sealing Options: Heat seal, staple, or tape - works with standard impulse sealers
- Economical Coverage: 2,900 feet per roll provides substantial packaging capacity from a single unit
Sizing Guide
The 8" lay-flat width creates a tube with approximately 5" maximum diameter capacity (circumference = 16"). For flat items, the maximum width is just under 8". Common uses at this width include: rolled documents up to 7" diameter, small posters, baguettes, fishing rods, curtain rods, and linear hardware. If you need bags wider than 5" diameter or 8" flat, consider our 10" or 12" tubing options.
Common Questions
Q: What equipment do I need to make bags from poly tubing?
A: A standard impulse heat sealer handles most applications. For high-volume production, use a constant-heat band sealer. You can also close bags with staples, tape, or twist ties without any equipment.
Q: What's the maximum item diameter that fits in 8" tubing?
A: The 8" lay-flat width translates to roughly 5" maximum diameter for round items. For flat items, maximum width is approximately 7.5" with minimal clearance.
Q: Can I print directly on this tubing?
A: Yes. One side is corona-treated to accept flexographic printing inks. Many customers print logos, handling instructions, or product information directly on the tubing.
Why Choose Prism Pak
Prism Pak stocks LK Packaging poly tubing in multiple widths and thicknesses for immediate shipment. Our wholesale pricing makes tubing cost-effective for operations of all sizes.
