Bag Guide

What is Mil Strength?

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A "Mil" equals one thousandth of an inch and measures the thickness of the bag.

1 Mil Lightweight protection for temporary storage.

2 Mil Most popular thickness for shipping parts, clothing or protecting food.

3 Mil Added protection for parts and hardware.

4 Mil Heavier protection for industrial parts and tools.

6 Mil Protects against punctures and tears.

8 Mil Super heavyweight bags for maximum strength.

Types of Bags

Bag Type	Thickness (Mil)	Description
Anti-Static Poly Bags	2, 4, 6	Durable anti-static poly bags protect sensitive electronics from static discharge during storage and shipping
Static Shielding bags	2.8, 3.6, 7	Reliable static shielding bags ensure safe protection of electronic components from electrostatic discharge during handling and storage
Flat Poly Bags	1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8	Versatile flat poly bags provide durable and moisture- resistant packaging for a wide range of products
Suffocation Bags	1, 1.5, 2	Protective suffocation warning bags ensure safe packaging while clearly alerting to potential hazards
Poly Tubing	1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6	Flexible poly tubing allows custom-length packaging solutions for various products, providing versatile protection
Reclosable Poly Bags	2, 3, 4, 6, 8	Convenient reclosable poly bags offer secure, reusable storage with an easy-to-use seal for versatile packaging needs.
Color Poly Bags	2	Vibrant color poly bags add visual appeal and effective organization to your packaging while providing durable protection.
High Clarity Polypropylene Bags	1.5, 2, 3, 4	Crystal-clear polypropylene bags offer high clarity and strength showcasing products with superior visibility and protection.
Furniture Covers	1, 1.1	Durable furniture covers shield your furnishings from dust, dirt, and damage during storage or moving.

Measuring A Bag

Flat Poly Bags

MODEL NO.	WIDTH	LENGTH
PB2330	10"	12"

Reclosable Poly Bags

MODEL NO.	WIDTH	LENGTH
PB3605	6"	6"

Gusseted Poly Bags

MODEL NO.	WIDTH	DEPTH	HEIGHT
PB1588	10"	6"	18"