Premium – 50 um

Where 50 Micron Press Seal Bags Are Used

Food portioning and packing

Dry goods, prepared portions, produce and resealable retail packs. Specify food contact use when you enquire so the correct film is supplied. See our food grade bags for more.

Retail and eCommerce

Accessories, small goods and multipack components presented clearly and protected from dust and handling marks through to the customer.

Parts and component supply

Fittings, seals, fasteners and small assemblies kept grouped and identifiable on the bench, in the van and on the shelf.

Pharmacy and laboratory support

General storage and dispensing support where contents need containment and clear visibility.

Samples and promotional packs

Trade show giveaways, product samples and starter kits made up in advance and held until needed.

Specifying the Right Bag

Size. Quoted as opening width by depth, with depth measured from the seal. Match the bag to the product so contents sit securely without excess film flapping around the closure. Most operations settle on two or three sizes that cover the bulk of what they pack. Gauge. Fifty micron suits light to moderate contents and general handling. Move to 75 micron where the product has weight, sharp edges or a long freight leg ahead of it. Our guide on what thickness you need works through the decision in detail. Identification. If contents need marking with part numbers, batch codes or dates, the write on panel bag carries a matt strip that takes pen or marker cleanly. Same gauge, same closure. Branding. Where the bag is seen by a customer, printed press seal bags carry up to six colour print on the same run.

Manufactured, Not Resold

Plastpack extrudes its own film, prints it and forms the finished bag under one roof. We hold substantial film stock, which is why lead times on standard specifications stay short and repeat orders dispatch quickly across Australia. If a stock size does not fit your product, we make to measure on size, gauge, seal and print. Minimum order quantity on a custom size is 10,000 units, and samples can be supplied for evaluation before you commit to a production run.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 50 micron press seal bag used for?

Fifty micron is the general purpose commercial gauge. It suits food portioning, retail packs, small components, samples and general storage where contents are light to moderate and the bag is opened and closed repeatedly.

Is 50 micron strong enough for my product?

For light to moderate contents with smooth edges, yes. For products with weight, sharp edges or a long freight leg ahead of them, 75 micron resists puncture and holds the seal better. Match the gauge to the weight and edge profile of the contents.

What is the difference between 50 micron and 75 micron press seal bags?

Both use the same press seal closure. Seventy five micron film is thicker, so it resists puncture and tearing better and holds its seal under heavier loads. Fifty micron is the more economical choice where that extra strength is not needed.

Are 50 micron press seal bags food safe?

We manufacture food grade film for food contact applications, made to the relevant Australian food safety requirements. Specify food use when you enquire so the correct film is supplied.

What sizes are available?

Our stock range runs from 38mm x 50mm up to 460mm x 500mm. Sizes outside that range are made to order.

Can I order a custom size or printed bag?

Yes. As the manufacturer we produce to your size, gauge, seal type and print. The minimum quantity for a custom size is 10,000 units, with up to six colour printing available on the same run.