What Thickness Do I need?
The following examples refer to LDPE - Low Density Polyethylene
25 microns - Magazines sent by post are in 25 micron LDPE bags.
36 microns - Minimum for AS 4736-2006 to be allowed as a reusable bag.
38 microns - General purpose stationary and light duty bags.
50 microns - Same thickness as a Glad Snap lock sandwich bags.
65 microns – Express Post and courier satchels.
75 microns - 25 L potting mix bag or component bag for mechanical fittings.
100 microns - Very heavy Duty Gardening Products.
150 microns – Special purpose extra heavy duty.
200 microns – Legal minimum thickness for Asbestos bags.
The following examples refer to LDPE - High Density Polyethylene
10 microns - Produce Bags on roll in supermarket.
15 microns - Typical normal duty carton liner.
15 microns - Good Quality singlet bags like supermarkets used to give away.
20 - 25 microns - Heavy duty singlet bags.
36 microns - Minimum for AS 4736-2006 to be allowed as a reusable bag.