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.

For general waste, our 240L wheelie bin bags perform well at just 20 to 30 microns. At the heavy end, bin liners for drums and dust extractors run from 50 up to 150 microns.