500G Polythene Bags
Clear Poly Bags (3 x 7 / 76 x 177mm) — 500g (127mu) Overview
These clear polythene bags are a strong, neat and practical way to protect, organise and present small items. Made from heavy-duty 500g (127 micron) clear film, they provide a reliable moisture and dust barrier while keeping contents visible for quick identification. The 3 x 7 size (approx. 76 x 177mm) is a popular format for packing longer, slim products and components where a tidy, professional finish matters.
Because these bags are transparent, they’re ideal for stock control, picking and packing, and retail presentation—helping you confirm contents at a glance without opening the bag. They’re commonly used across warehouses, workshops, e-commerce fulfilment, retail back-of-house, and light industrial settings.
Key Features
Heavy-duty 500g (127mu) film:
A thicker polythene gauge designed for improved puncture resistance and durability compared with lighter bags—useful when packing items with corners, edges, or a bit of weight.
Clear for instant identification:
Transparent material makes it easy to see what’s inside, supporting faster picking, fewer packing errors, and simpler stock checks.
Protects against dust and light moisture:
Helps keep products clean during storage and transit, reducing scuffs and contamination from handling.
Neat presentation for packing and dispatch:
A simple, professional way to bundle items, separate components, or present products for customers.
Popular slim format (3 x 7 / 76 x 177mm):
Well-suited to longer items that don’t need a wide bag, helping reduce excess material and keep packs compact.
- Material: Clear polythene
- Thickness: 500g (127 micron / 127mu)
- Size: 3 x 7 (approx. 76 x 177mm)
- Category: Bags / Polythene / 500G (127mu)
Typical Uses
- Protecting and organising small parts, components, and accessories
- Picking and packing for e-commerce orders
- Bundling multiple items together (e.g., kits, sets, spares)
- Keeping items clean in storage bins, drawers, and shelving
- Retail back-of-house bagging and product preparation
- Workshop and maintenance stores for fast identification of parts
Clear Poly Bags (3 x 7 / 76 x 177mm) — Full Product Guide
Introduction
Choosing the right polythene bag is about balancing protection, presentation, and practicality. This 500g (127mu) clear poly bag is designed for users who want a tougher film for everyday packing tasks—without losing the convenience of a transparent bag. Below is a practical guide to help you decide if this bag is the right fit for your workflow.
How It Works
These bags provide a simple protective enclosure around your product. Place the item inside, remove excess air if needed, and close using your preferred method (for example, folding over, taping, or using a separate closure method depending on your process). The clear film keeps the contents visible while acting as a barrier against dust and handling marks.
Materials and Construction
Polythene film: The bag is made from clear polythene, a widely used packaging material valued for its flexibility and protective properties.
500g / 127 micron thickness: This heavier gauge is chosen when you need more robustness—helping reduce the risk of tearing during packing, storage, or transit. It’s particularly useful for items with sharper edges or where bags are handled frequently.
Visibility and Stock Control Benefits
Clear bags are a practical choice for operations where speed and accuracy matter. Being able to see the contents supports:
- Faster picking: identify items without opening packaging
- Reduced errors: quick visual confirmation before dispatch
- Simpler audits: easier stock checks and cycle counts
- Cleaner presentation: contents remain protected while visible
Protection Performance (What to Expect)
These bags are designed to help protect items from everyday packaging hazards:
- Dust and debris: keeps products cleaner in storage and during handling
- Light moisture exposure: provides a basic moisture barrier for typical indoor storage and standard shipping conditions
- Scuffs and handling marks: reduces surface contact and abrasion
Note: Like most standard poly bags, they are not intended as a fully waterproof, submersible, or long-term outdoor protection solution unless combined with additional sealing and secondary packaging.
Fit and Packing Guidance
For best results, choose a bag size that allows your product to slide in comfortably without forcing, while minimising excess empty space. The 3 x 7 format is especially useful for slim items where a wider bag would create unnecessary bulk.
If your item has sharp corners or edges, the heavier 127mu film helps, but it’s still good practice to:
- avoid overfilling
- remove or cover sharp points where possible
- use inner wraps or sleeves for extra protection if needed
Floor Type Compatibility
Not applicable—this is a packaging product rather than a flooring product.
Health and Safety
- Packaging safety: Keep bags away from babies and young children to avoid suffocation risk.
- Workplace handling: When packing sharp or heavy items, consider gloves and safe handling procedures to reduce the risk of cuts or punctures.
- Storage: Store in a clean, dry area away from direct heat sources to maintain material performance.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
These 500g clear poly bags are a strong choice for:
- Warehousing and fulfilment: organising SKUs, parts, and pick-pack lines
- Manufacturing and assembly: kitting components and protecting sub-assemblies
- Retail operations: back-of-house preparation and tidy storage
- Maintenance and engineering stores: keeping spares clean and identifiable
- Office and facilities: organising small supplies and accessories
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
These bags are designed for packaging use and are typically treated as consumables. To keep them in good condition before use:
- store flat in the original carton or protective outer packaging
- avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or high heat
- keep away from dust and oils that could affect clarity
Case Study (Example Workflow)
Scenario: A small e-commerce operation ships slim accessories and spare parts daily.
Challenge: Items were getting scuffed in transit and pickers were spending time opening packaging to confirm contents.
Solution: Switching to heavy-duty clear poly bags allowed the team to protect items from handling marks while keeping contents visible. Packing became faster, and order accuracy improved because staff could visually confirm the correct item before sealing the parcel.
Result: Cleaner presentation on arrival and fewer packing errors—without adding complex packaging steps.
Who Is It For?
- Businesses that need a tougher clear bag for routine packing tasks
- Warehouses and workshops that benefit from quick visual identification
- Retailers and fulfilment teams wanting a clean, professional presentation
- Anyone packing items that may stress lighter-gauge bags
Colours / Features Available
This listing is for clear polythene bags in a 500g (127mu) thickness. If your Sapphire product page offers selectable options, they may include different pack quantities or related sizes within the same range.
Sizes Available
This product page covers the 3 x 7 size (approx. 76 x 177mm). Sapphire polythene bag ranges are often available in multiple sizes and pack quantities—select the option that best matches your product dimensions and packing process.