500G Polythene Bags
Clear Polythene Bags (500g / 127 micron) — Product Overview
These clear polythene bags are a heavy-duty, transparent packaging option designed for protecting and presenting products while keeping contents visible. Made from strong polythene film and supplied as a convenient pack, they’re ideal where you need a tougher bag than standard light-duty poly. The specification for this listing is a clear bag in a 500g pack weight and a film thickness of 127 micron (often referred to as 500 gauge in packaging terminology). The clear finish helps with quick identification of contents, stock control, and professional presentation.
Key Features
Clear, easy-to-identify packaging:
Transparent film makes it simple to check contents at a glance—useful for picking, packing, and quality checks.
Heavy-duty film (127 micron):
A thicker polythene film helps resist tearing and punctures during handling, storage, and transit.
Convenient pack format (500g):
Supplied as a 500g pack, making it straightforward to order and store for regular use.
Versatile protection:
Helps protect items from dust, light moisture, and scuffs during storage and distribution.
Simple, flexible packaging:
Polythene bags are easy to open, fill, and seal using common packing methods (e.g., tape, labels, or heat sealing where appropriate).
- Clear polythene bags for visibility and presentation
- 127 micron thickness (heavy-duty film)
- 500g pack supply format
- Protects contents from dust and handling marks
- Suitable for many industries including warehousing, retail, and manufacturing
Typical Uses
- Packaging and protecting parts, components, and assemblies
- Keeping products clean during storage (shelves, bins, racking)
- Retail back-of-house bagging and organisation
- Order picking and packing where contents must remain visible
- Bundling multiple items together for dispatch
Clear Polythene Bags (500g / 127 micron) — Full Product Guide
Choosing the right polythene bag is about balancing visibility, protection, and practicality. This product is a clear, heavy-duty polythene bag supplied in a 500g pack format, with a film thickness of 127 micron. Below is a practical guide to help you decide if it’s the right fit for your packing process and how to get the best performance from it.
How It Works
Polythene bags provide a simple barrier between your product and the surrounding environment. Once an item is placed inside, the bag helps reduce exposure to dust and handling marks while keeping the contents grouped together. Because the film is clear, you can identify items without opening the bag—helpful for inventory control and faster packing workflows.
Depending on your process, bags can be closed using labels, tape, staples (where suitable), or heat sealing equipment. If you plan to heat seal, ensure your sealing settings match the film thickness and that your equipment is suitable for the material.
Materials and Construction
This listing is for clear polythene bags made from polyethylene film. The key construction detail is the 127 micron thickness, which is a heavier grade than many general-purpose poly bags. A thicker film typically improves durability and helps the bag hold its shape better during filling and handling.
Because polythene is flexible, these bags can accommodate a wide range of product shapes. They’re commonly used for both individual items and grouped sets, especially where you want a clean, professional appearance without hiding the contents.
Understanding Thickness (127 micron)
Film thickness is one of the most important factors in bag performance. At 127 micron, the film is designed for more demanding applications where lighter bags may split or puncture. This can be particularly useful for items with corners, edges, or higher weight, or where bags are handled repeatedly during picking and packing.
If you’re comparing products, note that some suppliers describe thickness using different conventions (for example, “gauge”). This listing specifies thickness in microns, which is a clear and widely used measurement.
Size and Fit Guidance
This product page represents a specific size variant within a broader range. When selecting a bag size, consider:
- Product dimensions: allow enough room for easy insertion without forcing the item into the bag.
- Product shape: irregular shapes may need extra width or length.
- Closure method: leave sufficient excess film at the opening if you plan to tape, label, or heat seal.
- Pack-out efficiency: a well-sized bag can reduce wasted material and improve packing speed.
If you’re unsure, it’s often best to trial a small quantity across your most common items before standardising.
Health and Safety
As with all plastic bags, keep away from babies and small children due to suffocation risk. In workplace settings, ensure bags are stored neatly to avoid slip or trip hazards from loose packaging. If you are packing food or medical items, confirm that the bag specification meets your internal compliance requirements for that application.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
Clear heavy-duty polythene bags are widely used across industries because they’re simple, clean, and efficient. Typical use cases include:
- Warehousing and logistics: pick/pack operations where visibility speeds up checking and dispatch.
- Manufacturing: protecting components and sub-assemblies between production stages.
- Retail and e-commerce: organising stock and presenting items neatly while keeping them protected.
- Maintenance and engineering: storing parts and consumables to keep them clean and grouped.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
These bags are designed for packaging use and are typically used as consumables. Store them in a clean, dry area away from direct sunlight and excessive heat to help maintain film performance. Keep packs sealed or covered when not in use to reduce dust contamination—especially important if you’re packing items that must remain clean.
Case Study (Typical Workflow Example)
Scenario: A small distribution operation needs a clear bag that won’t split during handling and allows staff to confirm contents quickly.
- Items are picked from racking and placed into clear bags at the packing bench.
- Because the film is thicker, bags are less likely to tear when items have sharper edges or when packed tightly.
- Packers apply a label to close the bag and to identify the order line.
- Dispatch staff can visually confirm the contents without opening, reducing errors and rework.
Result: Faster checking, fewer split bags, and a cleaner presentation for customers.
Who Is It For?
- Businesses that need clear visibility of packed items
- Operations that want a heavier-duty bag for tougher handling conditions
- Warehouses and workshops that need simple, flexible protection for parts and products
- Retail and e-commerce teams looking for neat, professional packing
Colours / Features Available
This listing is for clear polythene bags. Clear film is commonly chosen where product identification and presentation are important. If you require tinted, opaque, printed, or specialist anti-static options, check the wider range available on the site.
Sizes Available
Sapphire product pages may represent multiple variants within a family of sizes. Select the size option that best matches your product and packing method. If you need guidance on choosing a size or want to discuss alternative options, contact the team with details of what you’re packing and how you plan to close the bag.