500G Lay Flat Tubing (LFT)
Lay Flat Tubing (500g / 127µm) — Flexible Polythene Packaging on a Roll
Lay flat tubing is a versatile polythene tube supplied flattened on a roll, designed to let you create protective sleeves and bags to suit the length of the item you’re packing. This listing is for heavy-duty lay flat tubing in the 500g / 127µm (often referred to as 500 gauge) category, ideal when you need a tougher film for reliable protection during storage, handling and transit.
Because lay flat tubing is continuous, you can cut it to the length you need and seal the ends to form a bag, or use it as a sleeve to protect products from dust, light moisture and scuffs. It’s commonly used with heat sealers, bag sealers and shrink/wrap processes depending on your packing method.
Key Features
Made to length (less waste)
Cut exactly what you need for each item, helping reduce excess packaging compared with pre-made bags when your product lengths vary.
Heavy-duty film (127µm / 500g)
A thicker polythene option designed for improved puncture resistance and durability for tougher packing tasks.
Continuous tubing format
Supplied on a roll as flattened tube, allowing fast, repeatable packing workflows—cut, seal, pack, seal.
Protective barrier
Helps protect goods from dust and general handling marks, and provides a practical barrier for storage and distribution.
Compatible with common sealing methods
Typically used with heat sealing equipment to create sealed bags or sleeves (equipment choice depends on your process and required seal strength).
- Cut-to-size protection for variable-length products
- Durable polythene film in the 127µm category
- Efficient packing from a continuous roll format
- Versatile use across warehouse, workshop and dispatch environments
Typical Uses
- Creating custom-length bags for long or irregular items
- Protective sleeves for components, parts and assemblies
- Bundling multiple items together for storage or shipment
- General warehouse and dispatch protection where a heavier film is preferred
Lay Flat Tubing — Full Product Guide
Lay flat tubing is a practical choice when you want the flexibility of making packaging to suit the product rather than forcing the product to fit a fixed bag size. Below is a detailed guide to help you choose, use and get the best results from heavy-duty lay flat tubing.
How It Works
Lay flat tubing is supplied as a continuous tube that has been flattened (so it appears as a double layer on the roll). To create a bag, you typically:
- Cut the tubing to the required length
- Seal one end to form the base
- Insert the product
- Seal the open end to close
If you’re using it as a sleeve, you can cut to length and leave one end open, or seal one end depending on the protection level you need.
Materials and Construction
This product is polythene lay flat tubing in the 500g / 127µm category. Thicker films are commonly selected where improved toughness is required—such as when packing heavier items, products with corners/edges, or goods that will be handled multiple times through a supply chain.
Because the tubing is supplied on a roll, it supports consistent packing processes and can be integrated into bench packing stations or warehouse packing lines.
Choosing the Right Width and Thickness
Width: Choose a lay flat width that comfortably fits around your product. Remember that lay flat width relates to the flattened tube; the usable circumference is larger when opened. If your items vary, selecting a width that accommodates the largest item can simplify operations.
Thickness (127µm): A heavier gauge is typically chosen for added durability. If you’re packing sharp-edged items, heavier products, or goods that may rub during transit, a thicker film can help reduce the risk of punctures and splits.
Floor Type Compatibility
Lay flat tubing is used at packing benches, in warehouses and in production areas rather than being a floor covering. For best results, store rolls in a clean, dry area and keep them off dusty floors where possible to maintain film cleanliness for sealing.
Health and Safety
- Use appropriate guarding and safe operating procedures when cutting film and operating heat sealers.
- Keep polythene packaging away from children and follow your site’s safety guidance for plastic films.
- When heat sealing, ensure adequate ventilation and follow equipment manufacturer instructions.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
Heavy-duty lay flat tubing is commonly used where flexibility and protection are both important:
- Engineering and manufacturing: sleeves or bags for parts, assemblies and components
- Distribution and fulfilment: custom-length packaging for mixed product ranges
- Retail and trade counters: quick creation of protective sleeves for long items
- Storage: dust protection for items held in racking or on shelves
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
- Store rolls away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight.
- Keep the roll edges clean to support consistent sealing.
- Use a sharp cutter for clean edges; ragged cuts can reduce seal quality.
- Match sealer settings to film thickness—test seals at the start of each shift or batch.
Case Study (Typical Workflow Example)
Scenario: A warehouse dispatch team ships a range of long, mixed-length items. Pre-made bags either waste material (too long) or don’t fit (too short).
Approach: The team sets up a bench station with a cutter and heat sealer. They cut lay flat tubing to the required length per order line, seal one end, insert the item, then seal the top.
Outcome: Faster packing for variable-length products, more consistent protection, and reduced need to stock multiple bag sizes.
Who Is It For?
- Businesses packing products with variable lengths
- Operations that want to reduce SKU count by using one roll format across multiple products
- Teams needing a heavier-duty polythene option for tougher handling conditions
Colours / Features Available
This listing is for lay flat tubing in the specified heavy-duty category. If your application requires specific features (for example, tinted film, printed warnings, anti-static properties, or food-contact suitability), choose a product variant that explicitly states those features.
Sizes Available
Lay flat tubing is supplied in size options within this product range. Select the width and roll option that best matches your packing needs. Because it is supplied as continuous tubing, you can create bespoke lengths by cutting to size as required.
Need help choosing? If you share your product dimensions (width, height/thickness, and typical lengths) and whether you’ll heat seal, we can help you select the most suitable lay flat width and film thickness.