120G Lay Flat Tubing (LFT)
9" Lay Flat Tubing (229mm) — 120G / 30 micron (30mu) Film
Lay flat tubing is a continuous tube of polythene film supplied on a roll. It lets you create custom-length bags and sleeves on demand: simply pull off the length you need, cut, and heat seal one or both ends. This 9" (229mm) lay flat tubing is supplied in a light-duty 120G / 30 micron film, making it a practical choice for fast, economical protection and presentation of a wide range of products.
Because lay flat tubing is a configurable packaging format, it’s ideal when you need flexibility—one roll can cover many different pack lengths, helping reduce the number of pre-made bag sizes you keep in stock.
Key Features
Make any length you need:
Cut and seal to create bespoke bags or sleeves for products of varying lengths—great for mixed product ranges and changing order profiles.
Lightweight 30 micron film:
120G / 30mu polythene provides a thin, economical barrier against dust and handling marks, suited to light-duty protection and presentation.
Efficient stock holding:
Replace multiple bag sizes with one tubing width, reducing storage space and simplifying purchasing.
Compatible with common sealing methods:
Typically used with impulse sealers or heat sealers to create strong, neat seals (seal performance depends on equipment settings and packing conditions).
Clean, professional presentation:
Creates a tidy, close-fitting pack when cut to length—useful for retail, kitting, and internal packing operations.
- Custom-length packaging from a single roll
- 120G / 30 micron light-duty polythene film
- 9" (229mm) layflat width for consistent pack sizing
- Heat-sealable for quick bag making and sealing
- Ideal for kitting and pick/pack where lengths vary
Typical Uses
- Creating custom-length bags for small parts, components, and fittings
- Protective sleeves for printed materials, manuals, and stationery packs
- Packaging textiles and lightweight goods where a simple barrier is required
- Bundling and overwrapping multiple items together (multipacks)
- General dust covers and handling protection in warehouses and workshops
9" Lay Flat Tubing — Full Product Guide
Introduction
Lay flat tubing is designed for speed and flexibility. Instead of choosing a pre-made bag length, you create the pack size at the point of use. This is especially helpful for operations that pack a variety of product lengths, run short batches, or want to reduce the number of packaging SKUs on the shelf.
How It Works
Lay flat tubing arrives as a flattened tube on a roll. In use, you typically:
- Pull the tubing from the roll to the required length
- Seal one end (if you’re making a bag from scratch)
- Cut to length
- Insert the product
- Seal the open end to close the pack
This workflow makes it easy to produce consistent packaging while still allowing you to tailor the length to each item.
Materials and Construction
This product is polythene lay flat tubing in a 120G / 30 micron thickness. Polythene film is widely used for protective packaging because it is lightweight, flexible, and heat-sealable. The 30 micron thickness is generally considered a thinner, economical option—well suited to light-duty protection and presentation where heavy abrasion resistance is not the primary requirement.
Film Thickness: What 120G / 30 micron Means
Suppliers often describe film thickness using either gauge (G) or microns (mu). For this product, the listing indicates 120G and 30mu, which are commonly used together to describe a thin film suitable for everyday packaging tasks.
Width and Fit (Layflat Width Explained)
The stated width is 9" (229mm) layflat. Layflat width refers to the measurement across the flattened tube. When opened, the tubing forms a sleeve with a circumference approximately double the layflat width. Choosing the right width helps ensure your product fits comfortably without excessive loose film.
Practical tip:
If your product is bulky or irregularly shaped, allow extra room for easy insertion and to avoid stressing the film at corners or edges.
Floor Type Compatibility
Lay flat tubing is used across many packing environments—from small packing benches to warehouse dispatch areas. It pairs well with:
- Bench-top packing stations
- Pick/pack and kitting lines
- Goods-in and internal protection workflows
- Retail back-of-house packing areas
Because it’s supplied on a roll, it can be mounted on a dispenser or used directly from the carton depending on your setup.
Health and Safety
- Heat sealing: Use appropriate PPE and follow your sealer manufacturer’s guidance. Sealing bars can be hot and can cause burns.
- Cutting: Use safe cutting tools and procedures when trimming tubing to length.
- Suffocation hazard: Keep plastic packaging away from babies and children.
- Product suitability: If you intend to use tubing for food, medical, or regulated applications, confirm the required compliance and suitability for direct contact before use.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
This 30 micron lay flat tubing is typically chosen for light-duty packaging where speed and flexibility matter:
- Small parts and components: Create neat, sealed packs for screws, fixings, fittings, and general hardware.
- Printed items: Protect manuals, leaflets, and stationery from dust and handling.
- Textiles and soft goods: Provide a clean protective sleeve for garments and accessories.
- Multipacks: Bundle items together for internal distribution or retail preparation.
When to consider a thicker film:
If your products are heavy, sharp-edged, or likely to experience rough handling in transit, a thicker tubing may be more appropriate to reduce puncture risk.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
- Storage: Keep rolls clean and dry, away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight.
- Handling: Avoid dragging film across rough surfaces to reduce scuffing or tearing.
- Sealer setup: Seal quality depends on dwell time, temperature/impulse setting, and pressure. If seals are weak or wrinkled, adjust settings gradually and test.
- Dispensing: Using a roll holder/dispenser can improve speed and reduce film waste.
Case Study (Typical Workflow Example)
A small kitting operation packs mixed-length components for service engineers. Instead of stocking multiple bag lengths, the team uses lay flat tubing at a fixed width and cuts each pack to the exact length needed. This reduces packaging SKUs, speeds up packing during peak periods, and keeps packs tidy and consistent for field use.
Who is it for?
- Warehouses and dispatch teams needing flexible, on-demand bag lengths
- Manufacturers and assemblers packing components and sub-assemblies
- Retail and e-commerce operations creating neat protective sleeves
- Kitting and fulfilment teams looking to simplify packaging inventory
Colours / Features Available
This listing is for lay flat tubing in polythene film. If you require specific features (e.g., tinted film, printed warnings, anti-static, or food-contact suitability), please check the available options on the product page or contact us to confirm what variants are offered under this product family.
Sizes Available
This product page may represent multiple variants within the same lay flat tubing range. Select the required option from the variant list (for example, different roll quantities or related configurations). If you need guidance choosing the best width or film thickness for your application, share your product dimensions and packing method and we’ll help you select the most suitable option.