Flat Bags: side seal, bottom seal, perforated rolls, header packs

DIMENSIONS: width x length

The WIDTH is measured across the opening of the bag.

The LENGTH is measured from the opening of the bag to its base.

All measurements refer to interior dimensions.

EG: A bag that is referred to as: 12 x 15 means that the WIDTH is 12" and the LENGTH is 15".

Gusseted Bags: side or bottom gusset

A gusset is a fold on the bag that gives added depth by creating either expandable sides or bottom.

SIDE GUSSET DIMENSIONS: width x depth (side gusset) x length

BOTTOM GUSSET DIMENSIONS: width x length x depth (bottom gusset)

The WIDTH is measured across the opening of the bag.

The DEPTH is measured across the gusset (side or bottom) of the bag when the gusset is EXTENDED.

The LENGTH is measured from the opening of the bag to its base.

All measurements refer to interior dimensions.

Ziplock Bags

Ziplock bags have a reclosable seal just inside the opening of the bag.

All bags have a standard 1" lip above the ziplock closure.

DIMENSIONS: Width x length

The WIDTH is measured across the opening of the bag, inside the zipper seal.

The LENGTH is is measured from the bottom of the bag to the BOTTOM of the ziplock seal.

Typical Thicknesses for Low Density Bags

Light weight bags: 0.8 - 1.25 mil
Typical uses: Produce bags. Ideal for economical coverage of lightweight products.
Standard weight bags: 1.5 mil
Typical uses: food, scratch protection, storing, display.
Medium weight commercial bags: 2.0 mil
Typical uses: foods, garments, shipping.
Heavy weight bags: 3 - 5 mil
Typical uses: parts, for shipping scuff and tear resistance
Extra-heavy weight bags: 6 - 8 mil
Typical uses: tools, metal products, total protection of heaviest products