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Transparent Tubular Film – Continuous PE Film for Custom Packaging Lengths

Transparent tubular film as a continuous roll – a clear PE tube for custom packaging lengths. Cut and seal it right where you need it. For long or unusual contents (profiles, pipes, textile rolls, bars).

Other variants in this packaging family: tubular film, extra strong tubular film and food-grade tubular film – each specialising in a particular material, format or application.

Related ranges for other applications: side gusset sacks, extra strong flat bags and DIN A4 delivery note pouches.

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What Is Transparent Tubular Film?

Tubular film is a continuous PE tube on a roll – clear (LDPE) and with no fixed length. It is cut to the required length on site as needed and sealed with a heat sealer (or adhesive tape). This makes it the most flexible packaging solution of all: for contents that are too long or too irregular for standard bags, it is indispensable.

Typical industrial applications: packaging long aluminum profiles, protecting pipes, packaging textile rolls, wooden battens, bars and precision parts of unusual length. Compared to standard bags, tubular film is considerably more cost-effective, since you use only the length you need. It is also the standard for automated packaging lines.

Our transparent tubular film range covers the most important tube widths: 100×0.05 mm to 600×0.15 mm. Standard LDPE film, food-grade to EU 10/2011. Available on rolls in 100–1000 m lengths. With or without a side gusset (gusseted tubular film for bulky contents). For industrial applications, antistatic and ESD-conductive special films are available.

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What Is Transparent Tubular Film Suitable For?

  • Long profiles: aluminum, steel and plastic profiles
  • Pipes & bars: steel pipes, plastic pipes, wooden bars
  • Textile rolls: fabric rolls, carpets, banner rolls
  • Precision parts: long precision shafts, axles
  • Industrial packaging: components of unusual shape
  • High-speed machines: automated packaging lines
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Which Tubular Film Variant Is the Right One?

  • Tube width 100–200 mm: long narrow profiles, small pipes
  • Tube width 200–400 mm: standard industrial applications
  • Tube width 400–600 mm: wide textile rolls, large profiles
  • Film thickness 25–50 microns: standard for light contents
  • Film thickness 60–100 microns: robust for heavy or sharp-edged contents
  • With side gusset: bulky contents (cushioning, textiles)
  • Without side gusset: compact lengthwise packaging
  • Food-grade EU 10/2011: for food applications
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Your Benefits with Transparent Tubular Film from Elke Plastic

We have been importing packaging films directly from the manufacturer since 1972. For tubular film, clear-view quality and consistent film thickness are decisive: an uneven film tears during packaging, a milky one reduces the presentation effect. Our suppliers meet the strict requirements for consistent film quality.

Our packaging specialists advise on the right tube width and film thickness: for narrow profiles 25 microns is enough, for heavy steel parts we recommend 60–100 microns, and for food applications EU 10/2011 variants are mandatory.

Shipping is from our German warehouse. Standard tubular film sizes are usually available immediately from the roll. All customers – B2B and B2C alike – receive tiered pricing; larger quantities with additional volume discounts.

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Shipping & Terms

Shipping from our German warehouse. Standard tubular film sizes are usually available immediately from the roll. All customers – B2B and B2C alike – receive tiered pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions About Transparent Tubular Film

How crystal-clear is transparent tubular film?

LDPE tubular film is highly transparent, but not 100% crystal-clear like PET – it has a slightly milky tinge. The contents are clearly visible and colours are easy to distinguish. For a maximum crystal-clear look (e.g. display packaging), clear PP film is the alternative.

What is transparent tubular film suitable for?

Anywhere the contents should stay visible: visible retail packaging, order picking with visual checks, bundling of profiles/textile rolls, protective packaging of long goods. The continuous form allows any custom length.

Which widths and thicknesses are available in transparent?

Tube widths of approx. 35–1200 mm in 25–200 microns. Thinner films are more transparent and more economical, thicker ones more robust. Calculate the circumference using circumference = 2 × flat width.

Does the film stay clear permanently or does it yellow?

Stored dry and in the dark, LDPE stays clear for years. Under permanent UV exposure (outdoor storage), standard film can become slightly cloudy and brittle after a few months – for this there is UV-stabilised special film.

Is transparent tubular film food-grade?

The food-grade LDPE variant is certified to EU 10/2011 – ideal for visibly packaged foods (baked goods, pasta). Declaration of conformity on request.

Can I print transparent tubular film?

Yes, by flexo printing on the outside – also partially printed, so that a clear viewing area is retained. Printing as a bespoke order with a minimum run.

Transparent or with a window – which is better?

Fully transparent tubular film shows the whole product and is cheaper; packaging with a window combines a printed brand area with partial visibility. For pure visibility and bundling, transparent tubular film is the most economical solution.

How do I seal transparent tubular film?

At both ends with a film sealer (bar or impulse sealer), alternatively with a bag clip or adhesive tape. For clean, tight seams we recommend a bar sealer matched to the film width.

Is transparent tubular film available without a minimum order quantity?

Yes, as a stock item with no minimum order value and tiered pricing, shipped in 1–3 working days from our German warehouse.

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