80 Gauge vs 90 Gauge Stretch Film
80 Gauge vs 90 Gauge Stretch Film
Choose 80 gauge when loads are lightweight and uniform — 80 gauge keeps cost low. Choose 90 gauge when pallets are heavier or awkwardly shaped — 90 gauge improves retention.
80 Gauge options
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18" x 80 Gauge x 375' Cast Hand Stretch Film - Quiet Wrap, 4/Case
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3" x 80 Gauge x 1000' Clear Bundling Stretch Film - Cost-Effective Hand Wrap, Case of 18
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12" x 80 Gauge Cast Hand Stretch Film 1500' - Quiet Wrap, Case of 4
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12" x 80 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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5" x 80 Gauge x 1000' Clear Bundling Stretch Film - Case of 12
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15" Extended Core Cast Stretch Film 80 Gauge 1000' - Ready-to-Use Hand Wrap, Case of 4
90 Gauge options
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12" x 90 Gauge Cast Hand Stretch Film 1500' - Quiet Wrap, Case of 4
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20" x 90 Gauge Cast Machine Stretch Film 5000' Roll - Ultra Clear Pallet Wrap
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18" x 90 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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20" x 90 Gauge x 1000' Extended Core Cast Stretch Film - Ready-to-Use Hand Wrap, 4-Pack
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15" x 90 Gauge Cast Hand Stretch Film 1500' - Quiet Wrap, 250% Stretch, Case of 4
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18" x 90 Gauge x 1500' Cast Hand Stretch Film - Quiet Wrap, Case of 4
When to use
- Deciding between 80 Gauge and 90 Gauge for a new SKU or packaging refresh.
- Cost, protection, and throughput tradeoffs.
When not to use
- Edge cases where neither option fits — check the related guides.