Cast vs Blown Stretch Film
Cast vs Blown Stretch Film
Choose cast when you want quiet unwind, clear film, and lowest cost per pallet. Choose blown when you need maximum load retention and tear resistance on heavy pallets.
Cast options
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18" x 80 Gauge x 375' Cast Hand Stretch Film - Quiet Wrap, 4/Case
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12" x 80 Gauge Cast Hand Stretch Film 1500' - Quiet Wrap, Case of 4
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15" Extended Core Cast Stretch Film 80 Gauge 1000' - Ready-to-Use Hand Wrap, Case of 4
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20" x 75 Gauge Cast Machine Stretch Film 5000' Roll - Ultra Clear Pallet Wrap
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15" x 70 Gauge Cast Hand Stretch Film 1500' - Quiet Wrap, 250% Stretch, Case of 4
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18" x 70 Gauge Cast Hand Stretch Film 1500' - Quiet Wrap, 4/Case
Blown options
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12" x 80 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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15" x 70 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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18" x 70 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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18" x 60 Gauge x 2000' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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18" x 80 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
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15" x 80 Gauge x 1500' Blown Hand Stretch Film - Puncture Resistant, Case of 4
When to use
- Deciding between Cast and Blown 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.