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Item # : 948753
Model # : PLT8K
Sealing poly bags with Black Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 8" x 5/32"
- Staples Black Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $23.39
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Item # : 939234
Model # : PLT4W
- Sealing poly bags with plastic twist ties makes bags reusable.
- Ties are made from long-life, easy bending wire coil.
Price is $24.69
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Item # : 948754
Model # : PLT8Y
Sealing poly bags with Yellow Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 8" x 5/32"
- Staples Yellow Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $24.49
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Item # : 948702
Model # : PBT4G
Sealing poly bags with paper twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 4" x 5/32"
- Staples Green Paper Twist Tie
Price is $10.09
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Item # : 948730
Model # : PLT10K
Sealing poly bags with Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 10" x 5/32"
- Staples Black Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $49.59
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Item # : 939239
Model # : PBT6W
- Economical, colored Paper Twist Ties are available in pre-cut lengths.
- Twist Ties feature a long-life, flexible wire coil
Price is $17.19
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Item # : 948738
Model # : PLT12W
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 12" x 5/32"
- Staples White Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $55.09
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Item # : 949225
Model # : PLT7R
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 7" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $33.59
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Item # : 948709
Model # : PBT6CS
Sealing poly bags with Paper Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 6" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Candy Stripe Paper Twist Tie
Price is $46.09
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Item # : 949220
Model # : PLT5W
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 5" x 5/32"
- Staples White Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $34.29
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Item # : 948708
Model # : PBT5Y
Sealing poly bags with paper twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 5" x 5/32"
- Staples Yellow Paper Twist Tie
Price is $46.09
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Item # : 949219
Model # : PLT5R
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 5" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $39.69
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Item # : 949218
Model # : PLT5B
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 5" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $35.63
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Item # : 948749
Model # : PLT7G
Sealing poly bags with Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 7" x 5/32"
- Staples Green Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $32.89
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Item # : 948741
Model # : PLT4K
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 4" x 5/32"
- Staples Black Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $39.49
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Item # : 949209
Model # : PBT7B
Sealing poly bags with Staples Paper Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- Color: Blue
- Ties are made from long-life easy bending wire coil
Price is $17.69
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Item # : 949212
Model # : PBT8B
Sealing poly bags with Staples Paper Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 8" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Paper Twist Tie
Price is $31.19
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Item # : 948750
Model # : PLT7K
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- Black plastic twist tie
- Sealing poly bags with plastic twist ties makes bags reusable
Price is $34.59
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Item # : 949201
Model # : PBT4B
Sealing poly bags with Staples paper twist tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 4" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Paper Twist Tie
Price is $22.09
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Item # : 949207
Model # : PBT6B
Sealing poly bags with Staples Paper Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 6" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Paper Twist Tie
Price is $46.59
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Item # : 948732
Model # : PLT10W
Sealing poly bags with Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 10" x 5/32"
- Staples White Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $49.39
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Item # : 948688
Model # : PBT10CS
Sealing poly bags with Paper Twist Ties make bags reusable.
- Color: Red Candy Stripe
- Ties are made from long-life easy bending wire coil
Price is $53.69
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Item # : 948713
Model # : PBT7CS
Sealing poly bags with Paper Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 7" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Candy Stripe Paper Twist Tie
Price is $17.59
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Item # : 948737
Model # : PLT12R
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 12" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $50.49
Unit of measure 2000/Carton Price per unit $0.02/Case
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Item # : 949228
Model # : PLT8R
Sealing poly bags with Staples Red Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 8" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $40.29
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Item # : 949227
Model # : PLT8B
Sealing poly bags with Staples Blue Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 8" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $45.79
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Item # : 948758
Model # : PLT9R
Sealing poly bags with Red Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 9" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $41.89
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Item # : 948748
Model # : PLT6Y
Sealing poly bags with Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 6" x 5/32"
- Staples Yellow Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $25.89
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Item # : 948728
Model # : PLT10B
Sealing poly bags with Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 10" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $33.19
Unit of measure 2000/Carton Price per unit $0.02/Case
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Item # : 949202
Model # : PBT4R
Sealing poly bags with Staples paper twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 4" x 5/32"
- Staples Red Paper Twist Tie
Price is $17.29
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Item # : 948740
Model # : PLT4G
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 4" x 5/32"
- Staples Green Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $27.09
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Item # : 948757
Model # : PLT9K
Sealing poly bags with Black Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 9" x 5/32"
- Staples Black Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $25.79
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Item # : 949226
Model # : PLT7W
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- Size: 7" x 5/32"
- Staples White Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $45.39
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Item # : 948714
Model # : PBT7G
Sealing poly bags with Paper Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 7" x 5/32"
- Staples Green Paper Twist Tie
Price is $45.49
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Item # : 948733
Model # : PLT10Y
Sealing poly bags with Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 10" x 5/32"
- Staples Yellow Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $48.99
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Item # : 949224
Model # : PLT7B
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 7" x 5/32"
- Staples Blue Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $36.59
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4" Paper Twist Ties White, 2000/Carton (PBT4W) is Out of stock
Item # : 940146
Model # : PBT4W
- Economical, colored Paper Twist Ties are available in pre-cut lengths.
- Twist Ties feature a long-life, flexible wire coil
Price is $10.09
Unit of measure 2000/Carton
12" Plastic Twist Ties, Black, 2000/Carton (PLT12K) is Out of stock
Item # : 948736
Model # : PLT12K
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 12" x 5/32"
- Staples Black Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $50.49
Unit of measure 2000/Carton Price per unit $0.02/Case
6" x 5/32" - Staples White Plastic Twist Tie, 2000/Case is Out of stock
Item # : TPWPLT6W
Sealing poly bags with Staples Plastic Twist Tie makes bags reusable.
- 6" x 5/32"
- Staples White Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $40.78
Unit of measure 1000/Pack
4" Plastic Twist Ties, Yellow 2000/Carton (PLT4Y) is Out of stock
Item # : 948742
Model # : PLT4Y
Sealing poly bags with plastic twist tie makes bags reusable.
- 4" x 5/32"
- Staples Yellow Plastic Twist Tie
Price is $14.69
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Price is $39.99, Regular price was $79.99, You save 50%
Unit of measure 5000/Carton
Free delivery by Wed, Jul 09
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Price is $41.99, Regular price was $68.99, You save 39%
Unit of measure 4000/Carton
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Price is $0.50, Regular price was $2.49, You save 79%
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Price is $0.99, Regular price was $4.59, You save 78%
Unit of measure 12/Box
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Price is $0.99, Regular price was $3.49, You save 71%
Unit of measure 10/Pack
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Price is $15.99, Regular price was $26.14, You save 38%
Unit of measure 1500/Carton
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Price is $16.99, Regular price was $20.59, You save 17%
Unit of measure 100/Box Price per unit $0.17/File Folder
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Price is $33.89, Regular price was $39.89, You save 15%
Unit of measure 12/Pack Price per unit $2.82/Roll
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Price is $60.59
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Price is $82.99
Unit of measure 88/Carton Price per unit $0.94/Pod
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Price is $0.50, Regular price was $3.09, You save 83%
Unit of measure 8/Pack Price per unit $0.06/Pencil
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Price is $24.99, Regular price was $28.79, You save 13%
Unit of measure 500/Box Price per unit $0.05/Envelope
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Price is $1.00, Regular price was $3.79, You save 73%
Unit of measure 3/Pack Price per unit $0.33/Eraser
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Price is $6.99, Regular price was $9.44, You save 25%
Unit of measure 500/Ream
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Unit of measure 10/Pack
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Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.83/Marker
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Price per unit $0.50/Pencil Sharpener
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Price per unit $0.14/Ounces
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Unit of measure 5/Pack Price per unit $0.40/Highlighter
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Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.01/Post-it® Note
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Unit of measure 60/Pack Price per unit $0.12/Pen
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Unit of measure 10/Pack Price per unit $1.60/Correction Tape
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Twist ties are versatile tools with many application. Use them to close plastic bags holding food or gifts to keep items fresh and safe. Keep unwieldy computer and electrical cords in place or tightly seal garbage bags. These ties come in various colors, sizes, and types for different uses. Staples® offers many shipping supplies that complement ties including gift bags, poly bags, bag tape, and shipping tags.
Benefits of Materials Used to Make Ties
Twist ties are made from two materials. Inside is a strip of steel or aluminum wire and outside is a special coating. There are several coating options, which affect use. Paper is the most common material and is often used for gift and bread bags. Vinyl or plastic ties are water repellent, which makes them suitable for closing garbage bags that sit by the roadside in the rain. Some plastic or vinyl coatings are metallic to add pizzazz to presents or gift baskets. Rubber is thick and durable for wrapping around electrical cords or garden hoses.
Types of Ties and Their Uses
Choose from a variety of tie types to help complete specific jobs. Self-locking ties create a tighter hold for bags that need to keep out water, dust, or air. Some ties are wider than the usual 5/32 inches, so users can label objects. Tree ties are green to match foliage when creating bouquets or tying vines on a trellis. Double wire ties provide extra sturdiness for thick contractors bags.
Common Twist Tie Sizes
Ties come in two styles: spools or pre-cut. Spools allow users to cut ties to a desired length and are useful for multiple projects. Pre-cut ties are held together in perforated sheets, called gangs, and vary between 4 to 12 inches long. Smaller ones are a viable option for small goodie bags or covered gift baskets while longer ones work well with garbage bags or electronic cords.
Is There a Way to Twist Many Ties at Once?
A twist tie machine has the ability to close up to 50 ties per minute. Semi-automatic machines use a trigger, while automatic options are hands-free. Some are handheld and lightweight for portability. Table top versions keep hands free to hold items in place. Machines usually use spool type ties and can twist three or four times for tight closure.
Can Ties go in the Oven?
Oven safe ties, like those found alongside oven or roasting bags, are made from heat-rated materials. Only these types are safe to go into a hot oven. Check labels for any information that the product is heat proof before baking them.
Are Twist Ties Recyclable?
Ties are made from two different recyclable materials. You have to remove the coating from the wire and then recycle them separately. Alternatively, reuse ties instead of tossing them in the garbage. They have many extra uses around the home and office and can be used to hang ornaments, fix zippers, hang plants, and keep office supplies safe in storage bags.
Benefits of Materials Used to Make Ties
Twist ties are made from two materials. Inside is a strip of steel or aluminum wire and outside is a special coating. There are several coating options, which affect use. Paper is the most common material and is often used for gift and bread bags. Vinyl or plastic ties are water repellent, which makes them suitable for closing garbage bags that sit by the roadside in the rain. Some plastic or vinyl coatings are metallic to add pizzazz to presents or gift baskets. Rubber is thick and durable for wrapping around electrical cords or garden hoses.
Types of Ties and Their Uses
Choose from a variety of tie types to help complete specific jobs. Self-locking ties create a tighter hold for bags that need to keep out water, dust, or air. Some ties are wider than the usual 5/32 inches, so users can label objects. Tree ties are green to match foliage when creating bouquets or tying vines on a trellis. Double wire ties provide extra sturdiness for thick contractors bags.
Common Twist Tie Sizes
Ties come in two styles: spools or pre-cut. Spools allow users to cut ties to a desired length and are useful for multiple projects. Pre-cut ties are held together in perforated sheets, called gangs, and vary between 4 to 12 inches long. Smaller ones are a viable option for small goodie bags or covered gift baskets while longer ones work well with garbage bags or electronic cords.
Is There a Way to Twist Many Ties at Once?
A twist tie machine has the ability to close up to 50 ties per minute. Semi-automatic machines use a trigger, while automatic options are hands-free. Some are handheld and lightweight for portability. Table top versions keep hands free to hold items in place. Machines usually use spool type ties and can twist three or four times for tight closure.
Can Ties go in the Oven?
Oven safe ties, like those found alongside oven or roasting bags, are made from heat-rated materials. Only these types are safe to go into a hot oven. Check labels for any information that the product is heat proof before baking them.
Are Twist Ties Recyclable?
Ties are made from two different recyclable materials. You have to remove the coating from the wire and then recycle them separately. Alternatively, reuse ties instead of tossing them in the garbage. They have many extra uses around the home and office and can be used to hang ornaments, fix zippers, hang plants, and keep office supplies safe in storage bags.