Impulse sealer HELP!

sleepwalker · 04-11-05, 18:39

ok ok ok i have no injector sites and no impulse sealer but a shitload of bags .wadooado?they have breathable patches on them for air exchange but dont want to make to much air exchange so the subtrate wont dry all to hell so polyfill and the tube with rubberband thing might be a little much ..i dont know what to do.first time using them so any experts on the bags come foward and speak your wisdom....peace....

Odin 13 · 04-11-05, 21:20

fold over bag opening and wrap w rubber band. Inject directly into bag & seal w tape.

highflyer · 04-13-05, 21:18

Mycotopia Web Archive: Spawn-Bags

First, save up and get an impulse sealer. It will save you alot of time.
Secondly, Id g2g into the spawnbag. It will allow you alot more spawn, alot more quickly.

highflyer · 04-13-05, 21:19

G2G will also save bags because of the higher volumes of substrate in each.

sleepwalker · 04-14-05, 00:26

yeah i was thinking of using thick myc syringes and injecting the bags.i know impulse sealer would def save on time.very true that g2g would save in time since theres allot more subtrate in the bags it would def take awhile to colonize.thanx for the link highflyer.....peace...

~Hippie3 · 04-14-05, 05:46

there's a sealer uo for trade in MarketPlace forum here

b4 i got mine
i used an iron on low setting to seal bags

sleepwalker · 04-14-05, 19:02

iron coll idea i got some prints fer trade let me go see.thanx for the heads up.peace..hey hippie if you ever get back to this post how do i donate.....peace....

ill eagle · 05-04-05, 16:07

Whats the difference between an impulse sealer and a food vacuum sealer? The food vacuum sealers are for PE (poly ethylene?). Do you think they would work on the PP (poly propylene?) spawn bags? My only concern is that perhaps the food sealers don't get hot enough to fuse the PP spawn bags??

shedthemonkey · 05-04-05, 16:45

the foodsaver brand is an impulse sealer hooked into a vacuum channel. works the same exact way, just has the electronics to pull the vacuum then seal the bag. some impulse sealers are more easily adjusted to thickness and type of plastic.

ill eagle · 05-04-05, 17:00

Thanks,
Just wasn't sure if the heating element could deal with both types of plastic. A store nearby has a sale for the food-saver type - $25.

05-04-05, 17:04

I don't use either. Electrical cable ties work great for sealing, and they can be cut off so you can reuse the bag. The black ones are rated for high temp and don't melt in the PC. Bailing wire also works if you twist it tight. Just a suggestion as they're cheap.
RR

ill eagle · 05-04-05, 17:37

Thanks for the tip Rodger, I'll give that a shot also. I was thinking of a sealer just so I could seal some air in the bag, not sure if it's really necessary though but would make shaking a little easier. Can you pull the tie tight enough to make it truly airtight?

~Hippie3 · 05-07-05, 14:53

a decent impulse sealer is a handy device with many uses,
mine has adjustable temp control so it handles many grades/thicknesses
of plastic.
i do leave some air in spawn bags,
no vacume needed unless you're storing shrooms.

prism · 08-02-07, 06:35

I am in the market for a good inexpensive impulse sealer. Any suggestions are appreciated.

Mermaidia · 08-02-07, 06:45

Have you checked e-bay or the local office stores in your area?
I checked Staples on line and they seemed a bit pricey. But i would bet that you could more than likely find one in your price range on e-bay.
Best of luck to you!

prism · 08-02-07, 07:10

Will this work?

16" High Capacity Foot Pedal Heat Sealer Impulse Sealer - (item 190137182108 end time Aug-08-07 07:33:39 PDT)

suckerfree · 08-02-07, 07:34

I got one for 40 bucks at Kohls. (food sealer)

dunno about the one in the pic, looks either old or professional.

~Hippie3 · 08-02-07, 07:41

Boxes, Shipping Boxes, Shipping Supplies, Packaging Materials, Cardboard Boxes - ULINE

prism · 08-02-07, 08:13

My friend put in a bid on it, If it is what Hip linked me then it is well worth it. Those same ones on Uline are like 150-400 bucks a piece I am thinking that spawn bags are way less trouble than jars as far as stealth. I have a feeling that if uncle sam finds my friends mason jar collection it might be a tip off. Any other uses for impulse sealers would be appreciated. Thanks!

~Hippie3 · 08-02-07, 08:17

sealing bags of food for freezing

prism · 08-02-07, 08:33

If my friend gets it I'll let ya'll know if its good.

PsychoDrogue · 08-02-07, 13:43

i have a non foot pedal version made by the same company as the one your friend is bidding on. It works well. dont even need to turn it up passed level 3 or 4 to do most hobby related seals. you need to turn it down below 1 to do a ziplock baggie without burning threw it.

prism · 08-03-07, 06:13

What is the company that it is made by? He doesn't say on E-Bay

~Hippie3 · 08-03-07, 06:19

Tabletop Poly Bag Sealer - Impulse - Uline

$88
the repair kits extend life considerably,
re-built mine twice so far,
in about 3 years,
proly done 2-3 thousand bags with it
for mycrotopia .

Aqua Velva · 02-09-08, 04:36

I'm looking to buy a new impulse sealer and was wondering why there is such a huge fluctuation in prices. Is there a noticeable difference in quality between a $40 12" sealer and $150 12" sealer with the same specs?

bear · 02-09-08, 08:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aqua Velva

I'm looking to buy a new impulse sealer and was wondering why there is such a huge fluctuation in prices. Is there a noticeable difference in quality between a $40 12" sealer and $150 12" sealer with the same specs?

I don't know, but I bought the cheap one and it's fine (though to be honest its a really nice sealer) the best deals can be had by people trying to unload property rather than sellers selling things.... also - if I was to go back and do it again I would have bought a wider sealer..cause mine is lame.

Bear

isca · 02-09-08, 11:05

i got a cheap one i got off of ebay for 36 bucks. work fine. some of them comes with cutting option also maybe that is where the high price comes in. mine doesn't come with cutting option, just seal! i can do the cutting myself though.

TastyBeverage · 02-09-08, 11:52

I have this little handheld device called a Eurosealer that is like a like a clamp with a wire that you press down against a pad and drag across the bag to seal it. It's a little clumsy, but it was only $6.99 new at Bed Bath & Beyond and takes AA batteries.

bugs · 02-09-08, 13:45

I bought a Harbor Freight 15 1/2" sealer, and it's been working great for over a year now. It's ITEM 43477-2VGA at harborfreight.com and is only $39.99.

tomstevens · 02-09-08, 17:21

$39.99 is very cheap and looks like your best bet...go with harbor freight..

Aqua Velva · 02-09-08, 18:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by bugs

I bought a Harbor Freight 15 1/2" sealer, and it's been working great for over a year now. It's ITEM 43477-2VGA at harborfreight.com and is only $39.99.

That is actually where I purchased my last one at. Their prices are definitely great even with shipping added. I know these work well, but after a little over a year of frequent use, the heating element keeps burning through the teflon. The element seems to have hot spots. Before someone asks- Yes, I have replaced the heating element and teflon (twice now). It works fine for about 10-20 seals, then starts burning through the teflon again.

I was just hoping that maybe someone out there would know if there was a difference with the more expensive models.

TVCasualty · 02-09-08, 19:25

I'm guessing most of us around here don't have much experience with the expensive version of anything available cheap at Harbor Freight, but that more $$$ means fewer little headaches like the hot spots, at least that's the hope. You get what you pay for... IF you're lucky!

~Hippie3 · 02-09-08, 19:28

i got mine from Boxes, Shipping Boxes, Shipping Supplies, Packaging Materials, Cardboard Boxes - ULINE
literally have triple sealed thousands of bags
bought their rebuild kit to replace worn out parts
and back to work.
had it 3 years now.
i recommend them highly.

Aqua Velva · 02-09-08, 19:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hippie3

i got mine from Boxes, Shipping Boxes, Shipping Supplies, Packaging Materials, Cardboard Boxes - ULINE
literally have triple sealed thousands of bags
bought their rebuild kit to replace worn out parts
and back to work.
had it 3 years now.
i recommend them highly.

THANK YOU HIP! That is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Uline is one of the vendors I was looking at. With as many bags as I'm sure you have sealed, I know I can trust your opinion on this.

sandman · 02-10-08, 10:29

i guess im the only maroon that spent $125 on a 12" sealer....as far as I can see from the pictures of the $40 ones, they look the same to me. D'oh!

tomstevens · 02-10-08, 10:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by sandman

i guess im the only maroon that spent $125 on a 12" sealer....as far as I can see from the pictures of the $40 ones, they look the same to me. D'oh!

No Sandman I spent about 120 on mine as well...but it works like a charm...over 500 bags and counting...

bugs · 02-10-08, 12:18

Can't say I've had any troubles with the HF sealer, but then I've only sealed maybe 50 bags with it. Just lucky I guess.

Yeah, uline is good stuff, and in general you do get what you pay for.

Kreat · 03-28-08, 17:52

I was looking through a catalog when i cam upon this little gadget. I know its not as good as an impulse sealer, but for the money I think its worth a shot. Theres a retail store by me who has these in stock and I plan on buying one as I have some bags coming in. I'll let everyone know how they work.

Has anyone tried this thing before?
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=95863

abbr. · 03-28-08, 18:09

I am interested in hearing how this works.
It says good to 4 mil.
And its cheap enough to try.
I was kind of "Sticker Shocked" when I looked
at impulse sealers at the store.
I'm sure they can be found cheaper,
but I just thought they were much less!
G'Luck

Defiance · 03-28-08, 18:15

Yeah, that looks like it's worth a shot.

I just use a hot glue gun myself.

bugs · 03-28-08, 18:41

Clever little thing. Good price. Got me curious.

If I were going to seal many bags with it, I think I'd invest in a couple of rechargeable batteries. I bet that thing eats 'em like crazy.

atb · 03-28-08, 18:44

I bought 2 of those, they were fairly bad quality. and it burned the plastic allot. but it could be the brand that makes the difference

Lazlo · 03-28-08, 18:57

Eh, no. Get something reliable when it comes to buying an impulse sealer. You definitely get what you pay for when it comes to impulse sealers. Electronics in general really. Check ebay.

bugs · 03-28-08, 19:05

As mentioned in another thread, I got the Harbor Freight sealer (regular type). Low price, and I've had no problems, but others have had various issues with fast wear-out and questionable seals.

That little unit is probably like those things in the infomercials. Looks like the best thing since canned beer, but never works when you get it. Though for 3.99 I'm almost tempted. But, when you think about the time and effort in making spawn bags, good tools are worth it.

Do it right, or give Hip the business.

malefacter · 03-28-08, 20:02

i got an expencive mounted seeler with a foot pedel from ebay and it did

not work at all

~Hippie3 · 03-28-08, 20:19

try Boxes, Shipping Boxes, Shipping Supplies, Packaging Materials, Cardboard Boxes - ULINE

JadeAsp · 04-02-08, 12:28

A clothes iron works at least as well as an impulse sealer. You need to put the end of the bag in a fold of paper and iron over the paper 1-2 cm from the end of the bag. The iron should be at maximum power and you should iron for half a minute or so. After that, let it cool a bit and remove the excess paper. You are left with a solid seal with the plastic fused together and the paper stuck to it. And after you use the bag you can just cut off the 1-2 cm that are fused and use the bag again.

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04-11-05, 18:39	#1 (permalink)
sleepwalker Mycotopiate Join Date: Sep 1972 Posts: 412	no impulse sealer and no injector site bags ok ok ok i have no injector sites and no impulse sealer but a shitload of bags .wadooado?they have breathable patches on them for air exchange but dont want to make to much air exchange so the subtrate wont dry all to hell so polyfill and the tube with rubberband thing might be a little much ..i dont know what to do.first time using them so any experts on the bags come foward and speak your wisdom....peace....

04-13-05, 21:18	#3 (permalink)
highflyer Mycotopiate Join Date: Apr 1971 Posts: 416	Mycotopia Web Archive: Spawn-Bags First, save up and get an impulse sealer. It will save you alot of time. Secondly, Id g2g into the spawnbag. It will allow you alot more spawn, alot more quickly. __________________ "A probable impossibility is preferable to an improbable possibility." - Aristotle Last edited by Hippie3; 03-28-08 at 20:21.

04-13-05, 21:19	#4 (permalink)
highflyer Mycotopiate Join Date: Apr 1971 Posts: 416	G2G will also save bags because of the higher volumes of substrate in each. __________________ "A probable impossibility is preferable to an improbable possibility." - Aristotle

05-04-05, 16:07	#8 (permalink)
ill eagle Mycophiliac Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 84	impulse sealer vs. vacuum sealer Whats the difference between an impulse sealer and a food vacuum sealer? The food vacuum sealers are for PE (poly ethylene?). Do you think they would work on the PP (poly propylene?) spawn bags? My only concern is that perhaps the food sealers don't get hot enough to fuse the PP spawn bags?? __________________ Tune in, Turn on, Take over!!

04-11-05, 21:20	#2 (permalink)
Odin 13 Exciteable Boy! Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 136	fold over bag opening and wrap w rubber band. Inject directly into bag & seal w tape.

04-14-05, 00:26	#5 (permalink)
sleepwalker Mycotopiate Join Date: Sep 1972 Posts: 412	yeah i was thinking of using thick myc syringes and injecting the bags.i know impulse sealer would def save on time.very true that g2g would save in time since theres allot more subtrate in the bags it would def take awhile to colonize.thanx for the link highflyer.....peace...

04-14-05, 05:46	#6 (permalink)
~Hippie3 DUNG DEALER Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 42,760	there's a sealer uo for trade in MarketPlace forum here b4 i got mine i used an iron on low setting to seal bags

04-14-05, 19:02	#7 (permalink)
sleepwalker Mycotopiate Join Date: Sep 1972 Posts: 412	iron coll idea i got some prints fer trade let me go see.thanx for the heads up.peace..hey hippie if you ever get back to this post how do i donate.....peace....

05-04-05, 16:45	#9 (permalink)
shedthemonkey Mycotopiate Join Date: Sep 1972 Posts: 1,427	the foodsaver brand is an impulse sealer hooked into a vacuum channel. works the same exact way, just has the electronics to pull the vacuum then seal the bag. some impulse sealers are more easily adjusted to thickness and type of plastic. __________________ A Buddhist walks up to a Hot Dog Stand and says "Make me one with everything."

05-04-05, 17:00	#10 (permalink)
ill eagle Mycophiliac Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 84	Thanks, Just wasn't sure if the heating element could deal with both types of plastic. A store nearby has a sale for the food-saver type - $25. __________________ Tune in, Turn on, Take over!!

05-04-05, 17:04	#11 (permalink)
~Peter Cottontail Guest Posts: n/a	I don't use either. Electrical cable ties work great for sealing, and they can be cut off so you can reuse the bag. The black ones are rated for high temp and don't melt in the PC. Bailing wire also works if you twist it tight. Just a suggestion as they're cheap. RR

05-04-05, 17:37	#12 (permalink)
ill eagle Mycophiliac Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 84	Thanks for the tip Rodger, I'll give that a shot also. I was thinking of a sealer just so I could seal some air in the bag, not sure if it's really necessary though but would make shaking a little easier. Can you pull the tie tight enough to make it truly airtight? __________________ Tune in, Turn on, Take over!!

05-07-05, 14:53	#13 (permalink)
~Hippie3 DUNG DEALER Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 42,760	a decent impulse sealer is a handy device with many uses, mine has adjustable temp control so it handles many grades/thicknesses of plastic. i do leave some air in spawn bags, no vacume needed unless you're storing shrooms.

08-02-07, 06:35	#14 (permalink)
prism Running from My Mycelium Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 4,291	Impulse sealer HELP! I am in the market for a good inexpensive impulse sealer. Any suggestions are appreciated. __________________ No matter how pretty the fire is, dont touch it!

08-02-07, 06:45	#15 (permalink)
Mermaidia Comfortably Numb Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 4,021	Have you checked e-bay or the local office stores in your area? I checked Staples on line and they seemed a bit pricey. But i would bet that you could more than likely find one in your price range on e-bay. Best of luck to you! __________________ Real tears are not those that fall from the eyes and cover the face but those that fall from the heart and cover the soul.

08-02-07, 07:10	#16 (permalink)
prism Running from My Mycelium Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 4,291	Will this work? 16" High Capacity Foot Pedal Heat Sealer Impulse Sealer - (item 190137182108 end time Aug-08-07 07:33:39 PDT) __________________ No matter how pretty the fire is, dont touch it!

08-02-07, 07:34	#17 (permalink)
suckerfree KEY MASTER Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 3,030	I got one for 40 bucks at Kohls. (food sealer) dunno about the one in the pic, looks either old or professional. __________________

08-02-07, 07:41	#18 (permalink)
~Hippie3 DUNG DEALER Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 42,760	Boxes, Shipping Boxes, Shipping Supplies, Packaging Materials, Cardboard Boxes - ULINE

08-02-07, 08:13	#19 (permalink)
prism Running from My Mycelium Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 4,291	My friend put in a bid on it, If it is what Hip linked me then it is well worth it. Those same ones on Uline are like 150-400 bucks a piece I am thinking that spawn bags are way less trouble than jars as far as stealth. I have a feeling that if uncle sam finds my friends mason jar collection it might be a tip off. Any other uses for impulse sealers would be appreciated. Thanks! __________________ No matter how pretty the fire is, dont touch it!

08-02-07, 08:17	#20 (permalink)
~Hippie3 DUNG DEALER Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 42,760	sealing bags of food for freezing

08-02-07, 08:33	#21 (permalink)
prism Running from My Mycelium Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 4,291	If my friend gets it I'll let ya'll know if its good. __________________ No matter how pretty the fire is, dont touch it!

08-02-07, 13:43	#22 (permalink)
PsychoDrogue Mycotopiate Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,431	i have a non foot pedal version made by the same company as the one your friend is bidding on. It works well. dont even need to turn it up passed level 3 or 4 to do most hobby related seals. you need to turn it down below 1 to do a ziplock baggie without burning threw it.

08-03-07, 06:13	#23 (permalink)
prism Running from My Mycelium Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 4,291	What is the company that it is made by? He doesn't say on E-Bay __________________ No matter how pretty the fire is, dont touch it!

08-03-07, 06:19	#24 (permalink)
~Hippie3 DUNG DEALER Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 42,760	Tabletop Poly Bag Sealer - Impulse - Uline $88 the repair kits extend life considerably, re-built mine twice so far, in about 3 years, proly done 2-3 thousand bags with it for mycrotopia .

02-09-08, 04:36	#25 (permalink)
Aqua Velva One Day At a Time Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 139	Impulse Sealer Pricing I'm looking to buy a new impulse sealer and was wondering why there is such a huge fluctuation in prices. Is there a noticeable difference in quality between a $40 12" sealer and $150 12" sealer with the same specs? __________________ - AV

02-09-08, 11:05	#27 (permalink)
isca Former Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 32	i got a cheap one i got off of ebay for 36 bucks. work fine. some of them comes with cutting option also maybe that is where the high price comes in. mine doesn't come with cutting option, just seal! i can do the cutting myself though.

02-09-08, 11:52	#28 (permalink)
TastyBeverage Editor Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 3,524	I have this little handheld device called a Eurosealer that is like a like a clamp with a wire that you press down against a pad and drag across the bag to seal it. It's a little clumsy, but it was only $6.99 new at Bed Bath & Beyond and takes AA batteries.

02-09-08, 13:45	#29 (permalink)
bugs GO LEMMINGS GO! Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,884	I bought a Harbor Freight 15 1/2" sealer, and it's been working great for over a year now. It's ITEM 43477-2VGA at harborfreight.com and is only $39.99. __________________ Bagseed is like a box o' chocolates. Ya never know what you're gonna get.

02-09-08, 17:21	#30 (permalink)
tomstevens Mycophage Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 198	$39.99 is very cheap and looks like your best bet...go with harbor freight.. __________________ Magna res est vocis et silentii temperamentum - Seneca the Younger

02-09-08, 19:25	#32 (permalink)
TVCasualty Embrace Your Damage Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 5,386	I'm guessing most of us around here don't have much experience with the expensive version of anything available cheap at Harbor Freight, but that more $$$ means fewer little headaches like the hot spots, at least that's the hope. You get what you pay for... IF you're lucky!

02-09-08, 19:28	#33 (permalink)
~Hippie3 DUNG DEALER Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 42,760	i got mine from Boxes, Shipping Boxes, Shipping Supplies, Packaging Materials, Cardboard Boxes - ULINE literally have triple sealed thousands of bags bought their rebuild kit to replace worn out parts and back to work. had it 3 years now. i recommend them highly.

02-10-08, 10:29	#35 (permalink)
sandman l̈́͂̏̔ͯ̒͒͊͒̃ͮ̍̍̚ȏ̾̂̉̍́ ͒͛́ Join Date: Apr 1972 Posts: 2,086	i guess im the only maroon that spent $125 on a 12" sealer....as far as I can see from the pictures of the $40 ones, they look the same to me. D'oh! __________________ Dreams are real. But they are made of viewpoints, of images, of memories and puns and lost hopes

02-10-08, 12:18	#37 (permalink)
bugs GO LEMMINGS GO! Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,884	Can't say I've had any troubles with the HF sealer, but then I've only sealed maybe 50 bags with it. Just lucky I guess. Yeah, uline is good stuff, and in general you do get what you pay for. __________________ Bagseed is like a box o' chocolates. Ya never know what you're gonna get.

03-28-08, 17:52	#38 (permalink)
Kreat Mycotopiate Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 274	Cheap Alternative to Impulse Sealer I was looking through a catalog when i cam upon this little gadget. I know its not as good as an impulse sealer, but for the money I think its worth a shot. Theres a retail store by me who has these in stock and I plan on buying one as I have some bags coming in. I'll let everyone know how they work. Has anyone tried this thing before? http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=95863 __________________ Favorite LC Tek Critter Country Tek