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Fromm P380 Pneumatic Sealless Plastic Strapping Tool

The Fromm P380 is a pneumatic sealless poly strapping tool made for 1/2 to 3/4 inch straps. It is ideally suited for banding irregular shaped and round objects. The tensioning force can be adjusted for different types of applications. The tool weighs just 15 lbs, offers up to 75% seal strength, and delivers friction weld seal.

Applications of P380

The P380 Tool is the perfect poly bander for round, irregular shaped and small loads. This is possible because of the improved tool design. It has a design with separated feedwheel and welder. Because the foot becomes smaller, the combo tool can be easily pulled out from tight straps. This is why the P380 has become the proven strapping tool for bars, pipes, and other round loads having smaller diameter bunks.

Technical Specifications

The main technical specifications of the battery powered poly strapping tool are as following:

Strapping Type: Polyester and polypropylene straps
Strapping Size: Width 1/2 to 3/4 inch, thickness 0.016 to 0.053 inch
Weight: 15 lbs (6.8 kg)
Tension Force: 135 to 450 lbs (adjustable)
Tensioning Speed: 4.7 to 10.2 inch per second
Seal Type: Friction Weld
Seal Strength: Maximum 75% (based on strap)
Peak Air Pressure: 87 psi or 6.0 bar

The pneumatic component in terms of power and its lightweight of 15 lbs makes the P380 Tool a unique tool that is designed for case of application and versatility.

Advantages

The main advantages of using the Fromm P380 are as following:

There is no need for seals.
Using poly strapping helps in making big savings over steel strapping in the long term.
It has properties similar to battery powered combination tools.
As a combo tool it makes polyester strapping easier and faster compared to separate tensioner and sealer.
More reliable friction weld seal than seal-based joints.
Perfectly suited for round and small packages or objects.
Highly rugged design for durability.

Accessories for Fromm P380

There are many optional accessories for the P380 that help in increasing speed, ease and efficiency for strapping applications. These include:

Strapping Trolley – Allows easier and quicker handling/unwinding of plastic strapping. It will ensure that the band doesn’t get carried incorrectly.
Compressor – Connect the P380 Tool to standard and silent compressors.
Protective Corners – These angular cardboard/plastic accessories are ideal for protecting fragile loads.

The P380 Tool is the perfect pneumatic strapping tool for 1/2 and 3/4 inch PET and PP straps. It is one of those rare pneumatic tools that is lightweight and offers adjustable tensioning force.

All Types of Durable Poly Strapping

Poly Strapping is the perfect option for multiple applications when shipping a wide range of products. It is commonly used along with stretch film for stabilizing load. The strap can also be used for bundling products for retail sales. Polyester strapping is considered perfect for heavier loads and can also be used as an alternative for metal strapping.

Types of Plastic Strapping

Different types of plastic strapping are available for different types of applications:

Polypropylene Straps – This is the most commonly used strapping for both machine and hand strapping applications. It is available in a wide range of sizes and widths.
Polyester Straps – Polyester straps work as the perfect substitute for steel strapping. They provide high level of tensile strength without costing as much as their steel counterparts.
Smooth Plastic Straps – Smooth straps also offer high level of tensile strength. Most poly strapping is available with smooth textures for encouraging higher tensile strength.
Embossed Strapping – These types of straps feature diamond shaped texture that is formed during extrusion. It provides optimal level of friction against the seal/buckle, which helps in minimizing the chances of slipping.
Hand Grade Poly Straps – As the name suggests, hand grade poly straps are used in manual applications. It is wrapped around pallet/package by hand and closed using a poly plastic buckle, metal seals or wire buckle.
Machine Grade Poly Straps – These straps are used for fully automatic, semi-automatic and automated strapping machines. In the case of auto-strapping systems, the machine straps around the product, tensions it tightly and seals using friction/heat weld.

Technical Specs

All types and sizes of poly strapping are available for different applications, including:

The straps are available in different thicknesses including 0.020 inch, 0.025 inch, 0.027 inch, 0.030 inch, 0.035 inch, 0.040 inch, and 0.050 inch.

Applications of Poly Straps

Poly strapping is used for a wide range of applications:

It is mostly used for unitizing products and for load stabilization.
Many times the strapping is used in combination with stretch film for securing loads of various heights and sizes.
It can be used with different types of loads and packages.

Different seal types can be used with this type of strapping, with heat/friction seal and wire buckles being the most commonly used strapping closures.