Tinplate metal security seals, 8.5 in, case of 1000

Tinplate metal security seals, 8.5 in, case of 1000

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These tinplate security seals offer an economical, highly visible way to secure containers, tote boxes, truck doors, equipment, valves and storage areas. Their metal construction makes them a practical choice when you want a disposable seal stronger than a lightweight plastic seal. Each seal leaves visible evidence when a sealed access point has been opened or tampered with, and its consecutive serial number supports inventory control, shipment verification and chain of custody. They come in five colours, natural, blue, red, yellow and white, all at the same price, to distinguish loads or security programs. Each case holds 1000 seals of a single colour.

Features of the 8.5 in tinplate seals

• Solid metal construction, reliable for shipping, storage and industrial settings.
• Unauthorized access is easier to spot at receiving and during inspections.
• Individual serial number for accurate records and shipment verification.
• Economical format, practical for high-volume disposable sealing.
• Five colours, including the natural metal finish, to code loads or zones.
• 8.5 in long, 0.63 in maximum head width, 0.32 in band.
• Pull strength of 110 lb (50 kg), according to the manufacturer.

Available formats: five colours, case of 1000

5 variants available: choose the colour when ordering.

Tinplate seal applications

These seals suit trailers, containers, equipment, valves, tote boxes and secure storage areas. One colour per customer, warehouse zone or type of load helps receiving teams sort incoming shipments without reading every number. For freight that requires a high-security seal, see the high-security cable seals (EPTSCAB175) and the high-security bolt seals (EPTSBOUL).

Seal technical specifications

Installing and inspecting tinplate seals

Thread the band through the closure point (door handle, hasp, valve), then insert its end into the head until it locks. Record the seal number and colour on the shipping document or log. At receiving, check that the seal is intact and its number matches, then cut the band with tin snips, wearing gloves and eye protection: cut metal edges can be sharp. An opened seal cannot be reused.

FAQ: 8.5 in tinplate security seals

Why choose a metal seal?

Tinplate makes a disposable seal stronger than a lightweight plastic seal: 110 lb (50 kg) pull strength, according to the manufacturer.

Are the seals numbered?

Yes. Each seal carries a consecutive serial number to match it to a load, manifest or log.

How is the seal removed?

Cut the band with tin snips, wearing gloves and eye protection.

Can a seal be reused or replace a padlock?

No. It is single use: once cut, it shows that the access point has been opened. It is a tamper-evident seal: it reveals an opening, it does not prevent forced entry.

Which colours are available and what does the case contain?

Natural, blue, red, yellow and white, all at the same price: select the colour from the list when ordering. Each case holds 1000 seals of a single colour.

Suggestions for applying and cutting metal seals

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