Ready to order a new food saver machine? DON’T WASTE YOUR MONEY!LOOK HERE! If the only problem you are having with your vacuum sealer is the adhesive teflon heat strip is not sealing completely, and will not maintain the vacuum created, then you should give this solution a try before spending your money on a whole new machine. For very little money, this food grade teflon tape will fixed your problem entirely. The installation takes only seconds and is a no brainer. The result is our ten year old unit works like new again. Package including: 3 teflon heat tape strips with size 18inch long and 1/2inch width Easy to tear longer release paper design High temperature resistant gum It can work normally at - 100-500 ° F Easy to use Cut the new food saver sealing strip to size with sharp scissors WIDELY USED IN ALL VACUUM SEALER MACHINES: Birllaid food saver Teflon tape work in all vacuum sealers. HOW TO INSTALL: 1)Pulling the old tape off and cleaning the heat strip well 2)Cut the new tape to the correct size with sharp scissors 3)Remove the yellow backing from the tape and place over the heating element (under the element if using for an impulse sealer). Smooth out the tape with your finger as you go, to ensure a good bond Just be sure of what is wrong with your unit before buying so you can avoid disappointment