- What does this sealing tape do?
- It is the strip that presses the bag against the heating element so the seam fuses. When it wears, seals come out weak or fail to hold.
- How do I know if my Vacmaster takes this part?
- Check your sealer's model and manual for part number 979431. Vacmaster uses more than one tape design, and they are not interchangeable.
- How often should the tape be replaced?
- It depends on how often you seal. Replace it when the strip looks flattened, cracked or glossy, or when seals start failing even though the bag and element are fine.
- Will this fix a sealer that won't hold a vacuum?
- Only if the tape is the cause. Check the bag, the seal bar and the element first; if the seam is weak but the machine runs, worn tape is a likely culprit.
- Is it a genuine Vacmaster part?
- It is listed as a compatible part for 979431, not a Vacmaster-branded original. Fit and durability can differ from the OEM strip.
- Where is the 979431 Compatible Vacmaster Sealing Tape cheapest?
- At RestaurantPartsDirect, for $29.70, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the 979431 Compatible Vacmaster Sealing Tape?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including AllPoints FPS, Amazon, Parts Town, eBay, RestaurantPartsDirect.