A fully compressed trash compactor bag typically holds between 30 to 50 pounds of crushed household refuse. Because residential compactors exert anywhere from 2,000 to 3,000 pounds of crushing force, they pack a massive amount of dense material into a single heavy-duty multi-ply bag. While the reinforced plastic liner can technically withstand this weight without tearing during the cycle, lifting a heavily compacted bag can become extremely cumbersome, which is why most users remove and dispose of the bag before it reaches absolute maximum capacity.
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