I have been using this to seal foil lined kraft paper coffee bags and it does a fantastic job! It only requires 150 degrees F for about 5 seconds to create a strong seal.My only complaint is that the set screw for the temperature dial was loose, so the dial actually came off before I had a chance to use it for the first time. It was an easy fix with a screwdriver, but I don't know what I would have done if I had lost that screw. I feel like I shouldn't have to tighten screws on a brand new machine. Since fixing that one issue, I have been completely happy with this machine.