Can Strips Long - 2.2 X 7

Vending Machine Can Flavor Strips Long – 2.2 x 7

Give your soda vending machine a clean, easy-to-read product display with long vending machine can flavor strips. These large flavor labels help customers quickly see which drinks are available before making a selection.

This category includes long can flavor strips commonly used in traditional beverage vending machines. The strips are often called 2.2 x 7 flavor strips. The actual size is approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

These large vending flavor strips are useful for replacing missing, faded, damaged, or outdated selection labels. They can also help when you change the drink selection inside a machine.

Available designs may include popular soft drink flavors such as Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper, 7UP, Sunkist Orange, Squirt, and other selections shown on this page. Availability can change over time.

The long format gives the beverage logo and product design plenty of display space. This can make selections easier to identify from a normal viewing distance.

If you operate older can vending machines, restore used vending equipment, or maintain a vending route, having the correct flavor strips on hand can make product changes much easier.

What Are Long Vending Machine Can Flavor Strips?

A vending machine flavor strip is the label placed behind or inside the product selection area of many beverage vending machines. It tells the customer which beverage is connected to that selection.

The concept is simple. A customer looks at the front of the vending machine, sees the drink label, and presses the matching selection button.

Without a clear flavor strip, customers may not know what product they are buying. A missing or badly faded label can make an otherwise working machine look incomplete.

Long can strips are one style of vending flavor label. They have a narrow rectangular shape that works with compatible selection panels.

This category is intended for the long style. It is not the same as the small, medium, energy drink, Chameleon, Market Place, or HVV flavor strip formats sold in other Vending World categories.

Long Can Flavor Strip Size

The category is commonly described as 2.2 x 7 vending machine flavor strips. The actual listed size is approximately:

• Width: 2 5/16 inches
• Length: 7 1/16 inches
• Style: Long can flavor strip
• Size family: NBS15
• Application: Compatible vending machine selection displays

Always check the strip currently installed in your machine before ordering. Measuring the old strip is one of the easiest ways to reduce the chance of ordering the wrong format.

Do not choose a flavor strip based only on the beverage brand. The same drink logo may be available in several strip sizes.

For example, a machine that uses a short strip will not automatically accept a long strip simply because both labels show the same soda brand.

Why Flavor Strip Size Matters

Vending machines have been produced with many different selection panel designs. Because of this, flavor strips are not one universal size.

Some machines use short labels. Others use medium strips. Certain machines use long strips like the products in this category.

A strip that is too wide may not slide into the holder. A strip that is too narrow may move around or leave unwanted empty space.

A strip that is too long may not fit correctly. A strip that is too short may not fill the display area.

For the best result, compare the dimensions of your existing strip with the dimensions shown for the replacement.

Measure Before You Order

If you still have an old flavor strip, remove it carefully and measure it.

Check both the width and length.

For this category, you are looking for the long format measuring approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

A quick measurement can save time and help prevent ordering the wrong style.

Designed for Traditional Beverage Vending Displays

Long flavor strips are associated with the selection displays found on many traditional soda vending machines.

Vending World lists this NBS15 size as usable on Vendo and Dixie-Narco applications. However, vending machine configurations can vary.

That is why the safest approach is to check the physical size and style of the strip already installed in your machine.

Machine brand alone should not be treated as a guarantee of fit.

Vendo Vending Machine Flavor Strips

Many Vendo soda machines use product identification labels near the selection buttons. Depending on the machine and front configuration, a long strip may be the correct format.

If you are replacing a Vendo vending machine flavor strip, compare the old strip with the measurements listed here.

Check the following:

• Overall strip width
• Overall strip length
• Position of the product artwork
• Location of any punch-out areas
• Style of the selection panel

These simple checks can help you identify the correct replacement.

Dixie-Narco Vending Machine Flavor Strips

Dixie-Narco produced many commercial soda vending machines over the years. Different models and front configurations can use different product identification systems.

The long NBS15 flavor strip format shown in this category can be used in compatible Dixie-Narco applications.

Before buying a replacement for a Dixie-Narco machine, inspect the existing strip whenever possible.

If the original label is missing, measure the display holder carefully.

The correct dimensions matter more than simply matching the manufacturer name.

Original-Style Bottler Flavor Strips

These are not intended to look like generic homemade labels.

Vending World lists these as original flavor strips used by national bottling companies rather than copied reproductions.

That distinction can be useful when restoring an older beverage machine or trying to maintain a more traditional vending machine appearance.

Brand artwork can also make a beverage selection much easier for customers to recognize.

Clear Product Identification

Customers should not have to guess which beverage will come out of a vending machine.

A clear flavor strip helps connect the selection button with the product loaded behind it.

This is especially helpful on machines with several drink choices.

Imagine a machine stocked with cola, diet cola, lemon-lime soda, orange soda, root beer, and other flavors. Without clear labels, the customer would have difficulty knowing which button controls each column.

Flavor strips solve that problem in a simple way.

They provide a visible product reference at the point of selection.

Refresh the Appearance of an Older Soda Machine

A commercial soda vending machine can continue working for many years. The front labels, however, can show their age.

Old flavor strips may become:

• Faded
• Scratched
• Dirty
• Bent
• Discolored
• Missing
• Outdated
• Mismatched with the products inside the machine

Replacing worn strips is a small detail, but it can improve the appearance of the selection area.

This can be useful when cleaning or preparing a used vending machine for a new location.

A Simple Detail That Makes a Difference

Vending operators spend a lot of time thinking about larger components.

Motors need to work. The refrigeration system needs to keep drinks cold. The coin mechanism needs to accept and return coins correctly. The bill validator needs to accept valid bills.

Those systems are important.

The customer, however, also sees the front of the machine.

Clean product labels help make that front display easier to understand.

Flavor strips are inexpensive compared with major vending machine components, but they perform an important communication job.

Useful When Changing Beverage Selections

Vending routes change over time.

A drink that sells well at one location may move slowly at another location.

Operators often adjust the product mix based on customer demand.

For example, you might replace one flavor with another after reviewing sales.

When you change the beverage inside a selection, the flavor strip should also be changed so the display matches the product being vended.

Keeping extra flavor strips available can make these product changes faster.

Good for Vending Route Operators

Route operators may manage many beverage machines at different locations.

Those machines may not all carry the same product mix.

One account may sell more regular soda. Another may need more diet selections. A different location may have strong demand for citrus or orange drinks.

Having replacement flavor strips available gives operators more flexibility when adjusting those selections.

A small supply of commonly used strips can also be useful when an existing label becomes damaged during normal service.

Useful for Vending Machine Refurbishment

Flavor strips can also play a role in vending machine refurbishment.

A used machine may arrive with a mixture of old labels. Some may match the current product selection. Others may not.

A machine may even have empty selection windows where strips are missing.

Replacing those labels can be part of preparing the machine for its next location.

A clean set of product labels can help complete the front presentation after the machine has been cleaned and serviced.

Helpful for Used Vending Machine Owners

You do not need to operate a large vending route to need flavor strips.

A business may own one soda machine for employees.

A school, shop, warehouse, office, apartment property, or other location may operate its own vending equipment.

If the drink selection changes, replacement labels may be needed.

The same is true if an old strip becomes damaged or disappears.

Long flavor strips provide a simple way to restore the product identification area when this is the correct format for the machine.

Punch-Out Areas for Sold-Out Lights

The long flavor strips in this category include small punch-out areas designed for applications that use sold-out indicator lights.

This feature can help the strip work with compatible selection panels where the sold-out light needs to remain visible.

Do not automatically remove a punch-out section before checking your machine.

First look at the selection panel and determine whether the opening is needed for your application.

Why Sold-Out Indicators Matter

A sold-out indicator gives customers useful information before they make a purchase.

If a selection is empty, the indicator can show that the drink is unavailable.

A flavor strip should not unnecessarily block that feature.

The small punch-out areas on these labels are designed to support compatible vending machine display arrangements.

Popular Beverage Flavor Strips

The exact selection available on this page can change. Current and past listings in this long-strip category include several familiar beverage names.

Examples may include:

• Pepsi
• Diet Pepsi
• Mountain Dew
• Dr Pepper
• Diet Dr Pepper
• 7UP
• Sunkist Orange
• Squirt
• Other long-format beverage strips when available

Always use the individual product listing and current category inventory to see which designs are available for purchase.

Pepsi Long Flavor Strips

A Pepsi flavor strip provides clear identification for a Pepsi selection in a compatible soda vending machine.

The large format gives the product artwork a long display area.

If you are replacing an existing Pepsi label, verify that your machine uses the NBS15 long format before ordering.

Do not assume every Pepsi-branded vending machine uses this same strip size.

Diet Pepsi Long Flavor Strips

Diet beverages should be clearly identified.

A Diet Pepsi strip helps customers tell the diet selection apart from regular Pepsi and other beverages.

This is especially important when regular and diet versions are installed next to each other.

Clear labeling reduces confusion and helps customers select the drink they intended to buy.

Mountain Dew Long Flavor Strips

Mountain Dew is another flavor available in the large NBS15 strip format when in stock.

The Mountain Dew strip is designed to identify the corresponding beverage selection in a compatible machine.

Like other products in this category, the listed size is approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

Dr Pepper Long Flavor Strips

Dr Pepper long flavor strips provide a clear branded display for a Dr Pepper selection.

They can be useful when replacing a missing strip, refreshing an older display, or changing a beverage column to Dr Pepper.

Check the size of the existing strip first.

Diet Dr Pepper Long Flavor Strips

Diet Dr Pepper labels help separate the diet product from the regular version.

Clear identification is important when similar product names appear on the same vending machine.

Make sure the label matches the beverage that is actually loaded into that selection.

7UP Long Flavor Strips

A 7UP flavor strip can identify a lemon-lime beverage selection in machines that accept this long label format.

When installing the strip, make sure it sits correctly in the display holder and can be easily seen by the customer.

Sunkist Orange Long Flavor Strips

Sunkist Orange strips provide a bright and recognizable product display for compatible vending machines.

They can be useful when changing a selection to orange soda or replacing an older damaged Sunkist label.

Squirt Long Flavor Strips

Squirt flavor strips may also be available in this large format.

As with every strip in this category, check current inventory and confirm the dimensions before ordering.

Flavor Strip Availability Can Change

Vending flavor strips are different from many common replacement parts.

Artwork and beverage branding can change over time.

Some older designs may eventually become difficult to find.

Vending World notes that newer designs may sometimes be supplied if a design changes before the website image is updated.

This is important if you are trying to match a very specific graphic version.

The beverage represented should be your main consideration unless a particular artwork generation is critical to your project.

Some Older Designs May Be Obsolete

Older vending machines can remain in service long after certain flavor strip designs stop being produced.

That creates a special issue for operators and restorers.

A machine may still be reliable, but the original labels may no longer be widely available.

Vending World specifically notes that Coke flavors in this particular long strip size are considered obsolete.

Remaining older inventory may therefore be limited.

If you are restoring an older machine, check current availability rather than assuming every historical beverage design can still be purchased.

Check the Product Before Ordering by Brand

A beverage brand can appear in many types of vending machines.

It can also appear on many different flavor strip formats.

For that reason, searching only for a phrase such as "Pepsi vending machine flavor strip" may not be enough to identify the correct part.

You also need to know the size.

For the products on this page, the important measurement is approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

How to Identify the Correct Vending Flavor Strip

Before ordering, use a simple identification process.

1. Open or inspect the vending machine selection panel.
2. Find an existing flavor strip that fits correctly.
3. Remove it carefully if necessary.
4. Measure its width.
5. Measure its length.
6. Check the shape and orientation.
7. Look for sold-out-light punch-out areas.
8. Compare the measurements with the replacement strip.
9. Select the beverage flavor you need.

This process takes only a few minutes and can help prevent a sizing mistake.

Do Not Guess Based on Machine Age

An older machine does not automatically use one specific flavor strip size.

Likewise, a newer-looking machine does not automatically use a different size.

Front panels can vary.

Machines may also have been repaired, converted, or updated during their service life.

Physical measurement is more useful than guessing based on appearance.

Do Not Guess Based on Machine Color

Machine graphics are also not a reliable way to identify flavor strip size.

A Pepsi-branded front does not automatically tell you which Pepsi strip fits the selection panel.

A generic machine may use the same strip format as a branded machine.

Check the selection area itself.

Do Not Guess Based Only on Vending Machine Manufacturer

Manufacturer information is helpful, but it may not be enough.

A company such as Vendo or Dixie-Narco produced many machine designs over many years.

Different models can use different display arrangements.

Even machines from the same manufacturer may not use identical flavor strips.

Confirm the strip dimensions whenever possible.

Long Flavor Strips vs. Medium Can Strips

Vending World separates long can strips from medium can strips because they are different formats.

Long strips in this category are approximately 2.2 x 7 inches as a nominal category size.

Medium strips are much shorter.

The two formats should not be treated as interchangeable.

If your old label is only a few inches long, this long format may not be the correct choice.

Long Flavor Strips vs. Small Can Strips

Small can strips are another separate category.

They are intended for different selection display dimensions.

A small strip may show the same beverage brand as a long strip, but the physical format is different.

Always match both the beverage and the size.

Long Can Strips vs. Bottle Strips

Bottle flavor strips are also sold in separate formats.

Do not assume a bottle strip and a can strip are interchangeable simply because the same beverage is sold in both packages.

The label style is based on the vending machine display format, not just the container inside the machine.

Long Can Strips vs. Energy Drink Strips

Energy drink labels may be offered in different sizes and designs.

If you are adding an energy drink selection, first identify the strip format your machine requires.

Then look for the appropriate beverage label within that format.

Long Strips vs. Coke Chameleon Strips

Coke Chameleon strips are a separate flavor strip style.

They use different dimensions from the long NBS15 can strips shown here.

If your machine uses a Chameleon display, shop by that specific format instead of trying to substitute a long strip.

Long Strips vs. Coke Market Place Strips

Coke Market Place flavor strips are also a different size family.

The graphics may identify familiar Coca-Cola products, but the physical dimensions differ.

Measure your existing label before selecting a category.

Long Strips vs. Pepsi HVV Strips

Pepsi HVV strips are larger than the long NBS15 format and belong to a separate category.

If your machine uses an HVV display, use the correct HVV strip rather than choosing a strip based only on the Pepsi brand name.

Why Accurate Product Labels Are Important

A vending machine is a self-service retail system.

There may be no employee standing next to the machine to explain what each button does.

The machine itself needs to communicate clearly.

Flavor strips are part of that communication.

They tell customers what each selection represents.

Clear labels make the buying process easier.

Match the Strip to the Product Inside

The label should always match the drink loaded into the corresponding selection.

If a button says Pepsi but the machine dispenses another beverage, the customer may be disappointed.

This type of mismatch is easy to avoid.

Whenever you change products, update the flavor strip at the same time.

Treat the product and its label as a pair.

A Useful Vending Route Habit

When servicing a route, operators often carry common parts and supplies.

Flavor strips can be included with those supplies.

A small organizer can help keep different sizes and beverage designs separated.

Label each section by strip size.

This can make it easier to find the correct strip while servicing a machine.

Organizing Spare Flavor Strips

Flavor strips are small compared with most vending machine parts. That makes them easy to store, but also easy to misplace.

A simple storage system can help.

• Separate strips by physical size.
• Group identical beverage brands together.
• Keep long strips flat.
• Avoid folding or sharply bending them.
• Protect printed surfaces from unnecessary damage.
• Mark storage sections clearly.
• Keep older or limited designs separate when needed.

Good organization can save time during route service.

Keep Replacement Strips Flat

A long flavor strip should be stored carefully.

Avoid crushing it under heavy parts or tools.

Do not fold it to make it fit into a small container.

A bent or creased label may not sit correctly in the display.

Flat storage is usually the better choice.

Replacing a Missing Flavor Strip

If a strip is completely missing, you may not have an original label to measure.

In that case, inspect another selection on the same machine.

If all selection windows use the same format, another installed strip may provide the measurements you need.

You can also measure the holder itself.

Be careful when measuring a holder because the visible window may not equal the full strip dimensions. Part of the label may slide behind the surrounding panel.

Replacing a Faded Flavor Strip

Fading can make product artwork difficult to read.

If the strip has lost much of its original color, replacement may improve the display.

Before removing the old strip, use it as a sizing reference.

Measure it and note how it is positioned.

This makes installation of the replacement easier.

Replacing a Damaged Flavor Strip

A strip can become scratched, bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged during years of use.

Damage does not always affect the vending mechanism, but it can make the machine look neglected.

If the correct replacement is available, installing a cleaner strip can improve the appearance of the selection panel.

Replacing an Incorrect Flavor Strip

Used vending machines sometimes come with labels that no longer match the products inside.

A previous operator may have changed the drink selection without changing the strip.

When preparing the machine for use, check every selection.

Confirm that each strip matches the product you plan to load.

Changing a Vending Machine Product Mix

Changing products is a normal part of vending operations.

Customer preferences differ by location.

A drink that sells slowly can be replaced with a better-selling choice.

When making that change, remember the customer-facing label.

A new flavor strip helps complete the conversion.

Seasonal Product Changes

Some vending operators adjust selections based on season, location, or customer demand.

If the machine uses interchangeable flavor strips, changing the display can be simple.

Remove the old product label and install the correct strip for the new beverage.

Store the old strip carefully if you expect to use it again.

Preparing a Machine for a New Location

Moving a vending machine to a new account is a good time to inspect its selection labels.

The new location may need a different drink mix.

Before placing the machine:

• Decide which drinks will be loaded.
• Check the strip for every selection.
• Replace labels that do not match.
• Replace badly damaged labels when replacements are available.
• Make sure the labels sit correctly.
• Check sold-out-light areas where applicable.

This helps the machine look more complete when it arrives at the new account.

Cleaning Around the Selection Display

A new flavor strip looks best when the surrounding display area is also clean.

Before installing a replacement, remove dust and dirt from the accessible holder area.

Use cleaning methods that are appropriate for the machine and its materials.

Avoid soaking electrical areas or using harsh methods that could damage the display.

The goal is a clean, readable selection area.

Inspect All Flavor Strips at the Same Time

If you are replacing one damaged strip, take a moment to inspect the rest of the machine.

Look for:

• Missing labels
• Incorrect labels
• Faded graphics
• Damaged strips
• Labels installed crooked
• Blocked sold-out indicators
• Product and label mismatches

A quick inspection can reveal other small issues that are easy to correct.

Simple Installation

Flavor strip replacement is generally a simple display task when you have the correct size.

The exact access method depends on the vending machine.

Some selection panels are easier to access than others.

Follow the machine's normal service procedure when opening or working around the selection area.

Basic Installation Process

1. Identify the selection that needs a new label.
2. Access the flavor strip holder.
3. Remove the old strip carefully.
4. Compare the replacement size with the old strip.
5. Check the artwork orientation.
6. Check sold-out-light openings if used.
7. Slide or position the replacement in the holder.
8. Make sure the strip sits straight.
9. Close the display area.
10. Confirm the label matches the loaded product.

Do not force a strip into a holder that is clearly too small.

If it does not fit, stop and verify the dimensions.

Check Orientation Before Closing the Machine

A flavor strip can sometimes be inserted backward or upside down if you are working quickly.

Before closing the selection panel, look at the front of the machine.

Make sure the product name and artwork are facing the customer correctly.

Also make sure the strip is centered as intended.

Check the Selection After Installation

After installing the label, confirm that it corresponds to the correct vending selection.

This is particularly important if several strips were changed at the same time.

It is easy to move one label into the wrong position when working on multiple selections.

A final check takes little time.

Product Identification for Customers

Good vending is built around convenience.

Customers expect to walk up to a machine, understand the available choices, pay, and receive the selected product.

Clear product identification supports that process.

Flavor strips are one of the simplest parts of the machine, but they directly affect what customers see.

Improve the Front Presentation

The front of a vending machine acts as its retail display.

Clean graphics, readable prices, working lights, and correct flavor strips all contribute to the overall appearance.

Replacing worn product labels will not repair a mechanical problem, but it can make a properly working machine look more complete.

Ideal for Refurbished Soda Machines

Refurbished beverage machines can provide years of additional service.

During refurbishment, the mechanical and electrical systems may receive most of the attention.

The customer-facing display should not be forgotten.

Replacing missing or incorrect flavor strips is one way to finish the presentation.

Ideal for Existing Vending Routes

You do not need to refurbish an entire machine to benefit from replacement labels.

A route machine that has been operating for years may simply need one or two new strips.

Replacing those labels can be done during regular service if the correct parts are available.

Ideal for Vending Machine Resellers

Businesses that prepare used vending machines for resale may also need replacement flavor strips.

A machine with empty selection windows can appear unfinished.

Installing suitable strips can help demonstrate how the selection panel is intended to look.

The final labels should match the intended product configuration whenever possible.

Ideal for Businesses With Their Own Vending Machine

Some companies operate their own beverage machine instead of using an outside vending operator.

These businesses still need basic replacement supplies.

If employees request a different beverage, changing a product selection may also require changing its flavor strip.

Knowing the correct strip size makes future changes easier.

Visual Guide: What to Check Before Ordering

For this category, the actual strip dimensions are approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

Visual Suggestion: Measure the Old Strip

For an ecommerce page, a simple measurement graphic can help customers choose the right product.

A useful image could show a long flavor strip with arrows marking:

• 2 5/16-inch width
• 7 1/16-inch length
• Typical sold-out-light punch-out location

This type of visual can make sizing information easier to understand.

Visual Suggestion: Compare Flavor Strip Sizes

Another useful visual would compare several vending flavor strip formats side by side.

For example:

• Small can strip
• Medium can strip
• Long can strip
• Energy drink strip
• Coke Chameleon strip
• Coke Market Place strip
• Pepsi HVV strip

This can help customers understand why measuring the existing strip is important.

Visual Suggestion: Installed Flavor Strip

A photo showing the long strip installed in a compatible selection panel can also help.

Customers can see where the label goes and how it appears from the front of the machine.

The image should be treated as an example because vending machine panel designs vary.

Why Long Flavor Strips Are Easy to Recognize

The long rectangular format gives these strips a distinctive appearance.

They are much longer than many compact selection labels.

If your existing strip is approximately seven inches long, this category is a good place to begin comparing replacements.

You should still confirm the width and exact dimensions.

Large Product Artwork

One benefit of a long display area is the amount of space available for beverage artwork.

The logo can occupy a larger area than it would on a small label.

This can help customers recognize a familiar product quickly.

The purpose is practical: make the beverage selection easy to identify.

Useful for Multi-Selection Soda Machines

Traditional soda machines often offer several choices.

A customer may see many selection buttons arranged in rows or columns.

Each button needs clear identification.

Using the correct flavor strip for every selection creates a more organized display.

Maintain Consistency Across the Machine

If one strip is bright and clean while the others are badly faded, the display can look uneven.

When practical, inspect the entire set.

You may decide to replace several worn strips at the same time.

Availability will depend on the beverage designs currently in stock.

Maintain Consistency Across Multiple Machines

Route operators may also want to keep common selections consistent across similar machines.

If several locations use the same beverage and the same strip format, keeping spare labels can simplify service.

Always verify that each machine actually uses the same physical strip size.

Keep a Record of Strip Sizes

Operators with multiple machine types may benefit from keeping a basic equipment record.

For each machine, record:

• Manufacturer
• Model number
• Location
• Flavor strip format
• Common beverage selections
• Other useful setup notes

This can reduce guesswork when ordering replacement labels later.

Buying Spare Flavor Strips

If you know that several machines use the same long strip format, it may be useful to keep extras of your common beverages.

That does not mean buying every design.

Focus on the products you regularly stock.

Spare strips can be helpful when a label is damaged or when a machine's product mix changes.

Old Vending Machines Can Still Need New Labels

Commercial vending equipment can have a long service life.

That is one reason replacement labels remain useful.

A machine can still vend properly even if its original product graphics have become worn or outdated.

When compatible replacements remain available, they can help refresh the selection display without changing the main vending system.

Restoration Projects

Some customers purchase flavor strips for restoration projects.

In that situation, artwork style may matter in addition to size.

Keep in mind that designs can change and older artwork can become unavailable.

If an exact historical graphic is important, review the current product image and listing carefully before purchasing.

Current Artwork May Differ From Older Artwork

Beverage companies periodically update logos and package designs.

As a result, a replacement flavor strip may not always look exactly like a strip produced many years ago.

Vending World notes that a newer design may be shipped when updated strips become available before website images are changed.

For normal vending use, the most important factor is usually that the strip clearly identifies the correct beverage and fits the machine.

Collectors and Exact Restorations

Customers working on an exact historical restoration may have different needs from a route operator.

A route operator may mainly care about fit and clear product identification.

A collector may care about a specific logo generation or period-correct artwork.

If exact artwork is critical, confirm current availability before assuming the image shown represents a guaranteed historical version.

Long Can Flavor Strip Features

• Long-format vending machine product identification strip
• Nominal 2.2 x 7 category size
• Actual listed dimensions of approximately 2 5/16 x 7 1/16 inches
• NBS15 size family
• Available in multiple beverage designs while supplies last
• Designed for compatible soda vending selection displays
• Can be used in compatible Vendo applications
• Can be used in compatible Dixie-Narco applications
• Small punch-out areas for compatible sold-out-light displays
• Original bottler-style flavor strips rather than generic copied labels
• Useful for replacements and product changes

Common Reasons to Buy Replacement Flavor Strips

• The original strip is missing.
• The old strip is faded.
• The label is scratched or damaged.
• You changed the beverage selection.
• The existing label does not match the product.
• You are preparing a used vending machine for sale.
• You are refurbishing a beverage machine.
• You are moving a machine to a new account.
• You want spare labels for route service.
• You want to improve the appearance of the selection panel.

Common Sizing Mistakes to Avoid

Most flavor strip ordering problems can be reduced by checking a few details first.

Mistake 1: Ordering by Beverage Brand Only

The same beverage can have several strip sizes.

Always check the dimensions.

Mistake 2: Ordering by Machine Brand Only

A manufacturer may have produced many models and display configurations.

Measure the strip.

Mistake 3: Measuring Only the Visible Window

The full strip may extend beyond the visible portion of the selection window.

When possible, remove an existing strip and measure the full piece.

Mistake 4: Confusing Nominal and Actual Size

This category is commonly described as 2.2 x 7, while the actual listed dimensions are approximately 2 5/16 x 7 1/16 inches.

Use the detailed dimensions when comparing your existing strip.

Mistake 5: Assuming Every Graphic Is Always Available

Flavor strip availability changes.

Older beverage designs can become obsolete or sell out.

Check current inventory.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size are these long can flavor strips?

The category is commonly called 2.2 x 7. The actual listed strip size is approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

What is NBS15?

NBS15 is the size family associated with these long vending machine flavor strips on Vending World.

Are these flavor strips for soda vending machines?

Yes. They are intended to identify beverage selections in compatible vending machine displays.

Will these fit Vendo vending machines?

Vending World lists this size as usable on Vendo machines. However, Vendo produced many models and configurations. Compare the dimensions of your existing strip before ordering.

Will these fit Dixie-Narco vending machines?

Vending World also lists this size for use with compatible Dixie-Narco machines. Because models and selection panels vary, confirm the physical strip dimensions first.

Are all Vendo flavor strips the same size?

No. Do not assume every Vendo machine uses the same flavor strip. Check the machine and measure an existing label.

Are all Dixie-Narco flavor strips the same size?

No. Dixie-Narco machines can use different display configurations. Measure before ordering.

Are these exactly 2.2 inches by 7 inches?

The category uses 2.2 x 7 as its general size description. The actual listed dimensions are approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

Why should I measure my existing flavor strip?

Vending flavor strips come in several sizes. Measuring helps you choose the correct format and avoid ordering a strip that does not fit your display.

Do these strips have sold-out-light holes?

The category description states that the strips have small punch-out holes for compatible sold-out-light applications.

Should I punch out the hole before installation?

Check your vending machine first. Only use the punch-out area when it is needed for your display configuration.

Are these copied labels?

Vending World describes these as original flavor strips used by national bottling companies rather than copies.

Can I use a medium strip instead?

Not if your machine requires the long NBS15 format. Medium strips are a different physical size.

Can I use a small strip instead?

A small strip should not be treated as a direct substitute for a long strip. Match the dimensions required by your selection holder.

Are bottle flavor strips the same size?

Not necessarily. Bottle strips are sold in separate categories and can use different dimensions.

Are energy drink strips the same?

Energy drink strips can come in other sizes. Check the exact dimensions and category before ordering.

Are Coke Chameleon strips the same size?

No. Coke Chameleon strips are a separate format.

Are Coke Market Place strips the same size?

No. Market Place strips belong to another size category.

Are Pepsi HVV strips the same size?

No. Pepsi HVV strips are a separate larger format.

Can I replace just one flavor strip?

Yes. If only one strip is damaged or incorrect, you can replace that label as long as the correct design and size are available.

Should I replace all the strips at once?

That depends on their condition. If the other labels are clean, correct, and readable, there may be no need to replace them.

Can I keep extra strips for future use?

Yes. Spare strips can be useful for vending route service and future product changes. Store them flat and protected from damage.

Why would the design I receive look different from the website image?

Beverage artwork changes over time. Vending World notes that newer designs may be shipped if they become available before the product images are updated.

Are older Coke strips still available in this size?

Vending World states that Coke flavors in this particular strip size are considered obsolete. Any remaining availability can therefore be limited.

Can I use these strips when refurbishing a vending machine?

Yes, when the machine uses this size. Replacement flavor strips can help complete the selection display during refurbishment.

Do flavor strips affect the vending mechanism?

Their main purpose is product identification in the customer-facing display. They should not be confused with internal vending parts such as motors, switches, control boards, shims, or payment components.

How do I know which flavor goes with each button?

Match the flavor strip with the product loaded into the selection controlled by that button.

What should I do when changing products?

Change the flavor strip at the same time. This keeps the display consistent with the beverage actually being vended.

Can I trim a larger flavor strip to fit?

It is better to buy the correct strip size. Cutting or modifying a different format can affect fit, artwork placement, and sold-out-light areas.

What if my old strip is missing?

Measure another matching selection on the machine or carefully measure the holder. Remember that the complete strip may be larger than the visible display window.

What if my measurement is close but not exact?

Compare your measurements with the listed actual dimensions of approximately 2 5/16 x 7 1/16 inches. If your existing strip is clearly a different format, choose the appropriate flavor strip category instead.

SEO Buying Guide for Long Vending Machine Flavor Strips

When shopping for replacement vending machine labels, start with size rather than color or brand artwork.

The phrase long vending machine flavor strip describes the physical format.

The beverage name identifies what the customer sees.

You need both pieces of information to make a good selection.

For example, if you need a Mountain Dew label, first confirm that the machine uses the long NBS15 format. Then choose the Mountain Dew product from this category if it is available.

The same process applies to Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper, 7UP, Sunkist Orange, Squirt, and other available beverages.

Choosing the Right Flavor Strip in Three Steps

1. Identify the Size

Measure the strip that currently fits the machine.

For this category, look for approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

2. Identify the Beverage

Decide which drink will be loaded into the selection.

Choose the matching flavor strip.

3. Check Current Availability

Older designs may be limited or obsolete.

Use the current product listings on this page to see which strips are available.

Why Simple Product Displays Work

A vending machine needs to communicate quickly.

Customers do not want to study complicated instructions just to buy a soda.

Recognizable beverage artwork provides a fast visual cue.

A customer sees the logo, identifies the product, and makes a selection.

That simple process is exactly what a good flavor strip supports.

Small Part, Important Job

Flavor strips are not expensive electronic components.

They do not control refrigeration.

They do not accept money.

They do not turn a vending motor.

Their job is much simpler.

They tell the customer what is available.

That makes them a small but useful part of a complete beverage vending machine.

Flavor Strips and Professional Vending Presentation

A professional-looking machine is made up of many details.

The machine should be clean.

The products should be stocked correctly.

Prices should be easy to understand.

Payment equipment should work properly.

Selection labels should match the products.

No single detail creates the entire customer experience, but all of them work together.

Check Flavor Strips During Regular Service

Flavor strip inspection can be included in normal vending machine service.

While restocking the machine, look at the selection display.

Ask a few simple questions:

• Does every selection have a label?
• Does every label match the product?
• Are the labels easy to read?
• Are any strips badly damaged?
• Are sold-out indicators visible where needed?
• Are the strips sitting correctly in their holders?

This quick check can become part of a normal service routine.

Update Labels When Restocking New Products

Do not wait until a customer reports a mismatch.

When you change the product in a selection, update its label before returning the machine to service.

This keeps the machine's display accurate.

Long Flavor Strips for Route Flexibility

Vending operators often test different products.

If one beverage does not sell well, another may perform better.

Interchangeable flavor strips support these changes when the machine uses this style of selection display.

Instead of leaving an old product label in place, install the correct strip for the new drink.

Use the Correct Label for Diet Products

Regular and diet products should be clearly distinguished.

This is important for customer choice.

If the machine contains both regular Pepsi and Diet Pepsi, each selection should have the correct label.

The same principle applies to regular and diet versions of other drinks.

Product Labels and Customer Confidence

Customers expect a vending machine to dispense the item shown on the selection.

Accurate labels support that expectation.

A clean, correctly labeled display makes the machine easier to use and reduces unnecessary confusion.

Perfect for Routine Vending Machine Maintenance

Not every maintenance task requires a technician or a major repair.

Some jobs are simple upkeep.

Replacing a damaged flavor strip is one of those smaller tasks.

It can often be completed while the machine is already open for restocking or service.

Check Your Inventory Before Visiting a Location

Route operators can save time by checking spare flavor strip inventory before heading out.

If you know a location needs a replacement, bring the correct size and beverage design.

This can prevent an extra service trip.

Order by the Correct Format

Vending World organizes flavor strips into categories based on size and style.

This makes it easier to narrow the search.

If your machine does not use the long NBS15 format, look at the other flavor strip categories for a closer match.

Other Flavor Strip Categories

Depending on the vending machine, you may need a different type of product label.

Other categories can include:

• Small bottle strips
• Energy drink can strips
• Medium can strips
• Small can strips
• Coke Chameleon strips
• Coke Market Place strips
• Pepsi HVV strips

Compare measurements before choosing.

Long Can Flavor Strip Quick Reference

Who Can Use These Long Flavor Strips?

These labels may be useful for many types of vending equipment owners and service businesses.

• Vending route operators
• Independent vending businesses
• Vending machine refurbishers
• Used vending machine dealers
• Vending repair businesses
• Businesses that own their own soda machines
• Schools with compatible beverage machines
• Warehouses with employee vending
• Office locations with vending equipment
• Collectors restoring compatible vending machines

When Should You Replace a Flavor Strip?

There is no fixed replacement schedule.

Replace a strip when there is a practical reason to do so.

Common reasons include damage, fading, a missing label, or a product change.

If a strip remains clean, readable, and correct, replacement may not be necessary.

What Makes a Good Flavor Strip Display?

A good selection display is simple.

The label should be readable.

The product should be recognizable.

The strip should sit correctly.

The label should match the beverage.

Any needed sold-out indicator should remain visible.

Those basic details create a functional product display.

Keep Your Machine Easy to Shop

The easier a vending machine is to understand, the easier it is for customers to make a selection.

Clear product labels are part of that usability.

A customer should be able to walk up, see the available beverages, identify a preferred drink, and select it without unnecessary confusion.

Use Long Flavor Strips as Intended

These strips are designed as product identification labels.

Use them in a compatible holder and avoid unnecessary modifications.

If the strip does not fit, verify the size rather than forcing it into place.

The correct format should fit the intended display much more naturally.

Ordering Several Different Flavors

If you are refreshing an entire vending machine, first write down the planned drink lineup.

Then check the available long strips for each product.

This is easier than ordering one strip at a time without a plan.

For example, your checklist might include regular cola, diet cola, citrus soda, orange soda, and other selections.

Compare the checklist with current inventory.

Ordering for Multiple Machines

When ordering for several machines, verify that they all use the same strip format.

Do not assume two machines use identical strips because they are located on the same route.

Record the size for each machine.

Then order the appropriate quantities for the beverages you use.

Older Vending Equipment and Parts Availability

One challenge with older vending equipment is that cosmetic and display parts can become harder to find over time.

Mechanical equipment may remain usable long after certain artwork has been discontinued.

This is why current availability should always be checked when working on an older machine.

Limited and Obsolete Flavor Strip Designs

An obsolete strip does not mean your vending machine is obsolete.

It only means that a particular label design or size may no longer be produced.

When old inventory is gone, an exact replacement may be difficult to obtain.

For restoration work, plan accordingly.

Why Vending Operators Keep Old Strips

If you remove a flavor strip because you are changing products, consider storing the old strip rather than throwing it away.

You may use that beverage again later.

This can be especially helpful for older designs that are becoming difficult to replace.

Store the strip flat and label it by size.

Create a Flavor Strip Service Kit

Operators with several machines can create a simple service kit.

It might contain:

• Common long flavor strips
• Other strip sizes used on the route
• Price labels
• Basic cleaning supplies
• Machine-specific service notes
• Basic hand tools appropriate for routine service

Keep the paper or printed display items protected from tools that could bend or scratch them.

Long Flavor Strips for Vending Machine Make-Ready

"Make-ready" work prepares a machine for placement.

During this process, the machine may be cleaned, tested, stocked, and configured for a specific account.

Flavor strips can be part of the final setup.

Once the beverage lineup is known, install labels that match each selection.

Final Inspection Before Placement

Before a soda machine goes to its location, inspect the front one more time.

• Check the beverage labels.
• Check the price display.
• Check the selection buttons.
• Check visible sold-out indicators.
• Check that the front is clean.
• Make sure every label matches the planned product.

Small checks can prevent avoidable service calls after placement.

Long Flavor Strips for Vending Machine Reconfiguration

Sometimes a machine does not need repair. It simply needs a different setup.

A new location may prefer different drinks.

Reconfiguring the beverage mix can involve changing the products and updating the selection labels.

Long flavor strips make the labeling part straightforward when the machine uses this format.

Easy Product Recognition

Brand recognition is one reason printed beverage strips work well.

Customers often recognize a drink by its familiar logo and graphics before reading every word.

That can make selection faster.

A clean strip presents that information directly at the button area.

Keep Labels Readable

A label does not need to be brand new to work well.

It does need to remain readable.

If dirt, damage, or fading makes the product difficult to identify, consider replacing it when the correct strip is available.

Use the Correct Product Name

When managing a machine, keep your service records clear.

Instead of writing only "soda strip," record the beverage and size.

For example:

Mountain Dew – NBS15 long flavor strip – approximately 2 5/16 x 7 1/16 inches.

That information is much more useful when you need to reorder later.

Long Flavor Strip SEO Search Terms

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Common descriptions can include:

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• replacement vending machine flavor strips

Regardless of the search phrase used, physical dimensions remain one of the most important details when choosing the correct replacement.

Why Shop by Flavor Strip Size?

Shopping by size helps narrow the available choices.

Instead of looking through every vending machine label, you can first choose the format your machine requires.

Then you can select the beverage.

This approach is simple and reduces confusion.

Step-by-Step Buying Checklist

Long Flavor Strip Maintenance Tips

Flavor strips require little maintenance.

A few simple habits can help keep them looking good.

• Keep the display area clean.
• Avoid bending the strip during service.
• Do not use the strip as a tool or spacer.
• Store removed strips flat.
• Keep spare labels away from moisture and heavy parts.
• Replace a strip if damage makes it difficult to read.
• Update the strip whenever the beverage changes.

What Flavor Strips Do Not Replace

A flavor strip is a display item.

It does not replace mechanical or electrical vending machine parts.

If a selection does not vend, the problem may involve another component or setup issue.

A new label will not repair a failed motor, switch, control board, payment system, or refrigeration component.

Use flavor strips to address product identification and display needs.

Diagnose Vending Problems Separately

If a selection is correctly labeled but does not work, troubleshoot the vending problem separately.

Do not assume the display label is related to the mechanical failure.

Likewise, if the machine vends correctly but the label is missing, the issue may simply be the display strip.

Great for Cosmetic Refresh Projects

Not every machine needs a full restoration.

Sometimes a cosmetic refresh is enough.

Cleaning the front, correcting price labels, and replacing damaged flavor strips can improve presentation without changing the major vending systems.

Affordable Vending Machine Detail

Major vending components can be costly.

Flavor strips are a much smaller item.

That makes them a practical detail to address when improving the selection display.

Check individual listings for current pricing and availability.

Build a Better-Looking Selection Panel

A well-organized selection panel should make sense at a glance.

Each product should have a clear label.

The labels should be positioned correctly.

Products should match the labels.

Prices should be easy to find.

Sold-out indicators should remain functional and visible where applicable.

Together, these details create a cleaner customer interface.

Use Flavor Strips During Machine Cleaning

When a machine is already open for a deep cleaning, inspect the strips.

This is a convenient time to remove damaged labels and install replacements.

It is also a good time to verify the product plan before the machine is restocked.

Keep the Old Strip Until Fit Is Confirmed

When replacing a label, do not immediately discard the old strip.

Use it as a reference while installing the replacement.

Compare size, orientation, and any punch-out areas.

Once you know the replacement fits correctly, you can decide whether to store or discard the old label.

Why Exact Measurements Beat Guessing

A difference of less than an inch can matter when a strip must slide into a specific holder.

That is why measurements are more reliable than statements such as "it looks about right."

A ruler or tape measure can answer the question quickly.

Measure Width and Length

Do not measure only one dimension.

Two strip styles could have a similar width but very different lengths.

Record both measurements.

For this category, compare your strip with approximately 2 5/16 inches wide by 7 1/16 inches long.

Check Before Ordering Large Quantities

If you need many flavor strips for several machines, verify the size first.

It may be useful to confirm one machine or one existing strip before ordering a larger quantity.

This is especially important when servicing equipment you have not worked on before.

Vending Machine Model Information Can Help

Although physical measurements are important, recording the machine model is still useful.

The model number can help with future parts research and service records.

Combine model information with actual strip measurements for a more complete record.

Selection Panel Configuration Matters

Two machines can look similar from a distance but have different selection panel configurations.

That difference can affect which flavor strip is needed.

Look closely at the holder rather than relying only on the overall machine appearance.

Use Current Product Listings as Your Guide

Beverage graphics and inventory change.

For that reason, use the current individual product listings to confirm what is available now.

Category descriptions provide general guidance, while the individual listing identifies the specific flavor being sold.

Long Flavor Strip Product Summary

Vending Machine Can Strips Long – 2.2 x 7 are large beverage identification labels designed for compatible soda vending machine selection displays.

The actual listed size is approximately 2 5/16 inches by 7 1/16 inches.

The format is identified as NBS15.

Vending World lists the size for compatible Vendo and Dixie-Narco applications.

The strips also include small punch-out areas for compatible sold-out-light displays.

Available beverage designs vary with inventory.

Because vending machines use several flavor strip formats, always compare the dimensions with your existing strip before ordering.

Why Choose the Correct Long Can Strip?

The correct strip helps complete the vending machine's customer-facing display.

It fits the intended holder.

It clearly identifies the beverage.

It can work with the selection panel's sold-out indicator design when applicable.

Most importantly, it helps the customer understand what will be dispensed after pressing the selection button.

Before You Buy

Shop Long 2.2 x 7 Vending Machine Flavor Strips

Browse the available long vending machine flavor strips on this page to find the beverage labels you need.

These replacement strips are useful for route operators, vending machine owners, refurbishers, service businesses, resellers, and anyone maintaining a compatible beverage vending machine.

Choose from available beverage designs such as Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper, 7UP, Sunkist Orange, Squirt, and other long-format strips when available.

Use them to replace missing labels, refresh worn selection displays, update a machine after changing products, or keep spare flavor strips ready for future vending route service.

For the best results, always verify the size before ordering.

A properly sized and correctly matched flavor strip is a simple way to keep your soda vending machine organized, easy to understand, and ready for customers.

Final Flavor Strip Checklist

• Confirm that your machine uses a long flavor strip.
• Measure the old strip whenever possible.
• Look for approximately 2 5/16 x 7 1/16 inches.
• Confirm the beverage you plan to load.
• Choose the matching product design.
• Check current availability.
• Inspect sold-out-light punch-outs when applicable.
• Install the strip in the correct orientation.
• Make sure the label matches the actual product.
• Store spare strips flat for future use.

The right flavor strip may be a small part of the vending machine, but it serves an important purpose. It gives customers clear product information exactly where they need it.

Browse Vending World's Can Strips Long – 2.2 x 7 selection to find available replacement beverage flavor strips for compatible vending machines.