Everything You Need to Know about Adhesive Tapes

Adhesive tapes are used to join objects together. Their strength differs from mildly effective to strongly effective. As such, they can be used together with fasteners, screws, or welding. This article goes into details about adhesive tapes.

What Makes up Adhesive Tapes?

Adhesive tapes are made from a backing material and an adhesive. The backing material is usually plastic films, cloths, foams, foil, and paper. They are then coated with the adhesive and rolled into a long roll of tape. These adhesive tapes are made with different specifications and can be used for a wide range of bonding activities.

Do You Know How to Apply Adhesive Tapes?

The application process requires pressure, thermal activation, and moisture. This is dependent on the kind of bonding that you intend to do. Other tapes such as latex gums can comfortably adhere to the designated surfaces without any problem.

How Do You Store Adhesive Tapes?

Most of these tapes have no definite expiry date. However, you will notice that the effectiveness of the adhesive tape reduces as it gets older. You should store them in cool temperatures and away from any UV light or direct sunlight. Most manufacturers also advise that you keep it in a dry place, extending the tapes’ lifetime.

The Major Types of Adhesive Tapes

1. Sticky Tapes

This is the most common type available. Often referred to by the brand name sellotape, and it comes in 12mm and 18mm widths. The tape has moderate strength and can fit in a sticky tape dispenser with ease. You can see many types of sticky tapes here

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2. Packaging Tape

Commonly referred to as the packing tape, it is used for sealing parcels and boxes. The tape comes in a width of 48mm and requires pressure application. The considerable width makes it a suitable option to wrap up cartons and large boxes quickly.

3. Double-Sided Tape

As the name suggests, these tapes have adhesive on both sides. They are effective in sticking two surfaces together, especially in clothing.

4. Bondage Tapes

The tape has the self-adherence ability; it does not need any sticky adhesive. The most common example is as seen in tree grafting.

5. Duct Tapes

Commonly known as the Gorilla tape, this is one of the strongest adhesive tapes. It can be used to join the rubber and plastic together. You can find them in black and grey colours.

6. Fabric Tapes

The tape is a replica of the duct tape and has a width of 6mm or 12mm. You may have seen it in floristry for sealing the flower packages.

7. Electrical Tapes

The tape is most effective for electrical wiring insulation as it is made from vinyl. It also offers a protective lawyer on the sensitive and fragile electrical components.

8. Medical Tapes

The medical tapes are mostly used as a wound dressing. They are made of a hypoallergenic adhesive and zinc oxide to avoid further infections.

Conclusion

With a better understanding of the adhesive tapes, the storage, and the types, you know the best options for your specific needs.

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