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To find a tape with the right characteristics for your exact needs, there are a number of factors to consider. This includes understanding your application, the substrates you are bonding, the environmental conditions it will be subject to and the stress the bond will be subject to. 

Once these characteristics have been determined, we will use additional information to decide on the right product, such as required thickness, cost target, required tolerances, quantity per annum and per drop, number of units (rolls, sheets, box etc)  presentation requirements , project life span and whether quality documentation is required (ISIR, PPAP, CofC, CPK etc).

A correctly specified tape is the primary factor in ensuring a reliable bond. In addition, the tape must be used correctly to ensure you achieve its optimum performance. Factors such as incorrect storage, surface preparation and application can all impair the effectiveness of your adhesive product. Get these right and you can be confident in achieving a reliable bond.

A pressure sensitive adhesive is one which bonds on contact with a surface to form a bond of immediately useful strength, without applied heat or other means of activation and with minimal applied pressure.

A pressure sensitive adhesive:

• Is aggressively and permanently tacky/sticky
• Adheres with pressure – finger or hand
• Does not require activation by water, solvent or heat
• May exert a strong holding force (ability to carry a load)
• Has sufficient cohesiveness and elasticity

Common types include rubber, acrylic and silicone adhesives. Different types have definite advantages over others and no single type will do every job.

For more terms view our glossary.