Are there so many types of tape? Do you know the specific function of each tape?

As an indispensable item for every household, tape is filled in every bit of people's lives, but do you know what types of tape there are? What are the different characteristics of these different types of tapes? It’s okay if you don’t know, let YOUJIANG packaging tell you next!

1. Transparent tape

The most common transparent tape in daily life is mainly made of PET, BOPP film and other materials as the base material. Its coating layer is made of improved acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive. Compared with tissue paper tape, its thickness is thinner and its surface is uniform. , not only has long-lasting adhesion, but also has many properties such as waterproof, vapor resistance, UV protection and anti-aging, so it is used in many fields. YOUJIANG Packaging has also recently launched various types of transparent tapes and imported them into the market in large quantities, achieving considerable results.

2. BOPP sealing tape

BOPP tape is based on BOPP film, and its coating is mainly water-based pressure-sensitive adhesive. It has the characteristics of low cost and strong adhesion. It is often used in the packaging of various export cartons. It has strong performance and a certain protective effect.

3. Cloth-based adhesive tape

Cloth-based adhesive tape is made of mesh treated with PE resin, and is coated with oil-based pressure-sensitive adhesive. It has excellent initial adhesion, waterproof and moisture resistance, and is suitable for bonding heavy items. , widely used in industry.

4. Foam adhesive tape

Foam tape is made of EVA or PE foam as the base material, and then one or both sides are coated with solvent-based (or hot-melt) pressure-sensitive adhesive and then coated with release paper. It has the functions of sealing and shock absorption. Products are widely used in electronic and electrical products, mechanical parts, various small household appliances, mobile phone accessories, industrial instruments, computers and peripheral equipment, auto parts, audio-visual equipment, toys, cosmetics, etc.

5. Kraft paper tape

Kraft paper tape uses Kraft paper as the base material and is mainly coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive. It is a single-sided tape with high-strength adhesive force, waterproof, anti-freeze, and easy to tear. It is an ideal green product and can be used for paper splicing and carton sealing. 

6. Masking tape

Masking tape is a high-quality masking tape. It mainly uses crepe paper as the base material. It is coated on one side with rubber-based adhesive or hot solvent. It has the characteristics of good adhesion and easy removal. It can be used for surface treatment. Can be used for masking during spraying operations.