How to Choose the Right Packaging Tape for Your Needs
Choosing the right packaging tape helps keep your cartons secure, reduces the risk of returns, and makes your packing process run more smoothly. Here’s a straightforward guide to matching the right tape to the job, along with a quick look at the specialty tapes available in Power Packaging’s versatile adhesive tape range.
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Core Adhesive Technologies Compared
| Adhesive | Key Strengths | Ideal Use | Power Packaging Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acrylic | UV & temperature resistant, clear appearance | Long-term storage, ambient or cool rooms | Redline Acrylic Packing Tape |
| Hot-Melt | Instant tack, high holding power | Automated lines, heavy cartons | PP105 Hot-Melt Tape |
| Natural Rubber | Grips dusty/recycled board, flexible | Manual sealing, cold warehouses | Natural Rubber Hand Tape |
Quick Selection by Application
- E-commerce cartons (≤15 kg): 48 mm acrylic or hot-melt hand tape.
- Heavy industrial freight (15–30 kg): Stylus PP50 Heavy Duty or Husky reinforced options.
- Cold chain & freezer: Natural-rubber adhesive maintains bond at –20°C.
- Automated taping machines: Machine-grade hot-melt for consistent seal integrity.
- Eco-friendly goals: Water-activated kraft paper tape – 100 % recyclable with cartons.
Beyond Carton Sealing – Specialty Tapes
Double-Sided Tape
Ideal for POS displays, signage and assembly. Choose tissue, polyester or PE foam for varying strength.
Cloth & Duct Tapes
Stylus 370 cloth tape—hand-tearable and strong for repairs, bundling and marking.
Filament Strapping Tape
Glass fibre reinforced, resists splitting—great for palletizing and bundling heavy items.
PVC Electrical Tape
Insulates and marks wires—available in multiple colours for ID.
Strapping & Bundling Tapes
Strong, high-stretch tape for securing containers, cables and parts.
Anti-Slip / Safety Tapes
Mineral-grit surface for stairs, ramps and loading docks to prevent slips.
Brand Spotlight – Tesa, Stylus & Husky
Tesa® – German-engineered, including 51495 foil tape for HVAC and 4298 strapping for load containment.
Stylus® – Local expertise: from economy PP30 to heavy-duty PP50, plus masking, cloth, and foam tapes.
Husky® – Reliable national standard for consistent carton sealing; full Husky hand tape range in stock.