Filament & Strapping Tape
Select the Right Type of Filament Tape
While adhesives determine stickiness, the strength of a packing tape largely depends on its backing material. Consider the overall size, weight, and surface of the bundle or load that needs securing when choosing a backing material. Propylene is the most commonly used option. It is available in two varieties: MOPP and BOPP. MOPP, or monoaxial oriented polypropylene, backing has a woven fiberglass yarn along its length. This gives it an extremely high longitudinal tensile strength.
MOPP backing is very strong and can withstand extreme temperature changes. It also has excellent shock, tear, and impact resistance. Use this type to secure palletized loads and bundled items before shipping them. BOPP, or biaxial oriented polypropylene, backing has longitudinal and cross-woven fiberglass strands. This design improves durability and gives it exceptional cross-directional strength. Choose BOPP tapes to secure cardboard boxes and repair holes in shipping containers, toys, and household objects.
Find Strapping Tapes Strong Enough for Your Packages
Tape width typically ranges from 0.5 inches to 2 inches. Choose a narrow one for a corrugated box with a small gap between its flaps. Strapping down palletized loads requires strong, wide tapes. Thickness is another important feature to consider. While a thicker tape is not necessarily a stronger one, it is usually better for heavy-duty applications. Manufacturers quote thickness in mil. A mil is one-thousandth of an inch.
Grade is a better measure of tape strength. It describes tensile strength per inch of width. A general-purpose tape has a grade of 100 pounds per inch. To secure heavy loads, look for units rated at 300 – 400 pounds per inch. There are heavy-duty filament tapes available that offer up to 600 pounds of tensile strength per inch.
What Kinds of Adhesives Do Filament Strapping Tapes Have?
They use three types of adhesives: natural rubber, synthetic rubber, and acrylic. Natural rubber adhesive is the most versatile. It has the highest holding power, can stick to more surfaces, and works in extreme conditions. Synthetic rubber or hot melt adhesive is transparent, sticks faster, and retains high tack on plastic and steel surfaces. Acrylic adhesives are also transparent and enjoy excellent UV-resistance.
Can You Use Filament Tapes with Tape Dispensers?
Yes. Depending on size and type, it’s possible to apply them by hand or with handheld dispensers. Choose a dispenser with a metal build and a blade sharp enough to cut through the reinforced filament backing. Consider tape width and the core diameter of the roll when selecting a dispenser.
Are There Printable Filament Tapes?
Yes. Printable backing materials make it easy to advertise your brand, leave warning labels and handling instructions on packages, and tag them with identification information. Printable tapes can be clear or colored.
The Best Filament & Strapping Tapes For 2020
We used 1,949 customer reviews of the 195 types of Filament & Strapping Tapes we carry to determine the best Filament & Strapping Tapes for school, business, teachers, almost anything. The prices of these popular Filament & Strapping Tapes can start as low as $2.49 up to 1499.99. Here are the top Filament & Strapping Tapes for 2020:
- Scotch Heavy Duty Strapping Tape, 3/4" x 60 yds, 1/Pack - 4.9 stars from 16 reviews
- Scotch® Extreme Application Packaging Tape, 3" Core, Clear, 50mm x 50m, 1/Rl - 4.5 stars from 1 reviews
- Scotch® #893 General Performance Filament Tape, 1" x 60 yds., 6/Pack - 4.5 stars from 2 reviews
- 3M™ 860 Tensilized Strapping Tape, 1/2" x 120 yds., Black, 12/Case - 4.5 stars from 1 reviews
Shop Discount Filament & Strapping Tapes And Save
At Staples, we understand price is frequently the deciding factor when buying Filament & Strapping Tapes and other office supplies. However, you still want the best Filament & Strapping Tapes for your work, school, or other needs. Which is why below we’ve pulled together the lowest prices out of our 195 Filament & Strapping Tapes. Prices range from $2.49 to $1,499.99:
- SI Products 5.1 Mil Filament Tape, 0.75" x 60 Yds. (9100022) - 4.5 stars from 1 reviews
- Scotch Heavy Duty Strapping Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 360", 1/Pack - 4.4 stars from 163 reviews
- Staples® Fiberglass Filament Tape, 0.9" x 60 Yards - 4.4 stars from 446 reviews
- Scotch® Filament Tape 893, Clear, 12 mm x 55 m, 72/Case (893-12) - 3.0 stars from 2 reviews
Popular Filament & Strapping Tape Brands, According To Customers
With more than 9 brands and 195 Filament & Strapping Tape products in stock, Staples can help you find the best brand of Filament & Strapping Tape for your home, office, or school. We looked at nearly 1,949 Filament & Strapping Tape reviews to find the top Filament & Strapping Tape brands in our inventory. Based on average customer ratings, the top best Filament & Strapping Tape brands are:
- Duck has 2 available products
- 3M has 1 available products
- Tesa Tapes has 2 available products
- Staples has 6 available products
- Scotch has 25 available products