Packing tapes are ultimate packaging accessories that are essentially required to secure the open ends of cartons for spill-proof and safe shipping. Among the various types of industrial tapes available on the market, the debate between water-based acrylic and hot-melt adhesive carton sealing tapes persists.
While both the varieties have separate features and a list of benefits, both can be used for carton sealing at room temperature. The difference occurs when the conditions feature a wide range of extreme temperatures and very rigid corrugated flaps.
Let's look at the advantages & applications of both the types of packing tapes:
WATER-BASED ACRYLIC CARTON SEALING TAPES
Advantages:
- Functional in a wide temperature range - Acrylic tapes feature a service temperature of -10°F to 200°F vs. 30°F to 122°F of hot melt.
- Extended shelf life - Acrylic is known to have a longer shelf life without compromising on performance.
- Resistant to UV light sources - The material will not allow yellowing on exposure to direct sunlight or UV sources.
- Enhanced seal strength - Acrylic adhesive tends to absorb deeply into the corrugated flaps over time.
- Economically priced - The Acrylic sealing tapes are comparatively more affordable than the hot melt varieties.
Application:
- General purpose carton sealing
- Display boxes (as they do not yellow)
- Hot as well as cold applications
Advantages:
- High sheer - A greater sheer allows better adherence to corrugated boxes and to under-filled/overstuffed boxes.
- Improved quick initial tack - Hot melt ensures quick tack property that adheres easily to dusty, dirty and soiled substrates or plastics.
- Performance consistency - Hot melt packing tapes have a release coat that allows the tape to dispense with consistence throughout the entire tape length.
Application:
- General purpose carton sealing
- Overfilled or under-filled cartons
- Double-walled and thick corrugated boxes
- Dusty, dirty and soiled substrates application
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