Reinforced Water Activated Tape

Reinforced Water Activated Tape

Reinforced Water-Activated Tape

Our reinforced water-activated tape is designed for secure carton sealing with fiberglass reinforcement and water-activated adhesive. It works well on recycled cartons and non-unitized loads, making it a good fit for light weight to average carton sealing.

Best For

  • Two-strip carton sealing, top and bottom
  • Light weight to average cartons
  • Recycled cartons
  • Non-unitized loads

Quick Comparison

Product Caliper MD Tensile CD Tensile Recommended Carton Weight Best Use
240 White 6.4 mil 68 lbs/in 25 lbs/in Up to 25 lbs Light weight to average cartons with a white finish
240 Natural 6.3 mil 55 lbs/in 30 lbs/in Up to 30 lbs Light weight to average cartons with a natural kraft look

240 White – Reinforced Water-Activated Tape

3-way fiberglass reinforced white carton sealing tape manufactured with water-activated adhesive.

(water at recommended 110°F/43°C)

Fipago 2/0 Fipago 2/1 Fipago 5/0 Fipago 15/0 McLaurin
42 mm-kgf 73 mm-kgf 66 mm-kgf 84 mm-kgf 90

The following data are nominal values based on ASTM and other standard tests. This data should not be considered specification.

Physical Properties

Recommended for use on light weight to average cartons up to 25 pounds (11 kg).

Caliper MD Tensile CD Tensile
6.4 mils (0.16 mm) 68 lbs/in (298 N/25mm) 25 lbs/in (109 N/25mm)

Construction Per 3,000 Square Feet (metric)

Top Ply Bottom Ply Laminating Adhesive Water-Activated Adhesive MD Reinforcement CD Reinforcement
25 lb (41 g/m2) White Paper 23 lb (37 g/m2) Natural Kraft Paper Hot Melt Modified Starch (1-1-1-1-1)
75 Fiberglass (per 72mm),
1/2” spacing
(1-1-1)
Polyester,
1.10” spacing, 44° angle

240 Natural – Reinforced Water-Activated Tape

3-way fiberglass reinforced natural kraft carton sealing tape manufactured with water-activated adhesive.

(water at recommended 110°F/43°C)

Fipago 2/0 Fipago 2/1 Fipago 5/0 Fipago 15/0 McLaurin
49 mm-kgf 71 mm-kgf 75 mm-kgf 90 mm-kgf 86

The following data are nominal values based on ASTM and other standard tests. This data should not be considered specification.

Physical Properties

Recommended for use on light weight to average cartons up to 30 pounds (14 kg).

Caliper MD Tensile CD Tensile
6.3 mils (0.16 mm) 55 lbs/in (244 N/25mm) 30 lbs/in (133 N/25mm)

Construction Per 3,000 Square Feet (metric)

Top & Bottom Ply Laminating Adhesive Water-Activated Adhesive MD Reinforcement CD Reinforcement
23 lb (37 g/m2) Natural Kraft Paper Hot Melt Modified Starch Water-Activated Adhesive (1-1-1-1-1)
75 Fiberglass (per 72mm),
1/2” spacing
(1-1-1)
Polyester,
1.10” spacing, 44° angle

Storage Recommendation

Store new stock behind current stock. Store in a clean, dry place. Temperature of 70°F (21°C) +/- 6°F, and 40% to 50% relative humidity are recommended.

Application

Used for two strip sealing cartons top and bottom. Works well on recycled cartons, and non-unitized loads.

Shelf Life

When stored under recommended conditions, converted rolls have an expected shelf life up to two years from date of shipment. Jumbo rolls have the same expected shelf life, but it is recommended that they are converted within 6 months of date of shipment.

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