Packaging Tapes

AP 101® General Purpose Grade Acrylic Packaging Tape

General purpose grade acrylic packaging tape designed for closure of lightweight cartons in manual and automated industrial sealing settings. Durable BOPP film provides strength and flexibility, while a high-quality adhesive gives AP 101® clarity, UV resistance, premium aging characteristics and low odor to tackle the task at hand.

Features & Applications

  • General purpose grade, light duty acrylic packaging tape
  • UV-resistant
  • Excellent aging characteristics
  • Performs in a range of temperatures
  • Specifications

    Learn more about AP 101 in depth by exploring all of its features and uses. You can also visit TapeUniversity.com to learn more about choosing and using tapes.

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    Construction

    Backing: 25 micron cast biaxially oriented polypropylene film

    Adhesive: Emulsion acrylic adhesive

    Liner: NA

    Properties & Technical Data

    Product Nomenclature: AP 101
    PropertyStandardMetric
    Adhesion to Stainless Steel18 oz/in width1.97 N/10 mm
    Application Temperature Range20 F to 110 F-7 C to 43 C
    Elongation150%150%
    Service Temperature Range-20 F to 180 F-29 C to 82 C
    Tensile20 lbs/in width35.0 N/10 mm
    Thickness1.6 mils0.041 mm
    Physical and performance characteristics shown above are obtained from tests recommended by PSTC, ASTM, government agencies or Shurtape Technologies, LLC, Quality Assurance and Technical Service departments and do not represent a guarantee of product performance. Individual rolls may vary slightly from these averages. The user should determine whether the product is fit for a particular purpose and is suitable for the user’s method of application before use.

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    Sizes & Colors

    Colors Available: Clear (CLR) Tan (TAN)

    Lengths Available: 54.6 yd, 109.3 yd, 1000 yd

    Widths Available: 1.88 in, 2.83 in

    Sizes and colors disclaimer: Lead times may apply. Please contact Shurtape customer service for information related to stock and non-stock sizes and colors.

    Storage & Usage Conditions

    Tape should be stored in its original packaging in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight and should be used within 12 months of date of shipment. Surfaces to which tape is applied should be clean, dry and free of grease, oil or other contaminants.

    Applicable Standards

    FDA Indirect Contact CFR 21, 175.105

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    Where to Buy

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