Packaging Tapes

GS 490 Economy Grade Fiberglass Reinforced Strapping Tape

Economy grade fiberglass reinforced strapping tape for light duty strapping, packaging, bundling and palletizing applications. GS 490 offers good adhesion, quick stick and shock resistance for a range of tasks.

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Features & Applications

Economy grade fiberglass reinforced strapping tape

Good adhesion, quick stick and shock resistance

Moisture- and solvent-resistant

Will not split or crack

Specifications

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Markets

Building & Construction - Abatement/Containment/Restoration

Packaging Solutions - Bundling/Palletizing

Industrial MRO - Facilities Maintenance

Industrial MRO - Janitorial

Specialty - Made in USA

Converting - Packaging Tape

Industrial MRO - Steel Pipe Coating

Construction

Backing: Fiberglass reinforced, cast biaxially oriented polypropylene film

Adhesive: Synthetic rubber/resin hot melt adhesive

Liner: NA

Properties & Technical Data

Product Nomenclature: GS 490

Property	Standard	Metric
Adhesion to Stainless Steel	60 oz/in width	6.27 N/10 mm
Elongation	3.50%	3.50%
Service Temperature Range	-10 F to 150 F	-23 C to 66 C
Tensile	100 lbs/in width	175.1 N/10 mm
Thickness	4.5 mils	0.11 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.

Downloads

Technical Data Sheet
Sales Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Regulatory Compliance Letter
Packaging Tape Pro Gude

Sizes & Colors

Colors Available: Clear (CLR)

Lengths Available: 60.1 yd, 328 yd

Widths Available: 0.47 in, 0.7 in, 0.94 in, 1.41 in, 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
FDA Indirect Contact CFR 21, 177.1520

WHERE TO BUY

Shurtape Packaging Tapes products can be found online or nationwide at the following preferred retailers. Check our Where to Buy page for more information on where to buy Shurtape products.

GS 490 Economy Grade Fiberglass Reinforced Strapping Tape

Features & Applications