Which adhesive tapes do I need?
Not sure which adhesive tape to choose? In this practical guide we help you to find the ideal tape according to the use you need (bonding, sealing, insulation...) and the type of surface (metal, plastic, glass, etc.). Prevent mistakes, save time and choose with confidence.
🧰 1. ¿Qué tener en cuenta antes de elegir una cinta adhesiva?
- Type of application: fixing, protecting, sealing, masking, insulating...
- Environmental conditions: heat, cold, humidity, weather, friction...
- Surface to be glued: lisa o rugosa, porosa o no porosa, flexible o rígida.
- Desired duration: temporary or permanent.
- Required resistance: mechanical, chemical, thermal, or electrical.
📌 2. Recommended Adhesive Tapes by Application
🛠️ Bonding or Mounting Parts
- Double-sided acrylic or PE foam tape: perfect for bonding elements in furniture, signage, decoration, or construction.
- VHB tape or reinforced transfer tape: for high-strength, long-lasting industrial assemblies.
🧪 Surface Masking
- Masking tape (paper): for temporary indoor painting.
- High-temperature masking tape (Kapton or polyester): suitable for powder coating, soldering, or paint curing.
🔌 Electrical Insulation
- PVC electrical tape: for cables, splices, and quick fixes.
- Fabric or PET fleece tape: for wire harnessing in the automotive sector.
- EPR or self-fusing tape: professional insulation for high-voltage applications.
🌧️ Sealing and Moisture Protection
- Embossed aluminum foil tape: used in HVAC, duct sealing, insulation, and roofing.
- Butyl or rubber sealing tape: perfect for sealing joints and edges in windows, vehicles, roofs, and caravans.
🚧 Marking and Safety
- Duct tape: versatile, durable, quick application.
- BOPP barricade tape: temporary warning and marking for worksites or events.
- Reflective tape: permanent marking for vehicles, fences, or warehouses.
- Anti-slip tape: for stairs, ramps, and floors in safety-critical areas.
🧱 3. Best Tapes by Surface Type
SURFACE | RECOMMENDED TAPE |
Glass | Doble cara transparente, Kapton o cinta de poliéster. |
Metal | Aluminio, VHB, transfer o cinta eléctrica resistente. |
Plastic (PE/PP) | Modified acrylic or rubber-based tapes. |
Wood | Cinta de doble cara de espuma o cinta americana. |
Rough surfaces | Cinta de espuma PE, antideslizante o butílica. |
Textiles/Fabric | Cinta Gaffer o cinta de tela con adhesivo acrílico. |
Still Unsure Which Tape to Use? 🤔
Don’t worry. At Adhesivos Técnicos & Troquelados, we’ll help you choose the right product with no obligation.
Just tell us what you need it for and we’ll suggest the ideal solution (and even send you a sample).
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