Identifying HSE & LSE Substrates - Part II Testing Substrates When searching for the appropriate adhesive system to create the best bond to your substrate, one of the most critical issues to determine is the surface energy of the substrate. Most substrates are classified as either High Surface Energy (HSE) or Low Surface Energy [...]
The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) and ASTM International set standards for Pressure Sensitive Adhesive tapes to help identify key performance properties. There are several key evaluation metrics:
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Manufacturers in a variety of industries know the significant benefits of working with tapes versus liquid glue, sealants and other mechanical fasteners. Tapes offer a permanent bond, no cure time, no fumes and no messy clean ups, which is preferred for bonding in roofing, appliances, semiconductors, space vehicles, building & construction and many other industries. [...]
HSE & LSE Substrates Identification Identifying Substrates and Pairing the Right Adhesive When searching for the appropriate adhesive system to create the best bond to your substrate, most important to consider is surface condition. Features such as roughness, smoothness, how porous, coated, uncoated, cleanliness, flexibility and size of the part. However, one of the [...]
Tips for Storing Adhesive Tape Many people are surprised to hear adhesive tape products do have a shelf life. Shelf life varies per product, but you will find with proper packaging and storage your pressure sensitive adhesive tapes can last well past their shelf life and perform without any issues. The primary cause for [...]
Surface prep is required to ensure a solid adhesive bond onto most surfaces. Any type of contaminants can inhibit a secure bond between the surface and adhesive. Whether you have a simple surface that requires general cleaning or a heavily saturated surface that requires a heavy-duty solvent based cleaner, a clean surface will always [...]
Elite Tape’s Hi Bond (EHB) line was designed for endless applications in a variety of industries and markets. Elite’s EHB tapes provide superior, permanent bonds between a variety of substrates including plastics, glass, composites, metals and some sealed woods. Our EHB’s are used in several industries including sign manufacturing, furniture, appliances, automotive OEM [...]
PTFE & UHMW Tapes Where are they used? You may not realize it, but you come into contact with many items throughout your day that were processed using PTFE Film Tapes, PTFE Coated Glass Cloth Tapes and UHMW Tapes. These tapes are used in the various manufacturing and [...]
There are many different types of adhesive systems when it comes to pressure-sensitive tapes. Each type of adhesive is designed specifically for a purpose and application. Knowing the difference between each type of adhesive system is important in order to get the best results for your particular job or use. Pressure sensitive adhesives are [...]
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