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Key Takeaways
- Get the tape that works with your supplies (work or play)
- Know what makes each tape unique
- Choose the tape that lets you do what you do best
Know What You’re Labeling
Getting ahead takes organization, and that means seeing everything in your work environment clearly. So, know what you're labeling before you choose your label tape. What is it? Folders, binders, badges, glass, plastic, beakers, test tubes, pipes, electrical fittings, cables, cases — they all need label tape with different adhesive strength and durability. Keeping every label intact and clear, and, of course, keeping the labeled object clean and undamaged as well.
Remember the Six Essentials Before Buying Labels
- Adhesive strength
- Abrasion resistance
- Chemical resistance
- Water resistance
- Fading resistance
- Temperature withstanding
Every Brother tape clearly displays a specific strength and a suggested environment to use it in to make your decision a confident one. Whether it's working with fabrics in a sophisticated studio, or organizing a network patch panel, selecting the right tape features will make every application successful.
Choose the Perfect Tape
Now you know what makes each label tape unique, environment suggestion, strength, and features; just scan the Brother options below. Remember that good tape selection should help you make a simple, effective choice that lets you get back to making things happen as quickly as possible.
Standard Laminated Tape (8 meters)
Standard strengthGreat for everyday use, indoor and out:
- Files
- Binders
- Signage
- Name badges
Extra Strength Adhesive Tape – Laminated (8 meters)
Twice the adhesive strength of standardGreat for:
- Harsh environments
- Painted surfaces
- Textured surfaces
- Varying plastics
Flexible ID Tape or Wire and Cable Tape – Laminated (8 meters)
Great for sticking to laminate or adhesive itself:- Cable and wire
- Vials, beakers, and test tubes
- Pipes and round surfaces
- Electrical fittings and connectors*
Super Narrow Tape – Non-Laminated (8 meters)
Standard strength; security pattern appears if removedGreat for:
- CD case spines
- Narrow spaces
Tamper Evident Tape – Laminated (8 meters)
Standard strength; security pattern appears if removedGreat for:
- Computers and electronic devices
- Equipment after calibration
- Furniture
- Items sealed for security
Acid-Free Adhesive† Tape – Laminated (8 meters)
Can be applied directly to photo-sensitive material without damageGreat for:
- Photos
- Scrapbooks
Fabric Iron-on Tape – Non-Laminated (8 meters)
Withstands multiple times through wash/laundry Great for:- Cotton and cotton-polyester blends
- Uniforms and commercial garments
- Bedding and linens
- Camp, school, and harshly-used clothing
Legal Disclaimers
- Not electrical insulator.
- Claims that adhesive is "acid-free" and/or "photo-safe" are based upon: 1. Satisfactory test results obtained from Photographic Activity Tests per ISO 14523 and non-acidic pH tests per TAPPI 509; 2. Certifications from material manufacturers; and 3. Atomic scans
