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Cloth tape for reliable
industrial applications
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Choose our adhesive cloth tapes for reliable performance across general and specialist industry applications. Versatile single and double-sided cloth tapes are effective solutions for masking, mounting, bundling, and repairing. We also supply cloth tapes developed for specialist applications, including heat seal release tape for high temperature sealing and reliable gliding in material transportation. 

Cloth tapes can be used as a versatile adhesive solution in many industry situations. Find out more about standard, premium, and specialist cloth tapes.

Every project is different, so please get in touch with us if you want to talk through options for a specific application.

Features

Key features of our cloth tapes

We supply high-quality cloth tapes for all your industrial applications. Designed with a choice of backings and adhesives to meet demanding environments, they offer fast application, reliable adhesion, and range of different features: 

  • Our cloth tapes are highly flexible and conformable and will provide reliable adhesion, even on rough and uneven surfaces. 
  • Strong and durable to provide high-performance, long-lasting adhesion indoors and outdoors.  
  • Easy to handle: Many of our cloth tapes are hand-tearable horizontally and vertically. Pressure sensitive application makes them good for quick fixes and repairs. 
  • Robust: High-tensile, heavy duty cloth tapes are resistant to high and low temperatures, waterproof, and UV/weather resistant. 
  • Reliable and tear-resistant: Once in position, cloth tapes will maintain their functionality, even with minor damage. 
  • Versatile: Rubber-based cloth tapes offer immediate tack and residue-free removal; specialist adhesives offer superior resistance to heat and electrical insulation.
  • Tapes are available in a variety of colors and are writable for easy color coding, bundling, and organizing. Various widths and thicknesses are available. 
  • Value for money: Cloth tapes can be a cost-effective adhesive solution. 
Flexibility icon representing adaptable performance, illustrating cloth tapes designed to conform to irregular surfaces and contours.
Flexible and conformable
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High, long lasting adhesion
Weather and humidity resistance icon, illustrating cloth tapes designed to perform reliably when exposed to moisture, temperature changes, and outdoor conditions.
Reliable, even under harsch environmental conditions
Strength and performance icon, representing cloth tapes designed for durable adhesion, easy handling, and versatile industrial use.
Robust and tear-resistant
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Residue-free removable
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Writeable
Applications

Typical applications for cloth tapes

Cloth tapes have many applications in industry. Use them for masking during coating or paint applications; secure mounting of components; bundling or color coding of electrical cables; repairs or protection of surfaces. Their flexibility, conformability and strength make them a good choice for applications such as:

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Masking
of underlying surfaces when applying paint or coatings.
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Bundling, color coding marking
of wires, cables, pipes, etc.
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Permanent sealing
of pipes joints, tins and tubes
Illustration of a wrapped pipe or cable, showing cloth tapes used for protective wrapping, insulation, and bundling applications.
Wrapping
of critical components
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Edge protection
to avoid damages
Illustration of a temporarily fixed component, showing cloth tapes used for secure positioning and temporary mounting during assembly processes.
Temporary mounting
of wires and cables
Illustration of a partially covered surface, showing cloth tapes used for temporary masking and protection during painting, coating, and finishing applications.
Temporary masking
for example during construction works
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Repairing and maintenance
to protect or reinforce surfaces
Products

Cloth tapes for industry applications

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Our cloth tapes are ideal products for the daily demands encountered in industry and by craftsmen – the applications are endless, including usage in extreme temperature and climatic conditions.

Specialties and Premium tapes: For sophisticated applications with a high level of properties: highly temperature-resistant, excellent abrasion resistance, and straight longitudinal and horizontal tear edges.

Gaffer tapes: Ideal tapes for temporary applications. They can be used on rough surfaces and can be removed quickly and residue-free after usage.

Duct tapes: The universal helper – especially suitable for general purpose and temporary applications. They have a lower tensile strength and limited resistance to weathering.

Find an overview of our cloth tape solutions below: 

 
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At tesa, our adhesive cloth tapes are a versatile option for general and specialist industrial applications. Our experts are here for you, if you want advice, have a question, or need further information. Simply get in touch with us now. 

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