Clean Removal & Residue-Free Tapes
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Technical Overview
Clean removal tapes are formulated so that the adhesive system's cohesive strength (internal strength) is significantly higher than its adhesive strength (stickiness to the substrate). This careful balance ensures that when the tape is removed, the adhesive fractures internally and cleanly lifts away without leaving residue (adhesive failure) or tearing the substrate (cohesive failure).
These products, typically masking or temporary fixing tapes, rely on specialized rubber or low-tack acrylic adhesives and carriers that resist stretching (e.g., vinyl or crepe paper). Key parameters include the UV stability of the adhesive (preventing curing/hardening onto the surface) and the maximum residue-free removal time (dwell time), often specified in days.
Why Choose Us
Differentiating Attributes
- Guaranteed Residue-Free Removal: Formulations are meticulously balanced to ensure the adhesive completely lifts from the substrate, eliminating the need for labor-intensive, costly cleaning with solvents.
- Surface Safety: The low, controlled tack level ensures the tape does not lift paint, damage delicate coatings, or leave behind ghosting or surface marks upon removal.
- UV-Stabilized Adhesives: Specific tapes for outdoor or long-dwell-time applications incorporate UV inhibitors to prevent the adhesive from curing and hardening onto the surface under sunlight.
- Versatile Substrate Compatibility: Available in formulations suitable for extremely sensitive materials (e.g., bare aluminum) up to rough, high-surface-energy surfaces, ensuring flexibility in application.
- Temperature Cycling Performance: Maintains removal properties even after exposure to moderate thermal cycling (e.g., parts moving through oven or cooling zones).
- Durable, Tear-Resistant Carriers: Carriers like PET or vinyl are used for clean removal applications where tearing the tape during removal is undesirable.
Core Features
Applications
- Temporary Protection of Sensitive Surfaces: Shielding polished stainless steel, glass, plastics, and finished surfaces during manufacturing, storage, and transport.
- Paint Masking (Automotive/Construction): Creating precise lines and protecting surrounding areas during painting and coating processes.
- Temporary Fixturing in Assembly: Holding components (e.g., wires, protective films, internal bezels) in place during automated or manual assembly until a permanent bond is established.
- Stage and Event Decoration: Securing cables, flooring, and temporary fixtures in venues where permanent damage is prohibited (glorified by "No-Residue Cloth Tape for Stage & Event Decoration").
- Stencil and Graphic Application: Temporarily mounting stencils or vinyl graphics for precise alignment and subsequent removal.
Technical Specifications
Introduction
Residue-free tapes are engineered for temporary applications, providing secure, reliable holding power while guaranteeing clean, non-damaging removal. This is essential for protecting delicate surfaces and minimizing clean-up time in high-precision assembly.
Company Profile
Jiangsu Shixin Adhesive Tape Product Co., Ltd. has developed specialized low-residue adhesive formulations for temporary fixing in electronics and appliance assembly, adhering to strict clean removal specifications for sensitive surfaces.
Since 2005, our commitment has been to provide highly functional tapes that maximize efficiency by eliminating costly cleaning steps, serving demanding clients like TCL and Midea who require flawless surface protection.
Usage Guide
| Property | Test Standard | Typical Value Range |
| Carrier Material | Internal Test Method | Crepe Paper, PET Film, Vinyl/PE Film |
| Removal Time (Residue-Free) | Internal Test Method | 7 Days to 60 Days (Specific Grade) |
| Adhesion to Steel | ASTM D3330 | 1.5 N/25mm – 4.0 N/25mm (Low to Medium Tack) |
| UV Resistance | ASTM G154 | Critical for extended outdoor removal |
| Temperature Resistance | Internal Thermal Test | Up to 150°C (High-temp masking) |
About
Jiangsu Shixin Adhesive Tape Product Co., Ltd.
Our company was registered and established in Wuxi, Jiangsu in 2005, Wuxi Shixin Adhesive Tape Products Co., Ltd., mainly engaged in various adhesive tape products; We are Wholesale Clean Removal & Residue-Free Tapes Suppliers andChina ODM Clean Removal & Residue-Free Tapes Factory and Producer, after nearly 20 years of persistence and struggle, the company has grown vigorously and gradually expanded in scale. In 2018, we invested in a new factory in Suqian, Jiangsu, and established Jiangsu Shixin Adhesive Tape Products Co., Ltd.; At present, our company has become a high-tech enterprise integrating R&D, production and sales. The company has always firmly believed in the belief that "quality and reputation are the foundation of survival", continuously cultivating technical personnel, strengthening the development of new products, improving sales support, and striving to provide customers with better products and services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Why do some "residue-free" tapes still leave glue behind?
- A: This is typically due to exceeding the maximum recommended dwell time, exposing the tape to high heat or UV light (curing the adhesive), or applying it to a chemically reactive substrate that degraded the adhesive boundary layer.
- Q: Are low-tack tapes reusable?
- A: Generally, no. Once the tape is removed, the adhesive surface may pick up dust or lose its uniformity, compromising the desired low-tack and clean-removal properties if reapplied.
- Q: Does the color of the tape affect residue?
- A: No, the color is in the carrier. However, dark colors (e.g., blue, black) are sometimes associated with UV-resistant adhesives because the color helps block some light, protecting the adhesive from curing.
- Q: What is the risk of using standard packaging tape for temporary fixing?
- A: Standard packaging tape uses aggressive, high-tack rubber adhesives that have low cohesive strength. They will almost certainly tear the surface or leave behind stubborn, difficult-to-remove residue, leading to rework.
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