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2. Electrical tape - Wikipedia

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   Electrical tape (or insulating tape) is a type of pressure-sensitive tape used to insulate electrical wires and other materials that conduct electricity. It can be made of many plastics but PVC (polyvinyl chloride, "vinyl") is the most popular, as it stretches well and gives effective and long-lasting insulation.

3. Scotch tape - Wikipedia

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   Magic Tape, also known as Magic Transparent Tape, is a brand within the Scotch Tape family of adhesive tapes made by 3M, sold in distinctive plaid packaging. Invented and introduced in 1961, it is the original matte finish tape. It appears frosty on the roll yet is invisible on paper. This quality makes it popular for gift-wrapping. [13]

4. List of adhesive tapes - Wikipedia

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   This is a marking tape used in the theater, film and television industry to mark areas on a stage for actors. Wound closure strip A medical tape (3M trademark). Surgical tape A medical tape. Stretch-release adhesive Adhesive type manufactured by 3M. Tear tape Allows for easy opening of fast-moving consumer goods. May also carry brand messaging ...

5. Pressure-sensitive tape - Wikipedia

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   Duct tape usually has a plastic-coated fabric backing and a strong adhesive. Double-sided tape has adhesive on both sides of a backing material, for attaching two surfaces together. Electrical tape (or insulating tape) stretches to conform to irregular objects, and is made of materials like vinyl that do not conduct electricity.

6. Chemistry of pressure-sensitive adhesives - Wikipedia

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   These rely on adhesive material affixed to a backing such as paper or plastic film. [1] Because of the inherent tackiness of the adhesive material and low surface energy, these tapes can be placed onto a variety of substrates when light pressure is applied, including paper, wood, metals, and ceramics.

7. Pressure-sensitive adhesive - Wikipedia

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   Removable adhesives are used in applications such as surface protection films, masking tapes, bookmark and note papers, price marking labels, promotional graphics materials, and for skin contact (wound care dressings, EKG electrodes, athletic tape, transdermal drug patches, etc.). Some removable adhesives are designed to repeatedly stick and ...