Self adhesive foam tape offers a straightforward way to mount, fix, seal or bond different materials without relying on traditional mechanical fixings. SKD Tapes supplies a range of technical foam tapes designed for different surfaces, environments and applications.
A foam tape consists of a foam carrier with an adhesive system. The foam can help the tape accommodate minor differences between surfaces, making it useful for applications involving flat, textured or slightly uneven materials. SKD Tapes offers foam tapes in materials including polyethylene, EPDM and PVC.
The range includes products suitable for internal and external use. Some options are UV resistant and use pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive systems. Depending on the product, foam tapes can be used on surfaces such as plastic, metal, glass, wood and painted materials.
One example is the TM510A foam tape, which uses a closed-cell PE foam carrier and solvent acrylic adhesive. It is suitable for plastics, painted surfaces, metals and wood and can be used indoors or outdoors. The foam is highly conformable, allowing it to adapt to textured surfaces, while also helping to absorb vibration.
Self adhesive foam tape can be useful across several sectors. SKD Tapes highlights applications including signs, nameplates, conduit, flooring profiles and furniture trims. Foam tapes are also used for automotive trims, badges and registration plates, as well as mounting mirrors and other accessories.
The way the tape is supplied can also be important. SKD Tapes can convert foam tape into slit rolls, log rolls, jumbo rolls and bobbins. Die-cut components are another option, with tapes produced as pads, squares, discs and bespoke shapes. This allows the adhesive material to fit more easily into different production and assembly processes.
Selecting the right self adhesive foam tape depends on the application. The surface, environment, thickness, adhesive type and required format should all be considered before choosing a product.
SKD Tapes has extensive experience converting technical adhesive tapes and can supply products in a range of sizes and formats. For applications with specific requirements, the company can also provide bespoke options and technical support to help identify a suitable tape.
