Mono Filament Strapping Tape
OPALUS PACK is a manufacturer of mono filament strapping tape for export carton closure, pallet edge support, appliance component securing, and long-item bundling. This product is positioned as a mono-directional fiberglass reinforced strapping tape, not a broad filament tape range. PET film, lengthwise fiberglass yarn, and hot melt or synthetic rubber adhesive work together to control straight-line pulling force. Typical factory test ranges include 0.11-0.18 mm thickness, 450-1500 N/25 mm tensile strength, and 3%-8% elongation.
- Material: PET film with lengthwise fiberglass yarn
- Adhesive: Hot melt or synthetic rubber adhesive
- Color: Clear, translucent white, or custom tint
- Thickness: 0.11-0.18 mm typical range
- Width: 12 mm-96 mm common slit width
- Length: 50 m, 55 m, 100 m, or jumbo roll
Key Features
Product Overview
Mono filament strapping tape is selected when a package needs reinforcement mainly along the tape length. The fiberglass yarn runs in one direction, so the tape can hold tension across carton seams, around long bundles, or over appliance parts without stretching too quickly during transport.
Its focus is lengthwise tensile support, not a full product range or a narrow-width tape specification. In actual packing work, failure often starts at a stressed point: a carton flap lifts after stacking, a bottom seam opens, a pipe bundle loosens after the first wrap stretches, or a pallet edge shifts when stretch film is not enough. Lengthwise yarn gives the tape a direct reinforcement path and helps reduce visible loosening.
Adhesive selection should match the surface. Hot melt adhesive gives fast tack on corrugated board. Synthetic rubber adhesive offers stronger grab on heavier cartons, coated boards, appliance parts, metal parts, and mixed surfaces. For sample checks, OPALUS PACK compares seam lift, edge lifting, bundle loosening, wrap count, overlap length, and holding condition after 24-48 hours under actual package weight.
Benefits
- Reinforces export carton seams and helps reduce flap opening during shipment.
- Provides high lengthwise tensile strength for pallet edge support, carton reinforcement, and long-item bundling.
- Keeps low stretch under pulling force, with typical elongation around 3%-8% depending on grade.
- Helps secure appliance doors, shelves, trays, panels, and loose parts without plastic strapping at every point.
- Clear or translucent backing keeps carton printing, barcodes, and handling marks easier to read.
- Custom slit width helps match carton weight, tape overlap, wrap count, hand use, or dispenser application.
How Does Lengthwise Fiberglass Yarn Improve Transport Packaging?
Lengthwise fiberglass yarn gives the tape its main holding strength. When applied across a carton seam or around a long bundle, the yarn carries pulling force along the tape direction. This helps reduce stretching, splitting, and sudden breakage during lifting or vibration. In sample observation, properly selected fiberglass reinforced strapping tape should keep the wrap tight after 24-48 hours under real package load, especially on stressed seams and bundled goods.
TDS / Technical Data Sheet
| Item | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Mono-directional fiberglass reinforced strapping tape |
| Backing Material | PET film or BOPP film, depending on grade |
| Reinforcement | Lengthwise fiberglass yarn |
| Adhesive Type | Hot melt adhesive or synthetic rubber adhesive |
| Total Thickness | 0.11-0.18 mm typical factory test range |
| Roll Width | 12 mm-96 mm common, custom slit width available |
| Roll Length | 50 m, 55 m, 100 m, 500 m jumbo roll reference |
| Tensile Strength | 450-1500 N/25 mm, depending on yarn density |
| Elongation at Break | 3%-8% typical reference value |
| Peel Adhesion to Steel | 16-25 N/25 mm typical reference value |
| Holding Power | >=36 h or >=48 h sample observation |
| Service Temperature | -10 C to 80 C typical use range |
| Recommended Use | Carton reinforcement, pallet edge support, appliance securing, long-item bundling |
Applications
- Export carton closure for heavy corrugated boxes where seam opening is a common risk.
- Carton seam reinforcement for packages handled many times before final delivery.
- Pallet edge support when stretch film alone cannot control local movement.
- Appliance component securing for doors, shelves, trays, panels, and loose parts.
- Long-item bundling for pipes, tubes, rods, aluminum profiles, wooden strips, and metal sections.
- Bottom flap support for cartons carrying dense parts, tools, spare parts, or industrial components.
When Should Mono Filament Strapping Tape Be Used Instead of Regular Carton Tape?
This tape is a good fit when ordinary carton tape seals the box but does not control movement well enough. Common cases include heavy cartons with seam stress, appliance parts needing temporary holding, long profiles that must stay aligned, and pallet loads needing extra reinforcement before handling. Final selection should consider carton weight, tape width, surface condition, wrap count, overlap length, application pressure, and required tensile strength.
FAQ
What is mono filament strapping tape used for?
It adds linear reinforcement for heavy cartons, pallet edges, appliance parts, or long bundled goods.
Is this tape reinforced mainly in one direction?
Yes. The fiberglass yarn runs lengthwise, giving stronger tensile support along the tape direction.
Which adhesive should be selected?
Hot melt adhesive is used for quick tack on corrugated cartons. Synthetic rubber adhesive is selected for stronger grab on heavier loads, coated boards, metal parts, or mixed surfaces.
What should be tested before bulk use?
Check width, thickness, tensile strength, elongation, peel adhesion, holding power, surface condition, wrap count, overlap length, and 24-48 hour load performance.