- 3" Wide Utility-Grade Hotmelt Machine Tape
- Excellent for Recycled Corrugated & Lightweight Boxes
- Smooth, Even Unwind for Manual & Automatic Machines
- Resistant to Moisture, Scuffs & Chemicals
- RoHS & REACH Compliant | FDA Indirect Food Contact Approved
Affordable 3" Hotmelt Machine Tape for High-Volume Carton Sealing
Our Economy Hotmelt Machine Tape – 3" x 1000m, 1.6mil, 4 rolls/case offers a cost-effective sealing solution for packaging operations that use automatic tape machine packaging systems. Its extra width provides superior coverage for larger or heavier boxes, ensuring a secure seal in fulfillment centers, warehouses, and shipping departments.
Dependable Performance on Recycled Corrugated Boxes
Specially designed to perform on 100% recycled corrugated surfaces, this machine-length tape delivers the ideal balance of peel adhesion and shear strength to keep lightweight and general-purpose cartons securely closed. The hotmelt adhesive formulation provides excellent resistance to moisture, scuffing, tearing, and exposure to common chemicals—ensuring that your packages remain sealed during handling, storage, and transit.
Technical Specs & Product Features
This machine packing tape combines durability with ease of use. Its utility-grade construction makes it perfect for high-speed, automatic applications or manual use when necessary. Specifications include:
Total Thickness: 1.6 mil (41 microns)
Film Thickness: 24 microns
Adhesion to Stainless Steel: 39 oz/inch
Tensile Strength: 18 lbs/inch
Elongation: 150% ± 25%
Application Temp Range: 41°F – 113°F (5°C – 45°C)
Operating Temp Range: 14°F – 140°F (-10°C – 60°C)
Engineered for a smooth, even unwind, this tape ensures fast and efficient sealing without machine jams or disruptions.
Compatible with Better Packages Tape Machines
This product works seamlessly with better packages tape machine systems and other automatic sealing equipment. Common applications include:
- General carton sealing for light or medium-weight boxes
- Packaging operations using recycled corrugated materials
- Moving & storage, fulfillment, and food processing industries
- Bundling and secure sealing in retail or industrial settings
- Trusted Quality & Certifications
- RoHS & REACH Compliant
- Meets FDA Guidelines for Indirect Food Contact
- Designed for consistent performance in various climates and environments
For operations that require a machine tape offering reliable sealing power at an economical price point, this 3" hotmelt option is the perfect solution.
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