Self-fusing rubber tape is a simple yet powerful solution that addresses various repair and maintenance needs. Its unique properties, including self-adhesion, flexibility, resistance to extreme temperatures, and waterproofing capabilities, make it an indispensable resource for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. Whether you are looking to fix a leaky pipe, insulate electrical wires, or bundle tools, self-fusing rubber tape offers an efficient and reliable option that stands the test of time. With its growing popularity, this remarkable tape is poised to become a staple in households and industries alike, proving that sometimes the simplest solutions can provide the most significant benefits.
Adhesives and the resultant tapes made from this class of elastomers is very versatile and the most frequently used. These adhesives typically use styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) or styrene block copolymers such as styrene-butadiene styrene (SBS) , styrene –isoprene-styrene(SIS), or SEBS(styrene-ethyelene/butylene-styrene.. Block copolymers have thermoplastic styrene end blocks with an elastomeric midblock. Different tackifying resins can be used for each distinct phase of the base and the resulting adhesives can be tailored to exhibit aggressive tack, high peel, and excellent cohesive strength. There are a variety of tape products made from these systems including double coated film tapes, transfer adhesives, foam tapes, and carton sealing tapes. These tapes can be used for interior bonding and assembly applications, fabricating foam gaskets and seals, and of course duct tape.