Low tack white protection tape for shielding aluminium, stainless steel, PVC, and glass surfaces from scratches during manufacturing and transport.
- Residue free removal from most surfaces
- Low tack rubber adhesive, no residue or damage on peel
- White LDPE film, 0.10mm plus or minus 0.005mm thickness
- Suitable for aluminium, stainless steel, matt painted coils, PVC, and glass
- Excellent for laser slitting applications
- Available in white or black finish (LTP50-BK)
Low Tack Protection Tape - White
Low tack white protection tape for shielding aluminium, stainless steel, PVC, and glass surfaces from scratches during manufacturing and transport.
- Residue free removal from most surfaces
- Low tack rubber adhesive, no residue or damage on peel
- White LDPE film, 0.10mm plus or minus 0.005mm thickness
- Suitable for aluminium, stainless steel, matt painted coils, PVC, and glass
- Excellent for laser slitting applications
- Available in white or black finish (LTP50-BK)
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Low tack white protection tape shields aluminium, stainless steel, PVC, and glass surfaces during manufacturing, fabrication, and transport. The rubber adhesive holds the film in place without marking or damaging the surface underneath, then peels away clean once the job's done. It's built for finished products that need protecting right up until they reach the end user.
How low tack adhesive protects finished surfaces without damage
Standard tapes grip too hard for finished metal, plastic, and glass surfaces. Peeling off a high tack tape can pull paint, leave adhesive residue, or mark a polished finish that then needs re-cleaning or re-working before it reaches the customer. Low tack rubber adhesive holds the film securely during handling and transport, then lifts away clean with no residue and no damage.
Key Features
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Low tack rubber adhesive: Grips firmly enough for handling and transport, then peels away without pulling paint, marking, or leaving residue behind.
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White LDPE film construction: A durable polyethylene film that resists tearing during application and removal.
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0.10mm ± 0.005mm thickness: A consistent, tightly controlled film thickness for reliable performance roll after roll.
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Wide material compatibility: Rated for aluminium, stainless steel, matt painted coils, PVC profiles and plates, and glass.
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Excellent for laser slitting: Cuts cleanly during laser slitting processes without fraying or tearing the film edge.
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Writable surface: The white finish lets you write batch numbers or handling notes directly onto the tape once applied.
Who is this for
Trades and roles:
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Fabricators
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Metal finishers
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Glaziers
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Sheet metal workers
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Packing and dispatch teams
Industries:
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Metal fabrication
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Glass processing
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Construction and cladding
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Manufacturing
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Logistics and packaging
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Product Name | Low Tack Protection Tape - White |
| SKU | LTP50-WHT |
| Roll Width | 50mm |
| Roll Length | 100m |
| Material | White LDPE film |
| Adhesive Type | Rubber, low tack |
| Total Thickness | 0.10mm ± 0.005mm |
| Suitable Substrates | Aluminium, stainless steel, matt painted coils, PVC profiles and plates, glass |
| Residue | Residue free on most surfaces |
| Slitting Performance | Excellent for laser slitting |
| Colour | White (also available in black) |
Compatibility
| Application or condition | Status |
| Aluminium surfaces | Compatible |
| Stainless steel | Compatible |
| Matt painted coils | Compatible |
| PVC profiles and plates | Compatible |
| Glass | Compatible |
| High gloss or unfamiliar painted finishes | Test on a small area first |
| Extreme hot or cold storage conditions | Not recommended |
Who is this for
This tape suits fabricators, metal finishers, and glass processors who need to protect a finished surface between production and delivery. It's built for products that leave the factory looking exactly as they did off the line, whether that's a powder coated aluminium panel, a polished stainless steel sheet, or a cut glass pane heading out to site.
Typical applications
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Protecting aluminium panels and profiles from scratches during fabrication and transport.
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Shielding stainless steel sheets and coils from marking during handling and storage.
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Covering PVC profiles and plates to prevent surface damage before installation.
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Protecting glass panes and units during cutting, handling, and site delivery.
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Masking matt painted coil surfaces during processing and packaging.
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Applying temporary surface protection before laser slitting operations.
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Writing batch or handling details directly onto the tape during dispatch.
How to use
Step 1: Make sure the surface is clean, dry, and free from dust, oil, or debris before application.
Step 2: Apply the tape evenly across the surface, smoothing out air bubbles as you go.
Step 3: Trim or slit the tape to size using a blade or laser slitting equipment as needed.
Step 4: Leave the tape in place through handling, storage, and transport.
Step 5: Peel the tape away slowly at a low angle once the surface no longer needs protecting.
Common mistakes
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Applying to a dirty surface: dust or oil trapped under the tape can affect adhesion and may transfer onto the surface.
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Leaving the tape on too long: extended exposure to heat, UV, or extreme temperatures can make removal harder and may leave more residue than expected.
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Peeling too quickly: pulling the tape off fast rather than at a slow, low angle increases the risk of adhesive transfer.
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Using it on an untested finish: high gloss or unusual coatings should be spot tested first, low tack reduces risk but doesn't guarantee zero marking on every surface.
Safety
This tape is a surface protection product, not a structural or safety-rated material. It carries no PPE certification and shouldn't be used for load-bearing or safety-critical applications. Keep away from naked flame during storage and application, standard precaution for LDPE film products.
Maintenance
Store rolls in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Once opened, keep the roll wrapped or covered to stop dust building up on the adhesive edge. Use within the recommended shelf life for the best adhesion performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will this tape damage or mark the surface it's protecting?
A: No, provided the surface is clean and compatible. The low tack rubber adhesive is designed to hold securely during handling and then release cleanly, without pulling paint, leaving glue residue, or marking polished finishes. It's rated for aluminium, stainless steel, matt painted coils, PVC, and glass specifically because these are surfaces where marking would be a costly mistake.
Q: What does "low tack" actually mean?
A: Tack describes how strongly an adhesive grips a surface. Low tack means the tape sticks firmly enough to stay in place during handling and transport, but peels away cleanly without pulling paint or leaving residue. It's the opposite of a high tack adhesive like standard packing tape, which grips harder and is more likely to damage a finished surface on removal.
Q: What is this tape NOT suitable for?
A: It isn't designed for structural bonding, load-bearing use, or long-term outdoor exposure. High gloss or unusual painted finishes should be spot tested before full application, since low tack reduces risk but doesn't guarantee zero marking on every surface. It's also not rated for use in extreme heat or cold, adhesive performance can be affected outside normal storage and handling conditions.
Q: Why choose this over a standard packing tape?
A: Standard packing tape uses a high tack adhesive built to hold packaging closed permanently, not to come off a finished surface cleanly. Using it on aluminium, stainless steel, or glass risks pulling paint or leaving a residue that then needs cleaning off before the product reaches the customer. This tape is built specifically for that removal step, low tack adhesive with residue free performance on the surfaces it's rated for.
Q: Can this tape be cut with laser slitting equipment?
A: Yes. The film is manufactured to perform well under laser slitting, cutting cleanly without fraying or tearing at the edge. This makes it suitable for automated production lines that slit protection film to size as part of the manufacturing process.
Q: How long can this tape stay on a surface before removal gets difficult?
A: Removal gets harder the longer the tape is exposed to heat, UV, or extreme temperatures, so it's best removed as soon as the surface no longer needs protecting. For extended storage or transport, check the tape periodically rather than leaving it in place indefinitely.
