What is Label Tape?
Label tape is a very specific type of adhesive tape. It is often characterized as having a smooth, plastic-like, but writable surface. Its adhesive is usually resin-based and the tape can come in many different colors. The tape can be used anywhere where labeling and organization of items is needed. It is often seen in libraries and offices on files, folders and books. Hospitals and laboratories use label tape to mark and organize specimens for reference. It’s not uncommon to see label tape on test tubes, beakers or other containers with glass surfaces. Because the tape has a history of being used in laboratories, it often comes with a high-resistance functionality. The tape is usually made to resist extreme temperature, strongly adhere to surfaces and avoid smudging. Label tape can commonly withstand a wide temperature range of 250ºF (21ºC) down to -99ºF (-73ºC). The surface of label tape can be written on with solvent markers, ballpoint pens and even pencils. The chosen writing utens
