TAPE-IT GAFFER TAPE IS AN AFFORDABLE AND INDISPENSABLE COMPANION FOR YOUR HOME,WORKSHOP OR PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT.Tape-iT Gaffer Tape is an affordable and indispensable companion for productionenvironments like film sets, stages, events and photography shoots. Ideal forthe DIY person, you will be amazed at how often this tape comes in handy aroundthe workshop, home and office especially when colour coding and labelling. Thispremium-grade tape is an essential tool that can solve everyday challenges. Infact, if you are not that handy, even more reason to have a roll at hand.Tape-iT Gaffer Tape is a versatile product with a variety of usefulapplications. The specifications have been specially manufactured and tailoredto obtain its desirable characteristics. This is an easy to tear, pressureactivated adhesive tape which comfortably withstands outdoor conditions, andwhen removed it does not leave residue. For many professionals working in stage,film and production, DIY enthusiasts and homeowners it has become an absolutenecessity due to its versatility and its sheer number of possible uses.Gaffer Tape was primarily designed for and used in the film and productionindustries due to its ability to handle high heat, its great stickability, tosecure cables across walkways, and its ability as a quick fix in so manysituations. It became an indispensable tool in the industry and has grown inpopularity across many other industries solving countless problems as it wasdiscovered how good the performance is, compared to many other tapes in similarand higher price ranges, including duct tape. Colour tapes are used totemporarily mark actors' positions on the floor and is known as spike tape inthe industry. With this pack you can have five actors, each with an individualcolour. It is also used for staging and set positioning markers in theatreenvironments.The matt finish of the tape means can write on it easily. This makes it verygood for labelling. Having 5 highly visible colours also mean it can be used forcolour coding. With the colours, writability and easy to tear properties ofgaffer tape it becomes a great accessory for all your organizational tasks. Thisis a smart choice for marking exits, stairs, sets, theatre floors, actorpositions, wires, cable bundling, workshop and office organization.Through this versatility it has found its way into people's households,workshops and businesses over time. Once you have used Gaffer Tape you will findit an indispensable tool and the most used item in your toolbox or officestationery cupboard. Whether it's bundling cables, creating impromptu props,holding panels together or making a quick-fix plan, this tape is adaptable tovarious situations, providing endless creative possibilities.It is a popular choice as it tears easily and straight by hand, so you can workwithout carrying a sharp cutting tool. The tape is made up with a cloth mesh, soyour tear will naturally follow a straight line in the direction of the embeddedfibres. The torn edge of our quality Gaffer Tape is quite unlike that of duct,masking, or other tapes where people often have to use their teeth to shear andrip, leaving a jagged or skew tear.Tape-iT Gaffer Tapes has a grippy adhesive which bonds to surfaces through theapplication process of pressure. Lay the tape where you want it, then run yourhand over it to stick it down. It exerts a good hold on just about any cleansurface texture or material. One way in which Gaffer Tape differs from how mosttapes are used, is that this is a tape designed to also be removed with easewhen required. This is where the natural rubber of our quality tapes reallyshines. Tape-iT Gaffer Tape can be removed without damaging surfaces or leavinga glue layer where it was applied. It must be noted that if stuck to a poorlypainted surface there is a chance the paint may be lifted when removing thetape. Cheap tapes and particularly duct tape often leave a sticky residue onremoval. This tacky deposit collects dirt, is really tough to remove and almostimpossible if stuck on carpets, making a simple procedure, complicated, timeconsuming and often costly.Duct Tape vs Gaffer TapeMany people will be familiar with duct tape which has been available for manyyears. Both duct and gaffer are "cloth" type tapes, made to be torn easily byhand. Duct tape generally uses a synthetic adhesive while our Gaffer Tape uses anatural rubber adhesive. The popular TV series "MythBusters" spent several hourscovering the products properties and potential uses. After all his tests, hostAdam savage had this to say, "Gaffer Tape is like duct tape that went to collegeand learnt to do its job properly". Duct tape is not very resilient. It becomesfrail and perishes over time. It leaves a sticky residue. It has terrible heatresistance and does not like being in the sun. The adhesive can become slimy orgummy when warm and then does not adhere well. Gaffer Tape is far superior as itactually does all the things you think duct tape can do, yet without thedisappointment."Tape-iT manufactures a range of tape-based products in a range of colours andsizes. For your quality tape needs look no further than Tape-iT South Africayour trusted tape brand.In summary Tape-iT Gaffer Tape has been manufactured to tear easily. It has amatt finish, so it is easy to read if written on with minimal reflectivity. Thetape has weather resistant properties. Can handle temperature fluctuations andeven get rained on. Superb adhesion qualities make it reliable. Natural rubbermakes it grippy without leaving a sticky residue. If you need something held inplace but have run out of hands, just Gaffer Tape-iT.SPECIFICATIONS:Tape-iT Gaffer Tape is a heavy cotton cloth pressure-sensitive tape with strongadhesive and tensile properties.APPLICATIONS: Used in theatre, film and television, staging, DIY, automotive,hardware and in the home.COATING: LDPE coated cloth that does not reflect light.THICKNESS: 300 micronsPEEL ADHESION: 12 N/25mmTACK ROLLING BALL: 22 CMTENSILE STRENGTH: 14 N/25mmELONGATION: 10 %TEMPERATURE RESISTANCE: -30 to +90 degrees CelsiusWEATHER RESISTANCE: GoodSHELF LIFE: to obtain best performance, use this product within 2 years fromdate of manufacture and store under normal conditions of 20°C to 30 °C.
