Glossary of Terminology for Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Products

In the world of pressure-sensitive adhesive products, understanding various terms is crucial for understanding the performance and application of products. This article will introduce you to a series of key industry vocabulary to help you explore this field more deeply. 1. Pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) refers to an adhesive material that can achieve good adhesion by applying pressure without the need for heating or solvents. This type of adhesive is commonly used in products such as self-adhesive labels and medical patches. 2. Substrate: Substrate is a substrate material coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive and allowed to dry into a film, such as paper, plastic film, metal foil, etc. Different substrates can affect the characteristics and applicability of the final product. 3. Face Stock refers to the material that is covered on a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer and combined with it. It is usually the main part used to make labels, such as colored paper or opaque film. 4. Release Liner: A protective film is a specially treated thin paper or film that prevents pressure-sensitive adhesive from losing its adhesion prematurely during storage and use. When in use, the protective film is peeled off to expose the adhesive underneath for adhesion to the surface of the object. 5. Initial Tack refers to the adhesive strength generated by the adhesive at the moment of contact with the surface of an object. High initial adhesion helps with a fast and firm bonding process. 6. Shear strength refers to the adhesive’s ability to maintain adhesion to the surface of an object under shear force, such as the adhesive force of a label after repeated folding or long-term temperature changes. 7. Weather resistance refers to the stability of pressure-sensitive adhesives and their composite materials under external environmental factors such as UV radiation, moisture, thermal cycling, etc. Good weather resistance can ensure that the product is used for a long time in outdoor environments without falling off. 8. Anti slip tape is a special type of tape that can provide sufficient friction even in humid environments. It is commonly used in slippery areas such as stairs and slopes to increase safety. 9. Conductive tape: Conductive tape contains particles or fibers that can conduct current, giving it certain electrical characteristics, making it suitable for short circuiting, grounding, or other electrical connection purposes in electronic devices. 10. High Temperature Tape High temperature tape can maintain its adhesion and mechanical properties under extreme temperature conditions, and is widely used in high-temperature environment sealing in the automotive industry, aerospace and other fields. 11. Low temperature tape, on the other hand, can maintain good adhesion even at extremely low temperatures, which is particularly important for products that need to be used in high-altitude areas. 12. Single Side Tape: One side of the single side tape is coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive, while the other side is not coated, keeping it clean for easy composite use with other materials. 13. Double Side Tape: Both sides of the double-sided tape are coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive, allowing it to form strong adhesion with both surfaces simultaneously. 14. Blackout Tape is named after its dark texture, which can effectively block light from entering enclosed spaces through gaps. It is commonly used in theaters, cinemas, and other places. 15. Waterproof tape: Waterproof tape can function normally in underwater or humid environments and is commonly used in water pipe repairs, ship repairs, and other occasions. The above is just a small part of many terms in the field of pressure-sensitive adhesive products. With the continuous advancement of technology and the development of new materials, the vocabulary library in this field is also constantly being updated. Understanding these basic professional vocabulary can help us better understand and choose suitable adhesive products to meet the specific needs of different industries.