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PACKAGING TAPE Product Catalog

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STA Corporate Profile

Why STA Water-based Acrylic Products?

Solvent-free Low-volatile organic compounds Non-toxic Low odor RoHS compliant CONEG compliant FDA compliant Superior temperature range vs. Hot Melt

Our Minimization of Chemical Substance Risk

STA has evolved into one of the world’s largest manufacturers of emulsion acrylic packaging tapes and overlamination films. We are committed to protecting the world we live in by helping to prevent pollution, and guarantee it as an integral part of our philosophy.

We produce premium quality products while minimizing the impact on life and the environment. Under strict corporate guidelines, we implement procurement programs to ensure the materials used are environmentally friendly.

Environmentally-Conscious Design and Technical DevelopmentSTA Green procurement ProgramMaximize the Use of Renewable ResourcesLow Emission from Production PlantsEnergy-Saving in Production Processes

Founded in 1976, STA’s focus has always been to produce the best water based acrylic packaging tapes and overlaminating products in the world. Our acrylic tapes are proudly made in the USA and are clean and environmentally safe.

Over the years our acrylic packaging line has expanded to meet the changing market applications. We currently offer 9 different packaging tapes ranging from 1.54 to a 3.1 mil product. Our Supreme & Cohere brands offer the broadest lines the industry has to offer. The Rogersville TN location features state of the art coating and finishing equipment. Our nationwide network of distribution and worldwide partners make STA products readily available.

So whether you choose Supreme or Cohere products , rest assured you will get the most consistent, high performing and most reliable carton sealing tapes on the market.

Table of Contents

New Products & Acrylic 3-4

Printed Acrylic 5

Hot Melt 6

Water Activated Tape 8

Industrial Tapes 8

Dispensers 9

Tape Recommendation Guide 10

Why STA Water-based Acrylic Products?

Solvent-free Low-volatile organic compounds Non-toxic Low odor RoHS compliant CONEG compliant FDA compliant Superior temperature range vs. Hot Melt

Made in the USA

2220 - BEASTLY BEAR The true bear of tapes• Outlasts hot melt, superior clarity

• For hot and cold temperature applications

• And other demanding applications

• High shear for reliable seal

• Grabs quick, pulls fiber fast

• Engineered for highly recycled, or 100% PCW/OCC Cartons

Product Specifications:

4728 - Hand Tearable Bladeless Application Tape Technology• Easily torn by hand

• Available in other grades including HT1.7 and HTBB1.7

• Long Term Storage

• Subzero to 200°F

Product Specifications:

Total thickness: 2.8 mils

Film thickness: 2.0 mils

180° SS peel adhesion: 27 oz/in

Tensile strength: 16 lbs/in

Adhesive Type: Acrylic

Total Thickness: 2.0 mils

FIlm Thickness: 1.2 mils

Tensile Strength: 22 lb/in

Peel Adhesion (SS): 30 oz/in

Elongation: 140%

Application Temperature: 32 to 140° F

Operation Temperature: -10 to 200° F

SimplyEffortless!

SimplyEffortless!

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AZORS OR KNIVES

Hand Tearable

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NEW INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS

CARTON SEALING TAPE Acrylic Adhesive

STA’s Acrylic Adhesive Tape is quick to grab onto cardboard and grows stronger over time. Resists UV lighting, yellowing and aging. It is easy to use, has proven long-term performance, and provides superior cardboard tear over a wide temperature range.

TotalThickness

(Mils)

TensileStrength(Lbs/In)

Elongation(%)

PeelAdhesion

(Oz/In)Min/Max Application

Temperatures (°F)Min/Max Operation Temperatures (°F)

TESTING METHOD PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-101/ASTM D3330

ECONOMY1060 SUPER ECONOMY 1.7 22 140 20 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1080 ECONOMY GENERAL 1.8 22 140 22 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1082 ECONOMY STANDARD 2.0 24 140 24 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1022F FREEZER GRADE 2.2 25 140 24 32 to 140 -20 to 200

INDUSTRIAL1160 ECONOMY 1.7 22 140 22 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1180 GENERAL 1.8 22 140 24 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1181 INDUSTRIAL 1.9 22 140 27 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1182 STANDARD 2.0 24 140 26 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1242 PREMIUM 2.4 26 140 28 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1352 HEAVY DUTY 2.8 28 140 28 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1535 PREMIUM 3.1 30 140 30 32 to 140 -10 to 200

SPECIALTY1241 HIGH PERFORMANCE 2.3 24 140 30 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1382 SILENT SUPREME 2.0 24 140 26 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1201 LABEL PROTECTION 1.6 22 140 17 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1202 STATIONARY TAPE 1.7 10 140 17 32 to 140 -10 to 200

SPECIALTY HAND TEARABLE4717 ECONOMY 1.7 N/A N/A 22 32 to 140 -10 to 200

4720 MEDIUM 2.0 N/A N/A 25 32 to 140 -10 to 200

4728 HEAVY DUTY 2.8 N/A N/A 27 32 to 140 -10 to 200

2220 - BEASTLY BEAR The true bear of tapes• Outlasts hot melt, superior clarity

• For hot and cold temperature applications

• And other demanding applications

• High shear for reliable seal

• Grabs quick, pulls fiber fast

• Engineered for highly recycled, or 100% PCW/OCC Cartons

4728 - Hand Tearable Bladeless Application Tape Technology• Easily torn by hand

• Available in other grades including HT1.7 and HTBB1.7

• Long Term Storage

• Subzero to 200°F

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Why 1248 Supreme™ Security Tape?With STA 1248 Supreme™ Security Tape, a tampered package is difficult to conceal. Its protective seal is a deterrent against theft, accidental, or even deliberate contamination. With uniquely formulated STA Supreme™ Acrylic Adhesive, 1248 can visibly pull off fibers if removed. Colors and messages can even be customized. Don’t let a rip-off go unnoticed.

1248 slit and resealed with a clear packaging tape. Printed diagonal lines clearly indicate tampering.

1248 with STA Acrylic Adhesive (left) compared to the competition with hot melt adhesive (right).

CARTON SEALING TAPE Printed Tape

Supreme™ Brand Printed Tape adheres quickly and consistently. It resists UV lighting, yellowing and aging. The tape is ideal for communicating shipping instructions, company advertisements, labeling boxes, and protection against pilferage. It also provides lock-in printing, which means your message will not smear or scratch off because it is applied to the underside of the film before coating with adhesive.

TotalThickness

(Mils)

TensileStrength(Lbs/In)

Elongation(%)

PeelAdhesion

(Oz/In)Min/Max Application

Temperatures (°F)Min/Max Operation Temperatures (°F)

TESTING METHOD PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-101/ASTM D3330

1245 “Fragile Handle With Care” 2.0 24 140 26 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1246 “Stop Check Contents Before Signing”

2.0 24 140 26 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1247 CUSTOM-PRINTED 2.0 24 140 26 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1248 “Security Closure” 2.0 24 140 26 32 to 140 -10 to 200

1257 CUSTOM-PRINTED 2.6 26 140 30 32 to 140 -10 to 200

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CARTON SEALING TAPE Hot Melt Adhesive

Hot Melt Tape provides a quick, aggressive seal with easy unwind and easy-to-use versatility. Guarantees your packages remain safe and secure, while delivering reliable performance.

STA Custom Solutions - Project ManagementTurning Your Special Needs Into Special ProductsSTA offers “STA Custom Solutions”, a custom product development and production program. STA’s superior technology and experience allow us to provide the optimal solution for your specific application requirements.

Our team of specialists with extensive knowledge of pressure sensitive products is committed to bringing you the highest level of customer service, technical support, speedy delivery and guaranteed satisfaction.

CustomerRequirements

Review

TechnicalConsultation

ProjectProposal

Sample Production

VolumeProduction

SpeedyDelivery

TotalThickness

(Mils)

TensileStrength(Lbs/In)

Elongation(%)

PeelAdhesion

(Oz/In)Min/Max Application

Temperatures (°F)Min/Max Operation Temperatures (°F)

TESTING METHOD PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-101/ASTM D3330

1616 Economy 1.6 22 140 33 45 to 120 -10 to 140

1619 Industrial

1622 Medium

1625 Heavy Duty

1.9

2.2

2.5

24

27

31

140

140

140

36

43

45

45 to 120

45 to 120

45 to 120

-10 to 140

-10 to 140

-10 to 140

1 2 3 4 5 6

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All STA Acrylic products are made in the USA

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CARTON SEALING TAPE

INDUSTRIAL

Water Activated

Water Activated Tape adheres fast and permanently with its synthetic starch-fortified, non-toxic and odorless adhesive, even in dusty and dirty environments. It also provides protection against pilferage because packages cannot be resealed without detection. Custom printing is available in which company and shipping information can be included.

Paper Weight(Lbs)

Tensile Strength(Lbs/In)

Available Sizes & Phrases

TESTING METHOD PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

2570 MEDIUM DUTY - NOMINAL 60# 60 45MD* 20 CROSS MD** 76MM X 183M

2575 PROVIDENT NONASPHALTIC 3-WAY REINFORCED 44 47 MD* 30 CROSS MD**

70MM X 137M 70MM X 137M +

76MM X 137M

2580 REGULAR GRADE NONASPHALTIC 3-WAY REINFORCED

48 56 MD* 30 CROSS MD**

70MM X 137M 72MM X 137M 76MM X 114M 76MM X 137M

2585 HEAVY DUTY NONASPHALTIC 3-WAY REINFORCED 54 63 MD* 35 CROSS MD**

76MM X 114M 76MM X 137M

*MD: Machine Direction **Cross MD: Cross Machine Direction + This size available in white

Filament Tape

Glass Reinforced Filament Tape is excellent for a variety of strapping needs, including bundling, unitizing, and palletizing. It can be applied to carpet, con-duit, tubes and cartons. Its benefits include resistance to edge-bleeding, splitting and delaminating under severe shipping conditions.

Total Thickness(Mils)

Tensile Strength(Lbs/In)

Elongation(%)

Peel Adhesion(Oz/In)

Min/Max Application Temperatures (°F)

Min/Max Operation Temperatures (°F)

TESTING METHOD PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-131/ASTM D3759

PSTC-101/ASTM D3330

6701 FILAMENT 3.9 100 5 78 32 to 150 0 to 176

1222 MOPP STRAPPING TAPE 2.7 85 35 30 32 to 140 -10 to 200

Masking Tape

Masking Tape’s strong adhesion provides sufficient strength in bundling lightweight packages. It is ideal for use in spray and brush painting, and splicing applications. Has great conformability, is non-staining and tears easily.

2500 BLUE MASKING 5.6 N/A N/A 15 N/A N/A

2505 MASKING 5.5 20 10 35 N/A 0 to 140

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Self-Adjusting, Spring Loaded Tape Dispensers

Model Color Description Weightlb. oz.

Width Diameter Core Unitsper boxmm in mm in mm in

3400 Orange 2” Standard, Pistol Grip 11 oz. 50 2 128 5 38 to 76 11⁄2 to 3 24

5360 Orange 3” Standard, Pistol Grip 15 oz. 75 3 128 5 38 to 76 11⁄2 to 3 20

3430 Orange 2” Noise Reducer, Pistol Grip 111⁄2 oz. 50 2 128 5 38 to 76 11⁄2 to 3 24

5380 Orange 3” Noise Reducer, Pistol Grip 15 oz. 75 3 128 5 38 to 76 11⁄2 to 3 20

Medium Duty Tape Dispensers

Model Color Description Weightlb. oz.

Width Diameter Core Unitsper boxmm in mm in mm in

3360 Orange 2” Standard, Pistol Grip, Adjustable Brake

13 oz. 50 2 128 5 76 3 24

5310 Orange 3” Standard, Pistol Grip, Adjustable Brake

1 lb. 1 oz. 75 3 128 5 76 3 20

Heavy Duty Tape Dispensers

Model Color Description Weightlb. oz.

Width Diameter Core Unitsper boxmm in mm in mm in

2300 Yellow 2” Standard, Pistol Grip, Adjustable Brake

1 lb. 11⁄2 oz. 50 2 140 51⁄2 76 3 24

5400 Yellow 3” Standard, Pistol Grip, Adjustable Brake

1 lb. 61⁄2 oz. 75 3 140 51⁄2 76 3 20

SUPREME DISPENSERSTM

The lightweight Supreme™ Dispensers come in a variety of versatile and easy-to-use designs, including easy loading capabilities, non-slip grips and adjustable brakes.

34003430 3360 2300

Desktop Dispensers

Model Color Description Weightlb. oz.

Width Diameter Core Unitsper boxmm in mm in mm in

DP2009231 BLUE 2.5 LB. DESKTOP DISPENSER 40 oz. 76 3 140 5.5 38 3 12

Note: Dispenser weights in lbs & oz are approximate.

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TAPE RECOMMENDATION GUIDEWhich Carton Sealing Tape Should I Use?

Acrylic Hot melt

Application Temperature 32°F to 140°F 45°F to 120°FOperating Temperature -10°F to 200°F -10°F to 140°FResistance to Aging Excellent FairInventory Shelf Life Excellent FairClarity Excellent GoodResistance to Lighting Excellent Fair

Helpful Hints

Always seal boxes with one strip of tape

If using two 48mm tape strips, try using one 72mm tape strip instead (this will save you time and money)

Always seal boxes a minimum of two inches down the side

Which STA Products Should I Use?(48mm Tape Width)

Tape Width Guide

72mm

For boxes over 16 inches wideDifficult to adhere surfacesFor boxes where flaps/lids do not meetUnder/Over filled boxes

48mmFor boxes 15 inches wide or lessFor boxes where flaps/lids meet

Box Weight

Box Length + Width + Height

20” 40” 60” 80”

65-90 lbs.

50-65 lbs.

35-50 lbs.

20-35 lbs.

0-20 lbs. 1060, 1616, 4728

1080, 1082, 1160, 1180, 1181, 1182, 1619, 2220

1241, 1242

1352

1535

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NOTE.: The information listed in this STA Product Catalog has been obtained from controlled laboratory tests and is reliable, but should not be used for the purpose of writing specifications. It is offered in good faith, but without guarantee, as conditions and methods of use of our products are beyond our control. It is recommended that the prospective user determine their suitability before adapting them on a commercial scale.

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