Fixeertape

Fixation Tape

Description

Fixier tape is an easy to remove and residue free single sided polyester tape with a silicone adhesive.

Application

Fixier tape is meant for position and fixate an emblem or a transfer on the intended position on the garment, before putting it under the heat seal machine. The tape can be removed before, or after the heat seal cycle without leaving residue.

Properties

• Excellent heat resistance silicone coating Residue free removal
• High temperature masking

Limitations of use

None

Physical properties

• Total thickness: 80 μm
• Color: Green, Clear
• Adhesion Strength: > 4 N/cm
• Elongation at break: 110%
• Temperature resistance: 220 °C
• Shelf life: best before 12 months.

Before sealing

Ensure that the to be marked textile is free of lint, dust, dirt and no seams, zipper, buttons etc. are near the place where the heat sealing will be performed.
Remark: Good bonding can be prevented in pre-conditioned fabrics with a dirt or water repellant coating.

Heat seal instructions

Follow the instructions provided by the product you need to apply with a heat seal machine.

Handling and storage

Important: when stored in the original packaging at 18⁰C – 21⁰C and at 40% – 50% relative humidity the product has a shelf life of 12 months. Prior to use carefully check that the contact surfaces are totally dry and clean from oil, grease and dust. These data may vary without any notice. The updated specifications can be forwarded at any time. Since many different factors may influence the product’s performance, we recommend testing the product for any application previous to starting production.

Precautions

No specific safety measures are required when working with this product. We advise to ventilate well at heat sealing activities, since vapors may occur from any textiles being processed.

Exposure controls / personal protection

We advise to ventilate well at heat sealing activities, since vapors may occur from any textiles being processed.

Personal protection equipment

• For the hands: None
• For the eyes: None
• For the skin: None
• For breathing: None

Hazards identification

The product has not been subjected to classification following the European legislation. Special hazards designation for humans and environment: Not applicable.

Disclaimer

This information is based on the current state of our knowledge. It is however, no guarantee of product features and no contractual relationship.

Recommended restrictions apply

This product should not be used for purposes other than specified.