Scapa 136 Polyethylene Film Tape
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Once inventory on 3/4 inch and 1 inch clear runs out sale pricing will revert back to regular 3/4 and 1 inch pricing.
Product Description
Scapa Polyflex 136 Polyethylene Film Tape is a heavy-duty polyethylene backed, single coated tape with a synthetic rubber adhesive. It is used for convention center floor marking, surface protection, wire identification, seaming/splicing of polyethylene sheeting and general purpose holding. If you are looking for a more adhesive tape (compared to a lower adhesive vinyl tape like JVCC V36-P) to permanently repair non-textured, flat mats this is a good choice (see JVCC WMT-7 for temporarily seaming wrestling mats). It is also used in the boating and RV industry for taping seams and patching holes in poly sheeting and on vinyl pool liners. Unlike a vinyl floor marking tape a polyethylene tape like 136 will not stretch or break if laying across a large area like a convention center floor. Scapa Polyflex 136 features include a tacky adhesive which bonds well to most surfaces over a wide temperature range; excellent low-temperature bonding; product is very conformable; it maintains a watertight seal in most weather conditions; good tear characteristics; and a low residue adhesive. This tape does not have UV inhibitors. Scapa 136 is not opaque, but is semi-transparent or translucent. Made in Canada.
Technical Information
Scapa 136 Polyethylene Film Tape
- Adhesive: synthetic rubber How are adhesives different?
- Carrier/Backing: polyethylene (PE) film
- Thickness: 9 mils (carrier, adhesive) 3.5 mils (adhesive) What is mil thickness?
- Adhesion: 70 ounces per inch (to stainless steel test panel)
- Adhesion to Backing: 35 ounces per inch
- Tensile Strength: 22 pounds per inch (longitudinal)
- Elongation: 100%
- Core: 3" diameter
Note: Specifications are those given by manufacturers and are not tested for accuracy.
Roll Sizes/Widths
Please note that tape rolls are NOT guaranteed to be splice-free. Tape rolls are typically cut to standard tape industry metric-cut sizes - or approx 5% narrower than the nominal size (i.e. 24mm per 1-inch of nominal width ordered).
Please contact us to inquire about pricing for full-cut widths (e.g. a 6 inch roll cut to exactly 152mm instead of 144mm).
Alternative to...
This product can be used as an alternative to the following products(s):
- 3M #481, Berry Plastics #827
- PATCO #5400
- Shurtape #VP555
- Cantech #278
PLEASE NOTE: "Alternative" to is NOT the same as equivalent to so please ensure the specifications listed are suitable for your application.
136 Standard sizes
| ROLL SIZE | ITEM # |
ROLLS PER CASE |
QUANTITY ORDERING |
PRICE PER ROLL |
PRICE PER CASE |
|---|
1/2 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 12mm x 33m | 136/ 0536 | 96 | Single Roll (1-95 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (96-575 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (576-1,151 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 1,152 Rolls) | | |
3/4 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 18mm x 33m | 136/ 07536 | 64 | Single Roll (1-63 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (64-383 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (384-767 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 768 Rolls) | | |
3/4 in. x 36 yds. *clear saleActual Size: 18mm x 33m | 136/ 07536C | 48 | Single Roll (1-47 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (48-287 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (288-575 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 576 Rolls) | $2.16 $3.87 $1.32 $2.84 $1.31 $2.82 $1.29 $2.77 | N/A $63.36 $136.32 $62.88 $135.36 $61.92 $132.96 |
1 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 24mm x 33m | 136/ 136 | 48 | Single Roll (1-47 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (48-287 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (288-575 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 576 Rolls) | | |
1 in. x 36 yds. *clear saleActual Size: 24mm x 33m | 136/ 136C | 36 | Single Roll (1-35 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (36-215 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (216-431 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 432 Rolls) | $2.92 $4.82 $1.99 $3.68 $1.98 $3.65 $1.94 $3.59 | N/A $71.64 $132.48 $71.28 $131.40 $69.84 $129.24 |
1-1/2 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 36mm x 33m | 136/ 1536 | 32 | Single Roll (1-31 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (32-191 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (192-383 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 384 Rolls) | | |
2 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 48mm x 33m | 136/ 236 | 24 | Single Roll (1-23 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (24-143 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (144-287 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 288 Rolls) | | |
3 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 72mm x 33m | 136/ 336 | 16 | Single Roll (1-15 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (16-95 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (96-191 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 192 Rolls) | | |
4 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 96mm x 33m | 136/ 436 | 12 | Single Roll (1-11 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (12-71 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (72-143 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 144 Rolls) | | |
6 in. x 36 yds. **full width cutActual Size: 152.4mm wide | 136/ 6F36 | 8 | Single Roll (1-7 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (8-47 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (48-95 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 96 Rolls) | | |
8 in. x 36 yds. **full width cutActual Size: 203.2mm wide | 136/ 8F36 | 6 | Single Roll (1-5 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (6-35 Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (36-71 Rolls) 12+ Cases (>= 72 Rolls) | | |
Nominal Tape Widths vs Actual Widths
Tape rolls are cut to standard tape industry metric widths of approx. 24mm per 1-inch of nominal width ordered. As a result ACTUAL tape widths are normally 5% narrower than the NOMINAL width shown in inches. Examples:
- 1" Nominal width = 15/16" (24mm) Actual width
- 2" Nominal width = 1-7/8" (48mm) Actual width
- 3" Nominal width = 2-13/16" (72mm) Actual width
Note that tape rolls are NOT guaranteed to be splice-free.
Custom Tape Widths
May be Available!
- Need custom sized or "full-cut" width tapes? Many of our tapes come to our converter as full wide width "log rolls" (not pre-cut), and can be custom cut to widths not shown in the pricing table.
- Contact us today for pricing and minimum requirements to order your desired tape in a custom width.
- Please note that since this tape comes in "log roll" format most rolls ship on a plain white core (i.e. with no branding or text inside the core).
136 Special Order Sizes
| ROLL SIZE | ITEM # |
ROLLS PER CASE |
QUANTITY ORDERING |
PRICE PER ROLL |
PRICE PER CASE |
|---|
3/8 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 9mm x 33m Approximately 2 extra business days to ship | 136/ 03836 | 108 | Single Roll (1-107 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (108, 216, 324, ... Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (648, 756, 864, ... Rolls) 12+ Cases (1296, 1404, 1512, ... Rolls) | $2.71 6 item minimum $1.81 $1.80 $1.77 | |
13/16 in. x 36 yds.Actual Size: 21mm wide Approximately 2 extra business days to ship | 136/ 08236 | 60 | Single Roll (1-59 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (60, 120, 180, ... Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (360, 420, 480, ... Rolls) 12+ Cases (720, 780, 840, ... Rolls) | 1 case minimum $3.32 $3.30 $3.24 | |
1-1/4 in. x 36 yds. **full width cutActual Size: 31.75mm wide Approximately 2 extra business days to ship | 136/ 125F36 | 36 | Single Roll (1-35 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (36, 72, 108, ... Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (216, 252, 288, ... Rolls) 12+ Cases (432, 468, 504, ... Rolls) | 1 case minimum $4.78 $4.74 $4.66 | |
12 in. x 36 yds. **full width cutActual Size: 304mm wide Approximately 2 extra business days to ship | 136/ 12F36 | 3 | Single Roll (1-2 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (3, 6, 9, ... Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (18, 21, 24, ... Rolls) 12+ Cases (36, 39, 42, ... Rolls) | | |
16 in. x 36 yds. **full width cutActual Size: 406mm wide Approximately 2 extra business days to ship | 136/ 16F36 | 2 | Single Roll (1-1 Rolls) 1 - 5 Cases (2, 4, 6, ... Rolls) 6 - 11 Cases (12, 14, 16, ... Rolls) 12+ Cases (24, 26, 28, ... Rolls) | | |
Special Order Policies & Footnotes:
Special Order Policies
- Special orders are non-returnable (and non-cancelable if materials have been already ordered or cut before the cancellation request was received).
Special Order Minimums
- Minimum requirements apply because a size may be non-stock or if special setup is required to cut rolls to your desired custom width.
- Minimum Quantities: If a particular size has a minimum item requirement, please only order that size in multiples of that minimum (e.g. if the minimum is 12, then use multiples like 12, 24, 36, etc).
hot melt rubber (synthetic)
Offers the widest range of application flexibility available. Exhibits excellent processing performance whether manually or automatically applied. Has superior tensile strength, adhesion properties and holding force which ensures consistent, reliable seals. Hot melt adhesive will bond faster to a surface which is referred to as quick-grab or quick-stick. It typically has higher tack (will feel stickier to the touch), but is also softer. It has lower heat resistance, shear resistance, and sometimes UV resistance than an acrylic adhesive. NOTE: it is called hot melt because the adhesive is applied hot by the manufacturer and then hardens as it cools (you do not need to apply heat to the tape yourself).
natural rubber
Properties are similar to that of hot melt rubber, but natural rubber often holds where other adhesives won't (recycled fibers, dust, cold, heat and heavy loads). It provides good overall adhesion and moisture resistance.
acrylic
Offer excellent performance, especially for applications in temperatures less than 40°F and greater then 120°F. It provides excellent clarity, has high shear strength, is usually more permanent/durable even when exposed to moisture, and it ages well over extended periods in fluorescent and sunlight. Since it remains clear for the life of the application and does not yellow over time it is ideal for applications such as sealing white cartons. While it has good initial adhesion it does take 24-48 hours to cure and to achieve its maximum bond strength (has gradual adhesion buildup). Another difference between hot melt rubber and acrylic adhesive is if you fold tape over making the two adhesive sides touch the acrylic adhesive will remain attached to the carrier (e.g. paper, film) while a hot melt adhesive will stick to itself and pull off of the carrier. It is the best choice for clarity, UV resistance and aging characteristics.
silicone
Is great for extreme temperature applications since silicone adhesive can work in continuous operating temperatures from -100°F to 500°F. They also exhibit good chemical resistance, retain electrical properties, and remove cleanly with little or no residue.
zinc oxide
Zinc oxide based adhesive formula is a skin-friendly adhesive which is commonly used on sports medicine tapes.
Thickness, AKA caliper or gauge, refers to the distance from one surface of a tape backing, or adhesive, to the other.
1 mil = 1/1000 of an inch
Examples: 1/16 inch = 62.5 mils; 1/32 inch = 31.25 mils