Scotch® Box Sealing Tape 371 is an industrial packaging tape used for box sealing, splicing, recouperage and other packaging applications. This product has a conformable backing and a consistent pressure sensitive hot melt synthetic rubber adhesive system.
Scotch 371 Industrial Box Sealing Tape is an industrial packaging tape used for box sealing, splicing, recouperage and other packaging applications. It features a biaxially oriented polypropylene backing and a pressure‑sensitive hot‑melt synthetic rubber adhesive.
The handbook lists construction details, physical properties, available widths and lengths, application techniques, storage conditions, shelf life, and warranty information. It also includes safety and liability statements for users.
| Adhesion to Steel | 45 oz./in. width (44 N/100 mm width) |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (Machine Direction) | 22 Ibs./in. width (385 N/100 mm width) |
| Elongation at Break | 160% |
| Tape Thickness | 1.9 mil (0.048 mm) |
| Holding Power | 3,500+ minutes |
| Recommended Storage Temperature | 40‑80°F (4‑26°C) |
| Shelf Life | 18 months from date of manufacture |
Standard widths are 36 mm, 42 mm, 48 mm, and 72 mm; lengths are offered in 50 m, 100 m, 914 m, 1500 m, and 1828 m.
The adhesive becomes more firm at colder temperatures approaching 32 °F (0 °C).
Store in a clean, dry place at 40‑80 °F (4‑26 °C) with 40‑50 % relative humidity.