Double-coated tape delivers clean, permanent adhesion that mechanical fasteners cannot match. We manufacture custom double-coated tape solutions for OEMs facing design challenges where traditional bonding methods fail, whether you’re joining dissimilar materials/substrates, sealing against moisture, or creating invisible bonds in finished products.

At Advantage Adhesives, we’ve specialized in pressure-sensitive tape manufacturing since 1998. Our ISO 9001:2015 certified facility produces tape configurations tailored to your specific application requirements, from lightweight packaging closures to heavy-duty industrial bonding. If you’re evaluating bonding options for your manufacturing process, this guide explains how these solutions solve common assembly challenges.

What Is Double Coated Tape?

Double-coated tape features adhesive on both sides of a carrier material, enabling it to bond two surfaces together. Unlike single-coated tape that adheres to one surface, this material creates a permanent or removable bond between substrates—eliminating the need for mechanical fasteners or liquid adhesives.

The construction consists of three layers:

  • Top adhesive layer. Bonds to the first surface.
  • Carrier substrate. Provides dimensional stability and determines tape properties.
  • Bottom adhesive layer. Bonds to the second surface.

Carrier materials vary based on application demands:

  • Tissue carriers. Conformable; ideal for irregular surfaces.
  • Film carriers. Smooth bonding for flat surfaces with tight tolerances.
  • Foam carriers. Gap-filling properties for uneven substrates.
  • Non-woven carriers. Strength and conformability for textured materials.

We custom-coat adhesives onto these carriers, matching adhesive chemistry to your substrate materials and environmental conditions. Some of our tapes, including the AT432 and AT995, have both permanent and removable bond properties.

In terms of other value-added attributes, several of our double-coated tapes offer a finger-lift edge for easy peeling and are specifically designed for hot-knife cutting.

Benefits of Double Coated Tape

Double-coated tape eliminates common problems associated with mechanical fasteners and liquid adhesives:

  • Clean, invisible bonds. No visible screws, rivets, or adhesive squeeze-out. Critical for consumer products where aesthetics matter.
  • Joins dissimilar materials. Bonds materials with different thermal expansion rates without the stress concentration points that fasteners create. Essential for assemblies combining metal, plastic, glass, and composites.
  • Distributes stress. Unlike point loading from fasteners, tape distributes stress across the entire bond area, reducing the risk of failure in thin materials.
  • Seals while bonding. Creates moisture barriers and dust seals simultaneously with structural bonding, reducing assembly steps.
  • No curing time. Pressure-sensitive adhesives achieve handling strength immediately upon application. No waiting for liquid adhesives to cure before moving to the next assembly stage.
  • Simplifies assembly. Reduces assembly time and labor costs while improving throughput.

Double Coated Tape Applications

We manufacture tapes for OEMs across industries facing specific bonding challenges:

  • Packaging. Bag closure seals, corrugated box assembly, and folding carton construction. Our pressure-sensitive tapes deliver permanent bonds that survive shipping and handling without delamination.
  • Construction. Panel bonding, trim attachment, and insulation fastening. High-strength formulations withstand temperature extremes and UV exposure.
  • Medical devices. Component assembly requiring medical-grade adhesives which are approved for skin contact.
  • Electronics. Display assembly, component mounting, thermal interface bonding. Our precision-slit tapes enable automated placement in high-volume manufacturing.
  • Automotive. Interior trim attachment and weatherstrip bonding. Formulations resist temperature cycling and vibration.

Our Double Coated Tape Products

We manufacture custom configurations rather than stocking generic products. This approach ensures you receive tape optimized for your exact application:

  • Adhesive chemistry selection. We coat a wide variety of pressure-sensitive adhesives based on your substrate compatibility and environmental requirements. Our products are designed for ease of use.
  • Carrier options. Tissue for conformability. Film for dimensional stability. Foam for gap-filling. Non-woven for strength. We select carriers that match your specific needs and bond-strength requirements.
  • Custom specifications. Any width from narrow-precision slitting to wide-format coating. Lengths on rolls or spools tailored to the specific requirements of your equipment. Release liners chosen for your specific application.
  • Toll coating available. If you’ve identified a specific adhesive formulation, we provide toll coating services, applying your chemistry to carrier materials in our facility.

Unlike large manufacturers with minimum order requirements that exclude smaller production runs, we serve projects of all sizes. Whether you need prototyping quantities to validate designs or production volumes for ongoing manufacturing, we deliver the same quality and service for small and large-volume projects.

Contact Advantage Adhesives to Get Started

Selecting the right double-coated tape requires matching adhesive chemistry, carrier properties, and tape construction to your specific bonding challenge. Surface energy of your substrates, temperature exposure, load requirements, and environmental conditions all influence which tape configuration performs best. At Advantage Adhesives, our ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing process ensures consistent quality,

Contact our team to discuss your bonding application. Share your substrate materials, environmental conditions, and performance requirements. We’ll recommend adhesive chemistries and carrier configurations that solve your specific assembly challenges, then manufacture tape that meets your specifications.