Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I use these labels outside?

If the label is originally attached to a clean, dry surface, it will be able to stand even harsh environments without falling off. After prolonged exposure to the sun, some fading of tape or print colors may occur. Readability will not be affected.

What happens if water/motor oil/diluted acid gets on the labels?

Water presents no problems for the tape. Motor oil, diluted acid and other chemicals, in time, will weaken the tape's adhesive and/or laminate. If the spilled chemicals are wiped away within a reasonable amount of time, the tapes will remain affixed, and will not be adversely affected.

Will the labels fall off if they are left in a refrigerator/freezer, or in a hot environment?

Even at extremely low temperatures, labels will remain adhesive to most materials. Many customers already use the label tapes in refrigerated environments for a variety of applications and are satisfied with the results. Domestic refrigerator/freezers reach low temperatures of approximately -20 degrees, while industrial models reach -30 degrees. During adhesion tests, even at -50 degrees, no adhesive strength problems, ink or tape changes were noted. High temperatures can even increase the labels' adhesion. After two hours in 200 degree temperatures, tested labels did not fall off (though some discoloration may occur.)

When I remove the label, will messy adhesive remain? How can I remove it?

Tapes can be easily removed from most materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, fluoric resin, silicon-process materials, etc. Unless subjected to extreme heat, humidity or certain chemicals, adhesive will not remain on the item's surface after removal. On some other materials, portions of adhesive might remain after extended periods of affixation. If this occurs, the adhesive can — in most cases — be removed by rubbing with Ethanol.

Does the label adversely affect the item to which it is attached?

The tapes are harmless for nearly all objects to which you might attach them. However, labels should not be affixed to copper, because corrosion is possible. This is especially true for copper plates of electrical circuits, whose components could be damaged.