- Repulpable construction eliminates need to remove splice from waste and prevents contamination of paper mill broke
- Flat back paper backing makes tape ideal for splicing, tabbing and roll closing applications on a wide variety of papers
- High-tack, heat-resistant adhesive provides instant adhesion to a wide variety of paper grades
- Meets the requirements of indirect food additive regulations as described under FDA 21 CFR 176.170 and FDA 21 CFR 176.180
For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.
Overall Length (Imperial)
Overall_Length_Imperial
Overall Length (Metric)
Overall_Length_Metric
Overall Width (Imperial)
Overall_Width_Imperial
Overall Width (Metric)
Overall_Width_Metric
Product Color
Product_Color
19 Products Available
Available options:
Overall Length (Imperial), Overall Length (Metric), Overall Width (Imperial), Overall Width (Metric) and Product Color
Details
- Repulpable construction eliminates need to remove splice from waste and prevents contamination of paper mill broke
- Flat back paper backing makes tape ideal for splicing, tabbing and roll closing applications on a wide variety of papers
- High-tack, heat-resistant adhesive provides instant adhesion to a wide variety of paper grades
- Meets the requirements of indirect food additive regulations as described under FDA 21 CFR 176.170 and FDA 21 CFR 176.180
3M™ Repulpable Flatback Tape R3127 is a thin repulpable web processing tape available in blue, white and kraft. This single-sided tape has an easy-release coating for smooth unwind.
3M™ Repulpable Tapes provide a complete line of core starting tapes that are easy to use and stick reliably every time
3M™ Repulpable Flatback Tape R3127 is a single coated repulpable tape. It features a kraft paper backing that can withstand the rigors of the paper manufacturing and converting. The backing is engineered for optimum strength for splicing, tabbing and roll closing. It offers a high shear strength, high-tack, clear, repulpable adhesive designed to bond to a wide variety of paper grades. This tape performs well at higher temperatures and is available in blue, white and kraft.
Recommended Applications
- Core starting
- Roll closing/tabbing
- Butt splicing a variety of paper grades
| Paper/ Application | Type of Winder | Recommended Tape Product | |
|---|---|---|---|
Paper Weight/Grade |
Flu Pulp/Kraft/ Liner Board/ Unbleached/ Rough Surface | All Winder Types | R3257 |
| >130 gsm Bleached Coated and Uncoated | Twin Drum/Belt Winder | R3287 | |
| Single Drum | R3187, R3287 | ||
| < 130 gsm Bleached Coated and Uncoated | Twin Drum/Belt Winder | R3227 | |
| Single Drum | R3127, R3227 | ||
| Tissue | All Winder Types | R3227 | |
Special Needs |
Automatic Core Taping Equipment | All Winder Types | R3257 |
| Manual Pretaping Cores | All Winder Types | R3227 | |
| Paper Removes Cleanly from Cores | All Winder Types | R3287SL | |
High-Tack, Heat-Resistant Adhesive
3M™ Repulpable Flatback Tape R3127 features a repulpable, high-tack transparent adhesive designed to provide excellent bonding strength to a wide variety of paper products, including heavy grades of paper. This heat-resistant adhesive reduces splicing failure and performs in web applications at temperatures are high as 400°F/200°C.
Repulpable Adhesive won't Contaminate Paper Mill Broke
The repulpable adhesive on our 3M™ Repulpable Flatback Tape R3127 prevents broke contamination for non-repulpable masking tape. This product meets or exceeds TAPPI UM-213, procedure A, FDA complaint 21 CFR 176.170 and 21 CFR 176.180 for components of paper and paperboard in contact with foods.
Find More 3M Solutions for Web Splicing (PDF, 19.3 Mb)
Resources
Large Volume Order
For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.
