Adhesives & Tapes
How Double-Sided Foam Tapes Replace Mechanical Fasteners
Application considerations when evaluating acrylic foam tapes as an alternative to mechanical fixing.
Technical Team · United Flexo Supplies · 18 February 2026
Where foam tapes can help
Suitable foam tapes can spread load, dampen vibration and avoid visible fixings. Product selection and assembly testing are essential before changing a joint design.
Selecting the right foam tape
Match thickness to substrate movement and check the specific product's documented temperature, UV and moisture resistance for the intended environment.
Where foam tapes don't fit
Avoid for joints requiring frequent disassembly, or for very high peel-load applications without supplementary fixing.
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Technical Team
United Flexo Supplies
