ASTM D5749-01(2012)

Standard Specification for Reinforced and Plain Gummed Tape for Sealing and Securing

ABSTRACT
This specification covers reinforced (Type I) and plain (Type II) paper gummed adhesive tapes used for securing and banding paper products and sealing fiberboard boxes. Type I gummed tape may be strippable (Class 1) or nonstrippable (Class 2), while Type II paper-backed gummed tape, whether Grade A (light duty), B (medium duty), or C (heavy duty), is nonstrippable. The tapes shall be manufactured from kraft paper, but the use of recycled pulp in the paper is encouraged as well, and the adhesive used must not have an offensive odor and shall conform to the environmental considerations specified. Type I tapes shall consist of two strips of paper in roll form, while Type II tapes shall consist of one strip of paper in roll form. Upon manufacture, the tape shall be clean and free of folds, sharp creases, tears, cuts, and holes. The tapes shall be examined for visual defects, defects in roll construction, and defects in dimensions. Tests for adhesiveness, tensile strength, and elongation shall be performed as well, and shall conform to the physical properties specified.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers plain and reinforced paper gummed adhesive tapes suitable for securing and banding paper products and closing fiberboard boxes.
1.2 This specification is intended to replace Fed. Specs. CID A-A-1492, CID A-A-1671, and PPP-T-45 in part.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 11, of this specification:   This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-Mar-2012
• ICS: 83.180 - Adhesives
• Technical Committee: D10 - Packaging
• Drafting Committee: D10.14 - Tape and Labels

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM D5749-01(2006) - Standard Specification for Reinforced and Plain Gummed Tape for Sealing and Securing
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2012
• Replaced By: ASTM D5749-17 - Standard Specification for Reinforced and Plain Gummed Tape for Sealing and Securing
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2017
• Referred By: ASTM D1974/D1974M-22 - Standard Practice for Methods of Closing, Sealing, and Reinforcing Fiberboard Boxes
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2012

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation:D5749 −01 (Reapproved 2012)
Standard Specification for
Reinforced and Plain Gummed Tape for Sealing and
Securing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5749; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2.2 TAPPI Standards:
T401Fiber Analysis of Paper and Paperboard
1.1 This specification covers plain and reinforced paper
T410Weight per Unit Area (Basis Weight or Substance)
gummed adhesive tapes suitable for securing and banding
T414InternalTearingResistanceofPaper(Elmendorf-Type
paper products and closing fiberboard boxes.
Method)
1.2 ThisspecificationisintendedtoreplaceFed.Specs.CID
UM 575Water Resistance of Adhesive Bond in Laminated
A-A-1492, CID A-A-1671, and PPP-T-45 in part.
Paper and Paperboard
2.3 ANSI/ASQC Standards:
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
ANSI/ASQCZ1.4Sampling Procedures and Tables for In-
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
spection by Attributes
only.
ANSI/ASQCZ1.9 Sampling Procedures and Tables for
1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the
Inspection by Variables for Percent Defective
test methods portion, Section 11, of this specification: This
2.4 Federal Specifications:
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns,
PPP-T-45Tape, Gummed, Paper, Reinforced and Plain, for
if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user
Sealing and Securing
of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health
PPP-T-681Tape, Gummed, Packaging and Packing of
practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limita-
CID A-A-1492 Commercial Item Description Tape,
tions prior to use.
Gummed, Paper, Plain
CID A-A-1671 Commercial Item Description Tape,
2. Referenced Documents
Gummed, (Paper, Reinforced, Laminated)
2.1 ASTM Standards:
2.5 ISO Standard:
D685Practice for Conditioning Paper and Paper Products
ISO 9002Quality Systems Model for Quality Assurance in
for Testing (Withdrawn 2010)
Production and Installations
D828Test Method for Tensile Properties of Paper and
3. Terminology
PaperboardUsingConstant-Rate-of-ElongationApparatus
(Withdrawn 2009)
3.1 Definitions—General definitions for packaging and dis-
D996Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environ-
tribution environments are found in Terminology D996.
ments
D1974Practice for Methods of Closing, Sealing, and Rein- 4. Classification
forcing Fiberboard Boxes
4.1 Type I Reinforced, Laminated:
D3951Practice for Commercial Packaging
4.1.1 Class 1—Strippable.
4.1.2 Class 2—Nonstrippable.
4.2 Type II Plain, Single Ply, Strippable:
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D10 on
4.2.1 Grade A—Light duty, for lightweight packages.
Packaging and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D10.14 on Tape and
4.2.2 Grade B—Medium duty, for medium-sized packages.
Labels.
Current edition approved April 1, 2012. Published May 2012. Originally
approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2006 as D5749–01(2006).
DOI: 10.1520/D5749-01R12. Available from TechnicalAssociation of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI),
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D5749−01 (2012)
4.2.3 Grade C—Heavy duty, for heavy-duty packages. film of paper from the tape on the test paper, when tested in
accordance with 13.6.1.
5. Significance and Use
7.3.2 Type I, Class 2, and Type II adhesive shall be capable
of being quickly activated with water. The wetted adhesive
5.1 Type I is a reinforced gummed tape which may be
shall show pronounced tackiness and shall cause the tape to
strippable (Class 1) or nonstrippable (Class 2). It is intended
remain so firmly affixed that it cannot be removed without
for use in Methods 2C2, 2C3, and any other methods in
failure of either the tape or paper when tested in accordance
Practice D1974.
with 13.6.1.
5.2 Type II is a plain paper-backed nonstrippable gummed
7.4 Reinforcing Materials—The reinforcing fibers used in
tape. It is intended for use in Methods 2C4, 2C5, and other
fabricatingTypeItapesshallbecomposedofglassofsuchsize
methods in Practice D1974.
as to permit the reinforced tape to meet the requirements set
forth in Table 2 when tested as described in 13.5.
6. Ordering Information
7.5 Laminating Materials—The laminating material for
6.1 The inquiry or order shall include the following:
TypeItapeshallbenon-asphaltic,waterresistant,flexible,and
6.1.1 ASTM designation and date of issue,
non-staining. Water resistance of the finished tape shall be
6.1.2 Type, class, and grade required (5.1),
tested in accordance with TAPPI UM575.
6.1.3 When core plugs are required (7.7),
6.1.4 If tape is to be wound gummed side out (7.7),
7.6 Construction—Type I tape shall consist of two strips of
6.1.5 Roll width and length (9.1 and 9.2),
paperinrollform,securelylaminatedtogetherwithreinforcing
6.1.6 Acceptance sampling plan and desired acceptance
fibers embedded in the laminate. The reinforcing laminated
quality level (Section 12),
tapeshallbecompletelyanduniformlycoatedononesidewith
6.1.7 When backing certification is required (15.1),
an adhesive.
6.1.8 When testing and inspection certification is required
7.6.1 The tape shall be reinforced by crosswise reinforcing
(15.1),
fibers spaced not less than 2 fibers/50 mm (1 in.) on average
6.1.9 Levelofpackagingandpackingifotherthancommer-
andbylengthwisefibersspacednotmorethananaverageof25
cial (Section 17), and 1
mm ( ⁄2 in.) apart. If a diamond pattern is employed for
6.1.10 When packaging for shipments to the U.S. Govern-
crosswisereinforcement,thespacingbetweentheparallelsides
ment (17.2). 1
of the diamond shall not be more than 32 mm (1 ⁄4 in.). The
three-way tape shall be reinforced in both the machine direc-
7. Materials and Manufacture
tion and cross direction with reinforcing fibers spaced not less
7.1 The materials used in the construction of the tape shall than 2 fibers/50 mm (1 in.) on average, in addition to the
be such as to ensure performance of the tape over the range of diamond-patterned reinforcement.
−55 to+71°C (−65 to+160°F) and shall conform to the 7.6.2 Type II tapes, all grades, shall consist of one strip of
requirements of this specification. paper in roll form of the applicable grade, completely and
uniformly coated on one side with an adhesive.
7.2 Paper:
7.7 Rolls—Unless otherwise specified, the tape shall be
7.2.1 Stock—The paper used in the fabrication of the tape
shall be a kraft paper. The use of recycled pulp in the paper is evenlywoundandtightlywoundinrollswiththegummedside
encouraged. in (6.1.4). Type II shall be wound on a core having sufficient
7.2.2 Weight—The weight of the paper prior to gumming rigidity to prevent distortion of the roll under normal condi-
shall conform to the requirement of Table 1, when tested as tions of transportation and use.The inside diameter of the core
described in TAPPI T410. shall be not less than 13 mm ( ⁄2 in.). When specified, Type II
tape shall have the core secure with a plug (6.1.3). Type I tape
7.3 Adhesives—The adhesives used shall not have an offen-
shall not be required to have a core. The end of the outer leaf
sive odor (dry or wet) and shall meet the environmental
of the tape shall be adhered to the next layer to prevent
considerations of 16.1.
unwinding. The tape in each roll shall be furnished in one
7.3.1 Type I, Class 1 adhesive shall be capable of being
continuouslengthandhavenomorethanthreesplicesperroll.
quickly activated with water. The wetted adhesive shall show
pronounced tackiness and shall cause the tape to remain so
TABLE 2 Physical Properties
firmly affixed that it cannot be removed without leaving a thin
Tensile Strength, kN/m Tearing Resistance, grams
A
width (lb/in.) min force mN min
Type
Machine Cross Machine Cross
TABLE 1 Weight of Ungummed Paper
B
direction direction direction direction
Minimum Weight
Type I 11 (63) 5.25 (30 )
Type II
(24 × 36 — 5500 sheets) g/m2 lb
Grade A 4.5 (26) 540(55 ) 647 (66)
Type I, Classes 1 and 2 49 55
Grade B 8 (45) 1109 (113) 1315 (134)
Type II
Grade C 12 (68) 1991 (203) 2197 (224)
Grade A 57 35
A
Grade B 98 60 This requirement does not apply to tapes less than 63 mm (2 ⁄2 in.) in width.
B
Grade C 146 90
This requirement does not apply to tapes less than 76 mm (3 in.) in width.
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Allsplicesshallbeneatlyandevenlymadewithglueandshall acceptance comply with all the requirements of the contract or
not separate upon unwinding. order. Sampling in quality conformance does not authorize
submission of known defective material, either indicated or
8. Physical Properties
actual, nor does it commit the buyer to accept defective
material.
8.1 The tape shall meet the physical property requirements
in Table 2.
13.3 Test of Component Materials:
13.3.1 Paper—The paper component shall be tested for the
9. Dimensions, Mass, and Permissible Variations
stock requirements in 7.2.1 as described in TAPPI T401 and
9.1 ThewidthoftherollforTypeIshallbe38.5,50,and75
for basis weight requirements in 7.2.2 as described in TAPPI
mm(1 ⁄2,2,and3in.);ForTypeII25,38.5,50,and75mm(1,
T410. The lot shall consist of all paper received at one time
1 ⁄2, 2, and 3 in.).
fromonesourceofsupplyforuseinfabricationofonetypeand
9.1.1 A width tolerance of 61.5 mm (6 ⁄16 in.) shall be
grade of tape. The lot size shall be expressed in units of
allowed on all widths.
kilograms (pounds). The sample unit shall be 0.65 m (1000
in. ) of paper. The sample size shall be as described in 12.1.
9.2 Length:
The test reports shall include all values upon which results are
9.2.1 Type I—The length of the roll shall be 115 or 140 m
based. There shall be no failures to meet the composite or lot
(375 or 450 ft) or other commercially available lengths, as
average requirements. A composite shall consist of small
specified (6.1.5).
portionstakenfromallsampleunitsandcombinedintoasingle
9.2.2 Type II—The length of the ClassAroll shall be 245 m
sample.
(800 ft) when wound gummed side out, 150 m (500 ft) when
13.3.2 Reinforcing Material—The manufacturer shall sub-
woundgummedsidein,orothercommerciallyavailablelength
mitacertificationofcompliancestatingthatthecompositionof
(6.1.5). The length of the Class B roll shall be 185 or 300 m
the reinforcing material used in Type I tape is in conformance
(600 or 800 ft), or other commercially available length (6.1.5).
with the requirements of 7.4.
The length of the Class C roll shall be 115 m (375 ft), or other
13.3.3 Laminating Material—The manufacturer shall sub-
commercially available length (6.1.5).
mit a certification of conformance stating that the laminate of
Type I conforms to the requirements of 7.5 as applicable.
10. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
10.1 Thetapeshallbecleanandfreeoffolds,sharpcreases, 13.4 Inspection for the End Item—The end item shall be
examined for defects at the inspection levels and acceptable
tears, cuts, and holes. The adhesive coating shall cover the
entireareaofonesideofthetape.Thetapeshallbecleanlycut quality levels set forth in 13.4.1. Random samples shall be
drawn from each lot of the end item for inspection for
without nicks or ragged edges and shall conform to the levels
of quality established in this specification. examination of visual, roll construction, and dimensions. The
lot size shall be expressed in units of rolls for examination in
11. Specimen Preparation and Number of Tests
13.4.1, 13.4.2, and 13.4.3.
13.4.1 Examination for Visual Defects—Thesampleunitfor
11.1 Specimen preparation shall be as specified in the
thisexaminationshallbe(1yd)oftapefromtheroll.Onlyone
appropriate test method.
sample unit shall be taken from any roll. The sample shall be
11.2 The number of tests per unit of product shall be as
positionedrandomlyinallrollsexamined,andtherollsshallbe
specified in the appropriate test method or Table 2.
randomly selected from the lot. (See Table 3.)
13.4.2 Examination for Defects in Roll Construction—The
12. Sampling
sample unit for this examination shall be one roll. (See Table
12.1 Inspection Levels—The acceptance sampling plan in-
4.)
spection level shall be as specified in the purchase order or
13.4.3 Examination of Defects in Dimensions—The sample
contract. If not otherwise specified (6.1.9), ANSI/ASQC 1.4
unit for this examination shall be one roll. (See Table 5.)
and ANSI/ASQC 1.9 shall be used with an acceptable quality
13.5 Testing End Item—The end item shall be tested for the
limit (AQL) of 4%.
applicable characteristics in Table 6. The lot size for purposes
of determining the sample size shall be expressed in units of
13. Test Methods
13.1 Responsibility for Inspection—Unless otherwise speci-
fiedinthecontractororder,themanufacturerisresponsiblefor
TABLE 3 Examination for Visual Defects
the performance of all inspection requirements in this specifi-
Examine Defect
cation.
Form Type, class, or grade not as specified
13.2 Responsibility for Compliance—All items must meet
Adhesive coating Not coated on one side only
Not uniform; bare spots or lumps
all requirements of Sections 7 through 17. The inspections set
Does not cover entire area
forth in this specification shall become part of the manufactur-
Has offensive odor (dry or wet)
er’s overall inspection system or quality program for the Construction Tape not securely laminated, any blister or ply
(Type I) separation
contractororder.Theabsenceofanyinspectionrequirementin
Workmanship Any dirt, foreign matter, or slime spot
the specification shall not relieve the manufacturer of the
Any hole, tear, cut, fold, or sharp crease
responsibility of ensuring that all rolls of tape submitted for
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TABLE 4 Examination for Defects in Roll Construction
13.6.2 Adhes
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