Shurtape Filament Tape
Shurtape 101229 GS 490 Economy Grade Fiberglass Reinforced Strapping Tape Clear 4.5 Mil 18mm x 55m
Shurtape Filament Tape: Reinforced Strength for Demanding Applications
When a packaging or strapping task demands reliable holding power and resistance to splitting, Shurtape filament tape delivers the kind of performance that industrial and commercial users depend on. Backed by decades of adhesive tape manufacturing expertise rooted in North Carolina, Shurtape has built its reputation on precision-engineered tape solutions that hold up under real-world conditions.
What Makes Shurtape Filament Tape Stand Out
Filament tape — also known as strapping tape — gets its strength from fiberglass strands embedded directly into the backing. Shurtape's filament tape line is built on this proven construction: a fiberglass-reinforced, cast biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) film backing paired with a synthetic rubber/resin hot melt adhesive. The result is a tape engineered for good adhesion, quick-stick performance, and shock resistance that will not split or crack under load.
Shurtape offers filament tape across multiple performance grades to match the demands of different jobs. The economy-grade GS 490 is a general-purpose, cast polypropylene tape with up to 100 lb. tensile strength — a workhorse for everyday strapping and palletizing. Stepping up, the GS 500 utility-grade filament tape comes in at 5.2 mils thick with up to 150 lb. tensile strength, making it suitable for more demanding bundling and palletizing applications. For medium-duty work, the GS 501 industrial-grade fiberglass reinforced strapping tape bridges the gap between utility and heavy-duty needs. At the premium end, the GS 531 provides a higher-grade reinforced strapping solution available in a variety of widths for precise applications.
Key Features Across the Shurtape Filament Tape Range
- Fiberglass reinforcement for high tensile strength and tear resistance
- Moisture- and solvent-resistant backing to protect loads in varied environments
- Synthetic rubber/resin hot melt adhesive for aggressive, quick-stick bonding
- Will not split or crack under shock or load stress
- Available in multiple widths and grades from economy to industrial
- Manufactured in the USA
Ideal Applications
Shurtape filament tape is engineered for light-to-heavy duty strapping, bundling, and palletizing tasks. It is particularly well suited for sealing heavy or delicate loads that require maximum support during shipping, securing pipes, lumber, and other long goods, and reinforcing cartons and boxes carrying significant weight. Its moisture resistance also makes it a reliable choice for loads that may be exposed to humidity or condensation during transport or storage.
A Tape Manufacturer You Can Trust
Shurtape Technologies traces its roots to Shuford Mills, a North Carolina textile manufacturer established in 1880, with tape production beginning in 1955. That deep manufacturing heritage translates directly into the consistency and quality found across their filament tape product line. As an American manufacturer with global facilities, Shurtape holds itself to rigorous quality standards — physical and performance characteristics are tested in accordance with PSTC, ASTM, and government agency methods.
Whether you need a cost-effective economy roll for light bundling or an industrial-grade strapping tape for heavy freight, explore the full filament tape category or browse all Shurtape products to find the right solution for your application.