3M Scotch® #845 Book Tape – Clear Repair Tape (15 yd Roll)
3M Scotch #845 Book Tape is a clear, pressure-sensitive tape used for reinforcing books, paperbacks, folders, and other paper materials. This clear tape conforms to surfaces easily and allows printed information to remain visible once the repair is complete.
3M Scotch #845 Book Tape combines a clear film backing with a permanent adhesive for book repair and reinforcement applications. The tape conforms readily to book covers, paperbacks, folders, and other surfaces that require added protection from wear. Its transparent finish keeps printed information visible and blends into repaired areas for a neat appearance. Common applications include reinforcing edges, repairing tears, protecting covers, and extending the service life of frequently handled materials. The tape is widely used in libraries, schools, offices, and record collections where books and paper materials require ongoing maintenance.
Features
- Clear, pressure-sensitive repair tape
- Permanent adhesive helps maintain a secure bond
- Conforms easily to book covers, spines, and uneven surfaces
- Transparent film keeps text, labels, and graphics visible
- Helps protect materials exposed to frequent handling
- Can be written on with permanent markers
- Resistant to moisture and everyday wear
- Designed to resist lifting and adhesive oozing
- Supplied in a 15-yard roll
Specifications
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Specification |
Details |
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Product |
3M Scotch #845 Book Tape |
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Tape Type |
Clear repair type |
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Adhesive Tape |
Permanent adhesive |
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Colour |
Clear |
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Roll Length |
15 yd (13.7 m) |
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Width Options |
1-½”, 2”, 3”, 4” |
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Writable Surface |
Yes |
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Moisture-Resistant |
Yes |
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Application |
Book repair, reinforcement, and protection |
Ideal For
- Libraries and resource centres
- Schools and educational institutions
- Office records and documents
- Paperback and hardcover books
- Magazines and periodicals
- Pamphlets and manuals
- Folders and filing systems
- Record album jackets and covers
- Frequently handled paper materials
Can I write on 3M Scotch #845 Book Tape?
The tape can be marked with a permanent marker, making it useful for labelling books, folders, and other paper materials when identification is required.
Will I still be able to read text and labels after applying the tape?
Text, labels, barcodes, and graphics remain visible through the tape's clear film, allowing important information to be read without obstruction.
Can I use this tape on paperbacks and folders?
Paperbacks, folders, pamphlets, magazines, and book covers are among the many surfaces that can be reinforced with 3M Scotch #845 Book Tape.
Can I use 3M Scotch #845 Book Tape on materials that are handled frequently?
Frequent handling is one of the primary reasons this tape is used in libraries, schools, and offices. It helps reinforce worn areas and provides added protection against everyday wear.
How should I store materials repaired with this tape?
A clean, dry storage environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture will help preserve both the repaired item and the tape over time
| SKU | Scotch® #845 Book Tape |
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