Product overviewPE-backed vapor barrier tape with a hot-melt adhesive formulated for strong initial tack and durable sealing of vapor membranes and plastic sheeting in building envelopes.
Features- PE film backing for compatibility with common construction membranes
- Hot-melt adhesive providing strong adhesion to PE, insulation and underlayment
- Waterproof and moisture-resistant sealing performance
- Moderate UV resistance for short-term outdoor exposure
Applications- Sealing and joining vapor barrier membranes and plastic sheeting
- Repairing tears and seams in plastic sheeting
- Sealing underlayment, joints and penetrations in flooring and wall systems
- Construction moisture control in crawl spaces, basements and envelope assemblies
Technical tableCode | Backing | Adhesive | Total Thickness | Initial Tack | Peel Adhesion | Tensile Strength | Elongation
PE2230 | PE film | Hot Melt | 220±20 µm | not specified | ≥10 N/in | ≥65 N/in | ≥400%
Customization options- Widths, lengths and thicknesses as required
- Color, printing and custom logo
- Core size, adhesive grade, jumbo roll or finished roll supply
- Special packaging on request
Usage notes (FAQ highlights)- Designed to seal and join vapor barrier membranes, plastic sheeting and underlayment to limit moisture migration and improve airtightness.
- Suitable for short-term outdoor exposure; for prolonged UV exposure use additional weather protection.
- Best performance on clean, dry surfaces including PE film, insulation materials and common construction substrates.
- Commonly used for repairs and sealing in crawl spaces, basements, wall and floor systems.
Specifications- Product name: Vapor Barrier Tape
- Backing: PE film
- Adhesive: Hot Melt
- Code: PE2230
- Total thickness: 220±20 µm
- Peel adhesion: ≥10 N/in
- Tensile strength: ≥65 N/in
- Elongation: ≥400%
- Initial tack: not specified
- UV resistance: moderate