Brand	VELCRO® Brand
Product type	Self-adhesive woven Hook and Loop fastening tape
Adhesive system	PS18 high-tack water-based acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive
Colour	White
Fastener options	Hook only, Loop only or matching Hook and Loop set
Available widths	20mm and 50mm
Available lengths	1m, 5m and 25m
Reference temperature range	−20°C to +120°C
Reference peel average	22N/cm after 24-hour curing under the stated test method
Recommended materials	Suitable vinyl, anodised aluminium, glass, painted wallboard, plywood, polyester, stainless steel, polished Formica, cardboard and polyacrylic
Not recommended for	Polyethylene, polypropylene, underwater use, dirty surfaces or plastics containing very high concentrations of plasticisers
Application method	Peel away the liner, position the tape and press firmly across the complete bonded area

VELCRO® Brand Tape	Best For	Suitable Surfaces	Avoid Using On	Key Difference
PS14 Standard Self-Adhesive Tape	General indoor fastening, signs, displays, panels, household organisation and light commercial projects.	Clean metal, glass, sealed wood, painted wallboard, polyester, acrylic and many rigid surfaces.	PVC, vinyl, polyethylene, polypropylene, fabric, underwater installations and unsuitable porous surfaces.	General-purpose rubber-resin adhesive for compatible clean and smooth surfaces.
PS18 Self-Adhesive Tape for PVC & Vinyl THIS PRODUCT	PVC, vinyl, display manufacturing, signage, removable panels and projects exposed to wider operating temperatures.	Suitable vinyl, glass, metal, sealed wood, painted wallboard, polyester, cardboard, Formica and acrylic surfaces.	Polyethylene, polypropylene, underwater installations and plastics containing very high concentrations of plasticisers.	High-tack water-based acrylic adhesive with improved temperature and environmental resistance.
Heavy Duty Self-Adhesive Tape	Heavier mounting work, tools, equipment, large display panels and demanding fastening on suitable rigid surfaces.	Clean metal, glass, sealed wood, acrylic, tiles, painted wallboard and many suitable rigid plastics.	PVC, flexible vinyl, fabric, dashboards, submerged applications and weak or unstable painted surfaces.	Stronger fastener construction and high-peel adhesive for demanding loads on compatible surfaces.

Why choose PS18? Select PS18 when fastening to compatible PVC, vinyl or similar surfaces where standard or Heavy Duty rubber-based adhesive tape may be unsuitable.

Important: Adhesive performance depends on the exact material, surface preparation, temperature, load direction and installation conditions. Test a concealed area before completing a large, valuable or critical installation.

VELCRO® Brand PS18 White Self-Adhesive Hook and Loop Tape

This genuine VELCRO® Brand fastening tape combines reusable woven Hook and Loop components with the specialist PS18 acrylic adhesive system. It is intended for compatible PVC, vinyl and other surfaces where a standard rubber-based self-adhesive tape may be unsuitable.

The white finish provides a cleaner appearance on pale displays, vinyl products, signs, exhibition panels, equipment housings and interior fixtures. Once both mating components are installed, the fastening can be opened and reclosed repeatedly while the adhesive-backed tape remains attached to the supporting surfaces.

Choose the required component

Hook only: The firmer fastening side for use with an existing compatible Loop surface.
Loop only: The softer mating side for use with an existing compatible Hook surface.
Hook and Loop set: Contains the selected length of both components. A 5m set contains 5m of Hook tape and 5m of Loop tape.

Surface preparation

Apply the tape to a clean, dry and stable surface. Remove dust, grease, polish, moisture and loose material before installation. Porous materials may require an appropriate primer or sealer before the tape is applied.

Cut the required length, round the corners where practical, remove the protective liner and position the adhesive side carefully. Press firmly and evenly across the complete tape surface to remove trapped air and maximise contact with the substrate.

Allow approximately 24 hours for the adhesive bond to develop before repeatedly opening the fastener or applying a substantial load.

Typical applications include:

PVC and vinyl products
Signs and exhibition displays
Removable access and display panels
Retail fixtures and presentation boards
Interior fittings and equipment covers
Metal, glass, acrylic and sealed wooden components

PS18 is not suitable for polyethylene or polypropylene. PVC and vinyl formulations vary considerably, particularly in their plasticiser content, so test the adhesive on the exact material before completing production work or a large installation.

Do not use underwater, on dirty or unstable surfaces, for personal restraint, overhead safety support or where fastening failure could cause injury or serious damage.