Choosing the right adhesive tape starts with understanding the glue behind it. Different packaging needs require different adhesive properties, and knowing the difference between hot melt glue and acrylic glue is essential to select the most suitable solution.
Hot melt glue is made with adhesive raw materials from rubber and synthetic resins. It is solvent-free and delivers an instant initial tack, making it ideal for applications that require speed, efficiency and strong adhesion from the very first contact. For this reason, adhesive tapes with hot melt glue are particularly suitable for automatic taping machines, high tack on cardboard and packaging processes where immediate sealing is essential.
Acrylic glue, on the other hand, is made with acrylic polymers dispersed in water. It is also solvent-free and is especially appreciated for its high UV resistance, silent unwinding and long-term storage performance. These characteristics make acrylic adhesive tapes a reliable solution for applications where durability, stability and resistance over time are key requirements.
Hot melt glue is one of the most widely used adhesives thanks to its versatility and instant tack. A single adhesive technology can be applied to many different solutions: to package, to reinforce, to lock, to mask and even to support more sustainable packaging choices.
Some examples within the Magis range show this versatility clearly: HIT17, a polyester adhesive tape, ideal for manual use; NU55-60, used in the building industry, specially designed for professionals operating in this sector; RTPP32, a cross weave glass fiber reinforced tape, suitable for heavy-duty carton sealing, palletizing and goods binding; C580, a masking tape realized on crepe paper, specific for car bodywork; S45-50, developed for palletizing and wrapping heavy materials; ecoHIT19, the European patented recycled PET adhesive tape, produced with at least 85% recycled plastic waste from bottles.
Hot melt glue proves that one component can respond to many challenges. The right glue is not just a technical detail: it is what makes every adhesive tape perform according to its purpose.
