What is the rated breaking strength per wrap for the pressure-sensitive tape?

• A. 80 lbs per wrap
• B. 550 lbs
• C. 4,500 lbs
• D. 5,000 lbs

Answer: (A)

A single wrap of pressure-sensitive tape is designed to hold only a modest amount of force—about 80 pounds before it fails. This per-wrap rating reflects tape’s light-duty nature: the adhesive and thin backing can’t sustain high loads, so the breaking strength is relatively low. In practice, tape is used for light securing, temporary holds, or labeling, not for lifting or securing heavy items. For heavier loads, you’d turn to rope or webbing, or apply multiple wraps to distribute the force, keeping in mind that the per-wrap limit remains around 80 pounds. The larger numbers shown are the breaking strengths for much stronger materials, not for pressure-sensitive tape.