Use Cases for Cork Rubber Copolymer Tape

Belting and Rollers

• Conveyor belts 
• Kick Strip belting replacement (Brunswick A2)
• Roller covering for Commerical Printers

Fishing Rod Handles

• Rugged rod wrap for fishing rods
• Used as heavy duty self-adhesive grip tape for surf, jetty, pier and jig rods

Sealing and gasketing

• Field‑made gaskets for panels, access doors, NEMA enclosures, lighting housings
• HVAC duct and curb flange seals; air handler and plenum joints
• Marine hatch, deck hardware bedding, and window/door weatherstripping
• Speaker, instrument, and appliance housing gaskets

Vibration, shock, and noise control

• Vibration pads under small compressors, pumps, fans, drives, transformers
• Anti‑squeak/anti‑rattle (BSR) interfaces in vehicles, appliances, and HVAC
• Damping layer between metal panels or brackets to cut ringing and buzz

Mounting, spacing, and protection

• Cushioning between dissimilar materials (metal–glass, metal–plastic)
• Lining for clamps, pipe hangers, and clips to prevent abrasion and galvanic corrosion
• Equipment feet, bumpers, and skid‑resistant pads
• Edge padding and protective strips for fixtures and racks

Thermal/acoustic isolation and decoupling

• Decoupling rails, channels, or mounts to reduce sound transmission
• Thermal breaks between metal components to reduce cold/thermal bridging

Automotive/transportation specifics

• Trim and interior panel isolation to prevent squeaks
• Gaskets under roof racks, emblems, license plates, lamp housings
• Under‑hood ancillary mounts where moderate oil resistance is needed (rubber type dependent)

Electronics and electrical

• Panel spacer/seal for control boxes and junction boxes
• Transformer/PCB standoff cushioning (non‑structural)

Why this material works

• Cork–rubber composite: compressible, resilient, conforms to irregularities, good recovery; rubber type can provide oil/fuel or weather resistance.
• Acrylic PSA: strong long‑term bond, good shear/creep resistance, UV/oxidation/temperature stability; adheres well to metals, glass, many plastics, painted surfaces.

Selection tips

• Rubber type: NBR for oils/fuels; neoprene for general purpose; EPDM for outdoor/UV/water; SBR for economy.
• Thickness/density: thicker/softer for vibration and gap filling; thinner/denser for sealing and dimensional stability.
• Surface prep: clean/dry; apply firm pressure; allow 24–72 hours for full bond strength. Use mechanical compression where a lasting seal is required.

Limitations

• Not a structural adhesive; avoid high dynamic shear loads. Shear at 1" x 1" with 500 grams is 1,000 hours; with 1,000 grams result is 200 hours (minimum). 
• Continuous high heat is limited (typical acrylic PSA service ~90–120°C; check datasheet).
• Submersion in fuels/solvents depends on rubber binder; acrylic PSA may not be immersion‑rated.
• Compression set occurs if over‑compressed; design for appropriate squeeze. Compression at 400 PSI results in 40-55%.