Screen Printing Tapes & Adhesives-Secure, Reliable, and Shop-Ready Buckets of Ink offers a full range of screen printing tape (also called silk screen tape), pallet tape and adhesives designed to keep your printing process smooth and efficient. From blocking out pinholes to securing garments and screens, our high-quality tapes and adhesives provide strong adhesion, clean removal, and durability for all printing applications. Shop by job: block out tape and split tape for screens, pallet tape for press pallets.
Our premium screen printing tapes and adhesives help reduce misprints, improve registration, and keep your workspace clean. Whether you're running manual or automatic presses, Buckets of Ink has the best adhesive solutions for professional, high-quality screen printing. Shop the best screen printing tapes and adhesives today for clean, secure, and efficient printing!
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Screen Printing Tape: Which One Do You Need?
| Product | What it is for |
|---|
| Screen tape (PMI white, clear, Quick Rip) | Blocks open mesh between the stencil and the frame so ink cannot leak |
| Split tape (PMI 2" and 3") | Fits the inside corner where mesh meets the frame |
| Pallet tape (PMI 380 Dual-Tack, 16" and 18" rolls) | Covers the platen to keep it clean and hold the shirt |
| Pallet adhesive (Tekmar TB-10 and TB-HV, Camie 385, AlbaChem Dri-Web, PMI #607 PalletGel) | Keeps garments from moving during the print stroke |
| Registration tape (PMI clear) | Marks and holds registration on the platen |
| Adhesive applicators (Tekmar Target TB-500, TB-1000) | Spray water-based pallet adhesive evenly on busy presses |
Pair your screen printing tape with screens and frames, emulsion and screen printing chemicals for reclaiming. See all screen printing supplies. In-stock orders placed by 2:30 PM Arizona time ship the same day from Tempe, AZ — questions? Call 480-229-7806.
Screen Printing Tape FAQ
What tape should I use for screen printing?
Use a tape made for screen printing, such as PMI screen tape in 2-inch or 3-inch rolls (white, clear, split and Quick Rip styles). It holds through ink and press wash and peels off cleanly when you reclaim the screen. General masking tape is fine for short runs or for taping film positives.
How do you tape a screen for screen printing?
After the emulsion is exposed and dry, run split tape into the inside corner where the mesh meets the frame, then cover any open mesh between the stencil and the frame so ink cannot leak onto the shirt. Pull the tape off before you reclaim the screen.
Do you need pallet tape for screen printing?
It is not required, but most shops use it. Pallet tape protects the platen from ink and lint and peels off when it gets dirty, while a pallet adhesive (spray, water-based or gel) keeps the garment from shifting during the print stroke.
Can I return screen printing tape?
Unused tape in unopened packaging can be returned within 30 days. Opened pallet adhesives and other chemicals cannot be returned. See our returns policy for details.
