What’s the difference between a 7 mil and an 11 mil duct tape?

The biggest differences between duct tape grades is usually in the tensile strength and adhesive coat weight. If you need more strength you would go higher in tensile strength, which generally means a thicker grade of duct tape. If you need a higher tack for a better bond, you would look at a product with a higher adhesive coat weight.

The other main consideration would be clean removal requirements. We have clean removal UV resistant products, as well as heavy-duty products for demanding construction applications!

7 mil – Utility Grade Lightweight Applications

For lightweight applications, our Application Specialists suggest BT-198.

9 mil – Standard Requirements

Our Application Specialists recommend BT-257 for 9 mil Standard Requirements and BT-284 for 9 mil High Tack Construction Requirements.

11 mil – Heavy Duty Applications

BT-258 is the product of choice for 11 mil Heavy Duty Applications.

17 mil - BluOx Tape®

BluOx Tape® is overengineered for most standard applications, making it ideal for heavy duty, long term repairs.

Clean Removal Duct Tapes

Bron Tapes Application Specialists recommend BT-287 for indoor carpet applications with short term clean removal requirements, and BT-286 for premium indoor carpet requirements and outdoor two week UV requirements.

Having trouble selecting the perfect product? Contact us and an Application Specialist will be in touch to find the right solution!