Benefits
- Improves traction and reduces slip risk on walking surfaces
- Provides a practical solution for stairs, ladders and inclined walkways
- Helps improve safety around industrial equipment and machinery
- Flexible construction makes application easier on different surfaces
- Color options allow both functional anti-slip protection and visual safety marking
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor environments
- Can support workplace safety programs and hazard identification
- Fluorescent version can improve visibility after lights are switched off
- Under general conditions, anti-slip performance can last up to approximately 2 years
Technical Specifications
| Property | Tesa 60943 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Anti-Slip Adhesive Tape |
| Construction | Single-sided adhesive tape |
| Backing | PVC film |
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Surface | Aluminum oxide mineral particles |
| Abrasive Particle Grade | #60 |
| Total Thickness | Approx. 680 µm |
| Colors | Black, Yellow, Black/Yellow, Fluorescent |
| Application | Indoor & outdoor |
| Anti-Slip Type | Standard / general-purpose |
| Adhesive Type | Pressure-sensitive acrylic |
| Fluorescent Performance | Approx. 20 min / 1.6 mcd/m², depending on the amount of light received before darkness |
| Typical Service Life | Up to approx. 2 years under general conditions |
Technical values are representative values from tesa product information and should not be treated as guaranteed specifications. Exact performance depends on substrate, installation, traffic, environmental conditions and product variant.
Applications
- Stair treads
- Steps and stairways
- Ladders
- Inclined walkways
- Factory floors and work areas
- Machine platforms
- Forklift access areas
- Truck steps and platforms
- Industrial equipment
- Ramps
- Loading areas
- Warehouse walkways
- Pool and wet-area applications where applicable
- Areas requiring additional slip resistance
- Low-light or dark areas with the fluorescent version
Compatible Materials
Tesa 60943 can be applied to a variety of clean, dry and suitably prepared surfaces, including:
- Metal
- Stainless steel
- Aluminum
- Painted metal
- Powder-coated metal
- Steel structures
- Rigid plastics
- PVC surfaces
- Wood
- Composite materials
- Industrial equipment surfaces
- Smooth or moderately textured substrates
For porous, highly textured, contaminated, oily or low-surface-energy substrates, surface preparation and adhesion testing are recommended before production use.
Industries
- Manufacturing
- Industrial Equipment
- Automotive
- Transportation
- Warehousing & Logistics
- Construction
- Machinery
- Material Handling
- Agriculture
- Commercial Buildings
- Facilities Management
- Workplace Safety
- Swimming Pools & Leisure Facilities
- Truck & Fleet Equipment
Why Choose
Tesa 60943 is a practical choice when a standard, durable and easy-to-apply anti-slip tape is required for general industrial and commercial applications.
Its combination of PVC backing, acrylic adhesive and #60 aluminum oxide mineral particles provides a balanced solution between traction, flexibility and installation convenience. Multiple color options also allow users to combine anti-slip protection with visual safety identification.
For applications requiring heavy-duty coarse traction, conformability to highly irregular surfaces or specialized industrial performance, a different anti-slip grade such as tesa 60954, 60955 or 60973 may be more appropriate.
Installation Guide
1. Prepare the surface
Remove dust, dirt, oil, grease, moisture and other contaminants. The surface should be clean and dry.
2. Measure the application area
Cut the tape to the required length and shape. Avoid unnecessary joints where possible.
3. Round the corners
For rectangular pieces, rounding the corners can help reduce edge lifting during service.
4. Position the tape
Peel back part of the release liner and carefully position the tape without touching the adhesive unnecessarily.
5. Apply gradually
Remove the remaining liner while pressing the tape onto the substrate.
6. Apply firm pressure
Use a suitable roller or firm hand pressure to ensure good adhesive contact across the entire tape.
7. Allow sufficient bonding time
Avoid heavy traffic or excessive loading immediately after installation whenever practical.
8. Inspect the edges
Check that the tape is fully bonded, especially around corners and edges.
Storage
- Store the tape in its original packaging.
- Keep it clean and dry.
- Protect from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
- Avoid high humidity and contamination.
- Store rolls flat or according to the manufacturer’s packaging recommendations.
- Follow the latest tesa product documentation for storage conditions and shelf life.
FAQ
Q1: What is tesa 60943 Anti-Slip Tape made of?
It consists of a flexible PVC film backing, acrylic adhesive and an aluminum oxide mineral particle surface.
Q2: How thick is tesa 60943?
The current product information identifies the standard version as approximately 680 µm thick.
Q3: What colors are available?
The official product information lists black, yellow, black/yellow hazard stripe and fluorescent versions.
Q4: Can tesa 60943 be used outdoors?
Yes. tesa identifies 60943 as suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Q5: Is tesa 60943 suitable for stairs and ladders?
Yes. Stairs, ladders and inclined walkways are specifically listed among its typical applications.
Q6: Can it be used on curved surfaces?
The flexible PVC backing can conform to different substrates, and official product information indicates that curved-surface applications are possible. Actual suitability should be verified on the specific substrate and geometry.
Q7: What abrasive material is used on the surface?
The anti-slip surface uses aluminum oxide mineral particles, grade #60.
Q8: How long does the anti-slip effect last?
tesa states that under general conditions the anti-slip effect can last up to approximately 2 years. Actual service life depends on traffic, footwear, contamination, weather and installation conditions.
Q9: Does tesa 60943 have a fluorescent version?
Yes. The fluorescent version is designed to provide additional visibility in dark conditions. The official product information gives a representative performance of approximately 20 minutes at 1.6 mcd/m², depending on the amount of light received before the area becomes dark.
Q10: Is tesa 60943 suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications?
It is a standard/general-purpose anti-slip tape. For extreme heavy traffic, oily environments or demanding industrial conditions, a heavy-duty grade such as tesa 60954 may be more suitable.
Downloads
Available upon request:
- Tesa 60943 Anti-Slip Tape Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Adhesive Tape Selection Guide
- Product Brochure
- Die-Cutting Capability Guide
Please contact our sales team if you require the latest technical documentation.
