Benefits
- High bonding performance: The 11 N/cm adhesion to steel provides strong bonding for demanding industrial applications.
- Precise installation: Low elongation helps maintain dimensional accuracy during application.
- Long service life: Strong abrasive particle anchorage helps prevent premature loss of the anti-slip surface.
- Outdoor suitability: Good weathering resistance supports applications exposed to changing environmental conditions.
- Chemical resistance: Suitable for many industrial environments where exposure to chemicals may occur.
- Railway-oriented solution: Lateral flame-spread certification according to EN 45545-2 / ISO 5658-2 supports applications where relevant railway fire-safety requirements apply.
- Converting flexibility: Suitable for die-cutting, enabling custom anti-slip shapes and components.
- 5S applications: Suitable for visual workplace organization and safety improvement programs.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Tesa 60973 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Industrial Anti-Slip Tape |
| Construction | Single-sided self-adhesive tape |
| Backing Material | PVC film |
| Surface | Abrasive particle coated |
| Adhesive Type | Modified acrylic |
| Tape Thickness | 720 µm |
| Liner Thickness | 180 µm |
| Total Thickness | 900 µm |
| Adhesion to Steel | 11 N/cm |
| Tensile Strength | 30 N/cm |
| Elongation at Break | 10% |
| Chemical Resistance | Good |
| Weathering Resistance | Good |
| Hand Tearability | Good |
| Suitable for Die Cutting | Yes |
| Application | Permanent indoor & outdoor |
| Flame Spread | EN 45545-2 / ISO 5658-2 certified |
The above values are representative/average values from tesa product information and should not be treated as contractual specifications.
Applications
Tesa 60973 is particularly suitable for:
- Train wagon entrances
- Train floors
- Railway gangway connections
- Railway access areas
- Roofing maintenance
- Rooftop air-conditioning equipment placement areas
- Industrial production facilities
- Factory floors
- Industrial walkways
- Platforms
- Entrances
- Gangways
- Maintenance areas
- Workplace safety zones
- 5S manufacturing applications
tesa specifically identifies train wagon entrances, floors, gangway connections, roofing maintenance and air-conditioner placement on roofs as application fields.
Compatible Materials
Tesa 60973 is designed to bond to a wide range of suitable substrates.
Potential substrates include:
- Steel
- Stainless steel
- Aluminum
- Painted metal
- Powder-coated metal
- Industrial flooring
- Metal platforms
- Machinery surfaces
- Railway equipment surfaces
- Roofing equipment
- Suitable rigid plastics
- Other clean, dry and stable substrates
For porous, highly textured, contaminated, low-surface-energy or specially coated surfaces, application testing is recommended before production use.
Industries
- Railway & Mass Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Industrial Machinery
- Construction
- Building Maintenance
- HVAC
- Roofing
- Warehousing & Logistics
- Automotive
- Transportation
- Infrastructure
- Facility Management
- Industrial Safety
- 5S Manufacturing
- Maintenance & Engineering
Why Choose
Tesa 60973 is positioned as an industrial-grade anti-slip tape with high peel adhesion and low elongation, rather than simply a general-purpose anti-slip tape.
Its 11 N/cm adhesion to steel is higher than the listed adhesion values of tesa 60950 (5.8 N/cm), 60954 (7 N/cm) and 60955 (8 N/cm). This makes 60973 particularly interesting when strong bonding and precise application are important.
Its product positioning can therefore be summarized as:
Tesa 60973 → Industry → High Peel Adhesion → Low Elongation → Permanent Indoor/Outdoor → Railway & Industrial Applications
It also has lateral flame-spread certification according to EN 45545-2 / ISO 5658-2, which gives the product a particularly strong positioning for relevant railway applications.
Installation Guide
1. Prepare the substrate
Remove dust, grease, oil, dirt and other contaminants from the application surface.
2. Ensure the surface is dry
Moisture can negatively affect adhesive contact.
3. Check surface compatibility
Make sure the substrate is sufficiently stable and suitable for pressure-sensitive adhesive bonding.
4. Measure and cut
Cut the tape to the required length or shape. tesa 60973 is suitable for die-cutting.
5. Position accurately
Take advantage of the product’s low elongation to maintain accurate positioning during application.
6. Apply gradually
Remove the release liner progressively and apply the tape to the substrate.
7. Apply firm pressure
Press firmly across the entire bonding area, paying particular attention to edges and corners.
8. Inspect the finished application
Check for bubbles, lifted edges or unbonded sections before putting the surface into service.
For safety-critical applications, railway applications or unusual substrates, perform an application test and verify the relevant project requirements before production installation.
Storage
Store tesa 60973 in its original packaging in a clean and dry environment.
Protect the product from:
- Direct sunlight
- Excessive heat
- Moisture
- Dust and contamination
- Mechanical damage
Keep rolls properly packaged until use. For shelf life and specific storage conditions, follow the latest tesa technical documentation and packaging information for the supplied batch.
FAQ
Q1: What is tesa 60973 Anti-Slip Tape Industry?
Tesa 60973 is a self-adhesive industrial anti-slip tape designed for permanent indoor and outdoor applications requiring good grip and safe footing.
Q2: What is tesa 60973 made of?
It consists of a robust PVC film backing with an abrasive particle coating and a modified acrylic adhesive.
Q3: What is the thickness of tesa 60973?
The tape is 720 µm, the liner is 180 µm, and the total thickness is 900 µm.
Q4: What is the adhesion of tesa 60973?
The current technical information lists 11 N/cm adhesion to steel.
Q5: What is the tensile strength of tesa 60973?
The listed tensile strength is 30 N/cm, with elongation at break of 10%.
Q6: Is tesa 60973 suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. tesa describes 60973 as suitable for permanent indoor and outdoor applications and specifies good weathering resistance.
Q7: Is tesa 60973 suitable for railway applications?
It is particularly relevant to railway applications, including train wagon entrances, floors and gangway connections. tesa also states that it has lateral flame-spread certification according to EN 45545-2 / ISO 5658-2.
Q8: Can tesa 60973 be used on train floors and entrances?
Yes. Train wagon entrances, floors and gangway connections are specifically listed by tesa as application fields.
Q9: Is tesa 60973 suitable for die-cutting?
Yes. The current product information lists it as suitable for die-cutting.
Q10: Is tesa 60973 hand tearable?
Yes. tesa lists its hand tearability as good.
Q11: What is the difference between tesa 60973 and 60950?
60950 is positioned as a general-purpose anti-slip tape with a PVC film coated with mineral particles and acrylic adhesive. 60973 uses a modified acrylic adhesive, has 11 N/cm adhesion to steel, and emphasizes industrial use, low elongation and high peel adhesion.
Q12: What is the difference between tesa 60973 and 60954?
60954 is specifically positioned as Heavy Duty and uses a PVC film coated with large mineral particles, with a 1,365 µm total thickness. 60973 is thinner at 900 µm and focuses more on industrial bonding, low elongation, high peel adhesion and railway-related applications.
Q13: What is the difference between tesa 60973 and 60955?
60955 is the Conformable version and uses an aluminum carrier coated with mineral particles for irregular surfaces. 60973 uses a PVC film backing and is positioned around industrial applications, high peel adhesion and precise application.
Q14: Is tesa 60973 suitable for 5S manufacturing?
Yes. tesa specifically describes 60973 as a suitable solution for complementing 5S manufacturing initiatives.
Downloads
Available upon request:
- Tesa 60973 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.
