Stationery Tape

Stationery tape is the tape commonly found in offices for general purpose use. It is also known as cello, cellophane tape, or sticky tape. This kind of stationery tape is used for repairing torn paper, putting together paper projects and posters, sealing envelopes, and arts and crafts, among other uses.

Stationery tape is sold in a variety of different ways. First, it may be marketed in a disposable dispenser that is not capable of being reloaded. It can also be sold in sets of rolls to be loaded into a permanent dispenser that is made to take refills, but is purchased separately from the tape. Such a dispenser comes with a core on which the roll of tape is mounted. Either of these dispensers includes a special blade for cutting the tape.

Stationery tape comes in a variety of widths. The most common widths include ½ inch (12.7 mm), ¾ inch (~19 mm), and 1 inch (~25 mm). The tape is mounted on a core that is usually 1 or 3 inches in diameter (~2.5 cm or ~7.6 cm). If the tape is bought for a permanent dispenser, it is important that both the core size and the width be a good match for the dispenser to work properly.