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In photography, the process of separating color originals into the primary printing color components in negative or positive form. In lithographic platemaking, the manual separation of colors by handwork performed directly on the printing surface. An artist can pre-separate by using separate overlays for each other.

The ability of a tape to retain its original color, particularly when exposed to light.

The ability of tape to fit snugly or make essentially complete contact with the surface of an irregular object without creasing or folding.

Materials applied in thin layers onto printed circuits or other electrical substrates. The protect electronic circuit boards from moisture and contaminants preventing short circuits and corrosion of conductors and solder joints.

A splittable film product with adhesive and protective liner. When used in combination with another pressure-sensitive coated facestock affords the label converter the capability of manufacturing on press a redemption coupon that has a lift tab and is printed on both sides. A clear film remains on the labeled item after the coupon has been removed.

A slow movement of the adhesive or backing under stress.

Paper that has small “folds” in it, giving it high stretch.

The development of a three-dimensional structure in an adhesive, which is activated normally by heat. An improvement in shear resistance, high temperature resistance, and oil or solvent resistance will normally result.

A slight U-shaped deformation of the tape (at right angles to the length) which usually appears after unwind tension is relaxed. “Canoeing”.