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See stain.

See telescoping.

A measure of resolution used for printed text or images. The more dots per inch, the higher the resolution.

The adhesive is applied on both sides of the backing, which serves principally as a carrier for the adhesive.

The peeling back or lifting of the outer edge of a tape which has been applied in a curve. The peeling back or lifting of the outer edge of a tape after application. See Cupping.

The tendency of the edge of a label to rise off the surface of the substrate. This condition occurs most frequently on small diameter curved surfaces. Resistance to edge life is dependent on the bond strength of the adhesive and the flexibility of the facestock.

A tendency of some tape backings to attempt to return to their original length after being elongated.

A measure of the tape,s corrosive effect on a copper conductor. This is particularly important selection of tapes for use as electrical insulation.

Data processing by electronic equipment. Pressure sensitive labels produced for imprinting on this equipment incorporate line hole punching and perforations.