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How to Load a Tape Gun (Step-by-Step)

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You've got the tape, the gun, the cartons and the courier bags ready to go — then you hit the first hurdle: how do you actually get the roll of tape into the tape gun? Here's how to load a tape gun in a few seconds, for both common models.

The two tape gun models

  • Pistol-grip model (red handle) — the standard packing dispenser.
  • Noise-reduction model (blue handle) — has a latch the tape wraps around and runs much quieter than a standard gun.

Shop tape guns and matching tape

Both tape guns take 36mm or 48mm rolls, and every tape below is 48mm wide, so it fits either gun. Pick the gun, then the tape that suits what you are sealing.

Tape guns

Pick your tape gun

The two models shown in the video above.

Red pistol grip packaging tape gunPistol Grip Tape GunStandard red handle, suits 36mm or 48mm tapeShop now › Blue low noise packaging tape gunLow Noise Tape GunBlue handle, much quieter roller, suits 36mm or 48mm tapeShop now ›
Everyday tape

Clear or brown packing tape

For most cartons, courier boxes and daily dispatch.

Clear acrylic packaging tape 48mm rollClear Packaging Tape 48mmAcrylic, 48mm x 75m, everyday carton sealingShop now › Brown hot melt packaging tape 48mm rollBrown Hot Melt Tape 48mmPremium, 48mm x 75m, grabs cardboard instantlyShop now ›
Heavy duty & special

Heavy, cold or fragile parcels

Extra hold for heavy or recycled boxes, plus tape that tells couriers to take care.

Clear rubber packaging tape 48mm rollRubber Packaging Tape 48mmSuperior hold, 48mm x 75m, works in cold storesShop now › Fragile warning tape 48mm rollFragile Warning Tape 48mm48mm x 66m, bold red FRAGILE printShop now › Brown kraft paper tape 48mm rollKraft Paper Tape 48mm48mm x 50m, recyclable paper tapeShop now ›
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How to load a pistol-grip tape gun

  1. Push the roll of tape onto the spindle.
  2. Make sure the loose end of the tape faces the back of the unit.
  3. Pull the loose end through the roller assembly, sticky side facing out.
  4. Pull off any scrunched-up excess tape.

How to load a noise-reduction tape gun

  1. Pull down the latch.
  2. Secure the tape with the loose end facing the back of the dispenser.
  3. Pull the tape through the roller.
  4. Pull off any scrunched-up excess tape.

FAQ

Which way does the tape go in a tape gun?
Sticky side out, with the loose end feeding from the back of the unit through the roller.

Why does my tape gun keep jamming or twisting?
Usually the roll is on backwards or the tape isn't threaded through the roller correctly — re-feed it sticky-side-out and pull off the scrunched lead.

What's the difference between the red and blue tape guns?
The red pistol-grip is the standard dispenser; the blue noise-reduction model has a latch and runs much quieter.

Shop tape guns & packing tape

Get tape guns, dispensers and packing tape at QIS Packaging — delivered Australia-wide with fast dispatch. Call 1800 555 343 or email info@qispackaging.com.au.

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