Is it acid free? OK for archiving? Thanks!

No! 3M/Scotch replied to me: Our Book Tape #845 is not acid free but will not deteriorate over time causing possible damage and subsequent repair. If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact us directly at 1-800-328-6276. We are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 - 4:30 CT.

Is this a hinging tape?

This is for the outside spine and corner repairs. Except for a very large, heavy book perhaps, it is too thick for inside repairs to pages. It will make the inside thicker than intended and cause other spine damages by pushing the pages apart. Tapes used on the inside of a book should be thin and acid-free. There are other tapes for page repairs. If you are trying to repair a borrowed book(library or textbook), I assure you they would rather repair it themselves than having it damaged further by incorrect repairs!

What is really the difference between this and regular packing tape? Why would I use it over the other?

This is NOT packing tape, to seal packages for a short period of time. Packing tape is thinner and more susceptible to moisture damage. Book tape is meant for permanent repairs of books and magazines, book covers, spines, etc. It is thicker so it resists tearing and reduces damage from handling.

Can you use this tape to re-adhere pages within a book, or is it only meant for book bindings? Thanks!

This won't work for pages that need to be glued back to the binding. I've used it to repair torn pages and the outside binding.

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Scotch Book Tape, 2 in x 540 in, Excellent for Repairing, Reinforcing Protecting, and Covering (845)

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Details

Brand
Scotch
Colour
Clear
Material
Acrylic
Number of Items
1
Recommended uses for product
Tape

💪45 lbs tensile strength

📏2 in x 540 in roll size

🔍Crystal clear transparency

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Description

📚 Repair like a pro, protect like a boss!

TRUSTED QUALITY - Made by 3M, with a 4.7-star rating from nearly 3,000 users
VERSATILE PROTECTOR - Perfect for books, magazines, pamphlets, and even record jackets
PRO GRADE DURABILITY - Strong 45 lbs tensile strength to keep your pages intact
EFFORTLESS APPLICATION - Unwinds smoothly for quick, precise repairs every time
INVISIBLE YET INVINCIBLE - Crystal-clear tape that reinforces without altering your book’s look

Scotch Book Tape 845 is a 2-inch by 540-inch transparent acrylic tape designed for professional-grade repairing, reinforcing, and protecting of book edges and paper surfaces. With a tensile strength of 45 pounds per inch, it offers durable, invisible support for books, magazines, pamphlets, and more. Trusted by thousands and made in the USA by 3M, this tape ensures your valuable paper materials stay pristine and strong.

Specifications

ASIN	B00006IF5R
Adhesive Format	Roll
Adhesive Location	Single Sided
Adhesive Side Count	1
Best Sellers Rank	#15,645 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #50 in Transparent Tape
Brand Name	Scotch
Color	Clear
Compatible Material	Paper
Configuration	Standard 2 inch x 540 inch roll
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,068)
Global Trade Identification Number	00021200073830
Included Components	Invisible Tape
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	13.72L x 0.05W x 0.1Th Meters
Item Resistance	Some resistance
Item Thickness	3 Inches
Item Type Name	845 Book Tape
Item Weight	0.07 Kilograms
Manufacturer	3M
Material Type	Acrylic
Model	845
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Transparent
Package Size Name	2 in x 540 in
Part Number	845
Recommended Uses For Product	Tape
Size Name	2 inch
Surface Recommendation	Plastic
Tensile Strength	45 Pounds Per Inch
UPC	636123712058 021200073830
Unit Count	45 Meters
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

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