Rosco GaffTac Gaffer Tape — matte black, 48 mm × 50 m
A cloth gaffer tape built for theatre, TV, film and photography: strong bond, hand-tearable, matte finish, and designed to remove cleanly with no residue on most surfaces.
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The everyday tape for stage and set
GaffTac uses a polyethylene-coated cloth laminate with a natural rubber-based adhesive. The fine mesh weave resists edge fraying and gives a smooth, low-sheen surface that stays out of sight on set, in the grid or in frame.
- Strong bond to many common materials
- Clean removal with no residue on most surfaces
- Hand tearable — no cutting tools needed
- Smooth, controlled unwind — won’t curl or twist
- Conforms to odd-shaped and irregular surfaces
- Water, vapour and abrasion resistant
Theatre, film, TV and photography
Rigging & grid
Pipes and battens, stands, flags and frames.
Stage & set
Stage floors, walls, scenery and props.
Cables & cases
Road cases, fixtures, console surfaces and securing runs of cable.
Edge finishes & fabrics
Masking edges, soft goods and fabrics.
In frame
Matte black finish keeps reflections down on camera.
Wardrobe
Quick fixes on costumes — test on the fabric first.
What it is — and what it isn’t
Use it for
- General stage, studio and location taping
- Pipes, battens, stands, flags and frames
- Road cases, fixtures and scenery
- Short-term fixing where clean removal matters
Don’t use it for
- Joining marley floor seams — use vinyl floor tape
- Fine spike marks — use narrow spike tape
- Delicate painted or papered surfaces without a test first
- Long-term or permanent fixing
Getting the best result
- Make sure the surface is clean, dry and free of dust.
- Unroll the length you need and tear across by hand.
- Press down firmly along the full length to bond.
- Remove slowly at a low angle when you strike.
- Test first on delicate, painted or valuable surfaces.
Key details
| Brand | Rosco GaffTac |
|---|---|
| Product code | RSGAFFBLACK2 |
| Size | 48 mm × 50 m |
| Colour / finish | Black, matte |
| Backing | Polyethylene-coated cloth laminate, 73 mesh |
| Adhesive | Natural rubber-based |
| Thickness | 11.8 mil (approx. 0.3 mm) |
| Peel adhesion | 29 oz/inch |
| Tensile strength | 36 lbs/inch |
| Temperature range | −35°C to 80°C |
Common questions
What is gaffer tape used for?
Gaffer tape is a cloth tape used across theatre, film, TV and photography for temporary fixing — securing cables, rigging, flags, scenery and cases — where you need a strong hold that peels off cleanly.
Does GaffTac leave residue?
Rosco says it removes cleanly with no residue on most surfaces. Results depend on the surface and how long it’s left, so test on delicate surfaces first.
Gaffer tape vs duct tape — what’s the difference?
Gaffer tape has a matte cloth backing and an adhesive designed for clean removal. Duct tape is typically shiny and can leave sticky residue.
Can I tear it by hand?
Yes — it’s hand tearable, so no cutting tools are needed.
What colours does GaffTac gaffer tape come in?
Rosco makes it in black, white and grey. We stock all three.
Always test on delicate, painted or valuable surfaces first. Adhesion and clean removal depend on the surface, conditions and how long the tape is applied. Specifications are from Rosco technical data and are a guide only.
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