Our rigid and non-elastic tapes are engineered for applications where dimensional stability, tensile strength, and shape retention matter more than stretch. Woven from high-tenacity yarns on precision looms, they hold their form under load and repeated use across industrial, safety, and structural applications.
Material & Construction
Rigid and non-elastic tapes are produced using high-tenacity polyester, nylon, or cotton yarns woven in a tight, non-elastic construction. Unlike our elastic ranges, these tapes are engineered to resist stretch and deformation, maintaining consistent dimensions and strength under tension throughout their service life.
Key Specs
| Specification | Standard Range / Details |
|---|---|
| Width Range | 5 mm – 200 mm (≈ ¼ inch – 8 inches) |
| Elongation / Stretch Ratio | Minimal stretch, typically 0% – 5%, depending on material and construction |
| Material Composition | Polyester / Nylon / Cotton / Polypropylene yarns; blended compositions available depending on application |
| Tensile Strength | Approximately 200 – 2,000 N, depending on width, thickness, yarn type, and construction |
| Standard Put-Up / Packaging | 25 m, 50 m, 100 m, and 200 m rolls; customized lengths and packaging available |
| Construction | Woven or knitted narrow fabric construction designed for dimensional stability, strength, and minimal elongation |
| Thickness | Approximately 0.5 mm – 4.0 mm, depending on application and construction |
| Dimensional Stability | Excellent stability with minimal elongation and deformation under normal operating conditions |
| Available Colours | Standard colours plus custom dyeing and colour matching options available |
| Surface Options | Plain, ribbed, herringbone, twill, grosgrain, textured, patterned, or customized finishes |
Customization Options
We offers comprehensive customization capabilities to help brands create products that align perfectly with their functional, technical, and aesthetic requirements. From material selection and dimensions to branding and specialized finishes, we deliver tailored narrow fabric solutions for diverse applications and industries.
01. Custom Widths
Narrow fabrics manufactured across multiple widths to match specific product designs and application requirements.
02. Material Selection
Choice of high-tenacity polyester, nylon, or cotton yarns, selected for strength, rigidity, and finish suited to your application.
03. Tensile Strength Tuning
Weave density and yarn count calibrated to load-bearing requirements, from lightweight binding tapes to heavy-duty structural tapes.
04. Color & Branding
Custom colorways and printed or woven branding for identification or retail-ready use.
05. Edge & Finish Options
Selvedge or heat-sealed edge finishes to prevent fraying, plus surface treatments for abrasion resistance.
06. Custom Packaging & Put-up
Roll lengths, spool formats, and packaging configured to your production line or requirements.
Applications
Rigid and non-elastic tapes are widely used in applications requiring strength and dimensional stability:
● Industrial binding and reinforcement
● Luggage and bag straps
● Safety harnesses and structural components
● Packaging and labeling tapes
● Automotive and technical textile applications
Quality & Compliance
Every batch is manufactured under consistent process controls to maintain tensile strength and dimensional accuracy across production runs. Per-lot QC certificates are available on request, supporting traceability for load-bearing and safety-relevant applications.
Production & Supply Capabilities
With 45+ years of manufacturing experience and a production capacity of 250M meters, NAFABS supplies rigid and non-elastic tapes at both prototype and full OEM volumes. Consistent lead times and lot-to-lot strength consistency support brands scaling from sample runs to recurring bulk orders.
Why NAFABS
Built for strength, stability, and consistency, NAFABS rigid tapes are manufactured to meet demanding functional and design requirements. We offer flexibility across materials, widths, constructions, colours, and finishes for a wide range of applications.
