tesa Platinum Partner · Adhesive tape converting in Shenzhen

Custom Die-Cut Adhesive Parts

Send a drawing, get a ready-to-install part. We convert PET, foam, non-woven, transfer, PI and foil tapes by flat-bed or rotary die-cutting, laser cutting, lamination and kitting.

Slitting & die-cuttingSample timing at quotationRoHS / REACH documentsExport from Shenzhen
Reference illustration: die-cut adhesive parts nested on a release liner after weeding
Reference illustration of a converted part, not a photograph of your delivered parts.

Overview

Send a drawing, get a ready-to-install part. We convert PET, foam, non-woven, transfer, PI and foil tapes by flat-bed or rotary die-cutting, laser cutting, lamination and kitting.

Start with a sample. Tell us the substrate, part size and test you plan to run. We will propose the carrier, adhesive and liner, then produce a sample for validation before mass production.

Construction

Typical build-up for this product family. Layer order, carrier and thickness vary by grade.

LayerTypical material
Top linerOptional protective film
AdhesiveSelected tape or laminated construction
CarrierPET · foam · non-woven · PI · foil
Bottom linerPET or glassine, slit for automated assembly

Product types

Flat-Bed Die-Cutting

Prototype to mass production for complex outlines, narrow edges and multi-layer constructions.

Rotary Die-Cutting

High-volume roll-to-roll production with stable tolerance and efficient material use.

Laser Cutting

Complex shapes and quick prototypes without hard tooling.

Kitted Assemblies

Multi-part sets, sequence packing and customer-specific presentation.

Specifications

Typical toleranceConfirmed on your drawing; tighter tolerances reviewed before tooling
MaterialsPET · foam · non-woven · transfer · PI · foil · laminates
ToolingFlat-bed or rotary tooling; laser for prototypes
LaminationTape + foam / film / liner / adhesive
InspectionFirst article, dimensional and visual checks
MOQPrototype and sample quantities available; production quantity confirmed at quotation
Lead timeSample and production timing confirmed after drawing review

Values are typical and grade dependent. Confirm the final specification on the TDS for your selected product.

Applications

Display, battery and FPC partsAutomotive trim and interior partsBattery module insulationMedical device and IVD componentsAppliance assemblyEMI shielding and grounding parts

What actually decides the grade in this family

A family is not a product. These are the questions that narrow it down to one construction, in the order we ask them.

The tolerance that actually matters

Not every dimension on a drawing carries equal weight. Identifying the functional ones lets us choose a cutting route that holds them, instead of paying for tightness everywhere.

Material and thickness

Foam and thick laminates move differently under a tool than a thin film. Material decides the route before volume does.

Annual quantity and changeover rate

Hard tooling amortises over volume. If the design is still moving, the cheaper route is the one that can be changed without scrapping a tool.

How the part is presented to the line

Sheet count and layout, matrix stripped or weeded, liner type, release level, pick orientation and the spacing a feeder needs are all part of the part, not packaging details.

Multi-layer build

A part that arrives as a laminate of tape, foam, film and liner cuts once instead of three times, which changes both the tolerance chain and the labour.

Adhesive bleed and edge quality

Pressure-sensitive adhesive migrates under heat and pressure. Where bleed is unacceptable, the tool, the pressure and the cure condition are specified together.

Which construction inside this family

Cutting routeBest whenWhat we confirm before tooling
Flat-bed die-cuttingThicker materials, foam and laminates, medium volumes, designs that still change.Material build-up, part size, sheet layout and tool choice.
Rotary die-cuttingHigh-volume roll-to-roll on thinner, stable materials with consistent tolerance.Web width, registration, matrix stripping and liner feed.
Laser cuttingComplex outlines, prototypes and short runs where hard tooling is not yet justified.Power and speed against the material, edge appearance, and part nesting.
CNC and oscillating toolThick stacks, low volume, large parts, or materials that react badly to heat.Fixturing, tool path, and how the part is held during the cut.
Kitted and sequenced setsA station needs several parts in a defined order at the moment of assembly.Kit content, sequence, pack presentation and identification.

Every row is a starting point for a test, not a promise about your joint. The third column is the part that usually decides the outcome.

How this product is ordered

These are the items a quotation has to settle before material is cut. Each one is confirmed against your order, so no figure on this page is a standing commitment.

Specification itemWhat we confirm
Drawing and revisionPDF, DXF or STEP with the revision number, or a sample plus dimensions. The revision is what we quote and build against.
Material constructionGrade, carrier, adhesive, thickness and liner, or the brand grade you hold if you want that construction read back.
TolerancesWhich dimensions are functional and what band they need, stated per feature rather than as a blanket figure.
Part presentationSheet layout, parts per sheet, matrix stripped or weeded, liner and release level, pick direction.
Volume and call-offPrototype quantity, annual volume and the release pattern, so the tooling route and buffer stock are chosen once.
Inspection and approvalFirst-article scope, who signs it, dimensional report format, and what changes require re-approval.
Change controlHow a drawing revision is handled, whether the tool is modified or replaced, and when a new sample is required.
Tooling ownershipWhether tooling is charged once, held for repeat orders, or returned if the program ends; stated before the first cut.
Packing and labellingPart name, drawing revision, lot, quantity and pack format, matched to your receiving process.

How a claim about this product gets tested

What gets verifiedHow it is measured
First-article inspectionDimensions measured against the drawing on the actual production material and tool, with the report attached to the approval.
Dimensional capabilityRepeated measurement across a run so the tolerance is stated from production, not from one good sample.
Visual and edge qualityBurrs, adhesive bleed, die marks, delamination and liner damage checked against an approved boundary sample.
Function at assemblyLiner release, pick-up and fit on your process, which is where a part that measures correctly can still fail.

Ask for the method and the condition, not only the number: the same material reads differently on a clean test panel and on a part from your line.

How it is packed for export

  • Parts stay on their liner in the pick order the line expects, so nobody touches the adhesive face between our inspection and your assembly.
  • Sheets and rolls are packed flat in sized boxes with the count on the label; foam parts are not stacked under weight.
  • Lot, drawing revision and quantity are marked on every pack so a incoming check can be closed without opening boxes.
  • Sequence kits are labelled by station and packed in the order they are consumed.
  • Export shipments use ISPM 15-marked pallet material for sea freight, with moisture protection for humid destinations.

Freight term, routing and destination charges are stated on the quotation. The technical guides and the logistics notes explain how each line is derived.

Which industries buy this family

Which converting services apply to it

Brands & materials

Converted from tesa, 3M, Sekisui and qualified alternative materials

tesa, 3M and Sekisui are trademarks of their respective owners. Availability and authorization scope vary by product and region. For tenders or regulated projects, ask for the current certificate covering your market.

Questions buyers ask about Die-Cut Parts

What files do you need for a die-cut quotation?
A PDF, DXF, STEP or dimensioned drawing is ideal. If you only have a sample or photo, send it with dimensions and we will confirm the drawing.
How much does tooling cost?
Tooling depends on the shape, size, material and whether flat-bed, rotary or laser cutting is used. We quote tooling separately and can advise on the most economical route.
What is the typical tolerance?
It depends on the material, thickness, part size and cutting route, so we state the achievable tolerance against your drawing before tooling is cut rather than quoting a generic figure.
Can you supply prototypes before mass production?
Yes. We produce samples for fit and function testing, then scale to production after approval.
Can you pack parts in sequence for our line?
Yes. We offer kitting, sequence packing and custom presentation depending on volume and part size.
What makes a die-cut tolerance tighten or loosen?
Material build-up, thickness, part size and the cutting route. A thin film on a rotary tool holds a different band from a 2 mm foam laminate on a flat bed, and a part with a small internal radius behaves differently from its outline. That is why we state what is achievable against your specific drawing before tooling is cut, rather than quoting a number that sounds safe.
Should we send a drawing or a sample part?
Send both if you can. A drawing tells us the intent and lets us quote a revision-controlled part; a sample tells us what is actually being used, including the liner and the material you cannot name. If you only have a sample, send it with the dimensions that matter and we will produce a drawing for your approval before anything is tooled.
Can you cut parts in materials you do not stock?
Usually, provided the material can reach us. We convert customer-supplied and brand-supplied stock as a toll-converting job, and the risks that come with it, such as batch variation and the absence of our own incoming inspection, are written into the quotation rather than discovered at the first delivery.
How do you handle a drawing change mid-program?
By revision. The new revision is quoted against the existing tool, and we tell you whether it is a tool modification, a new tool or a setup change, and whether a new first-article approval is required. Changes made verbally on the shop floor are how a program loses traceability, so the revision and the approval stay on the paperwork.

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Need this tape converted to a part?

Send a drawing or a dimensioned photo. We will confirm material, tooling route, tolerance and lead time.