Clear PowerTape® — Crystal-Clear Single-Sided Banner Hem Tape

No-Fold Hem Tape

Clear PowerTape®

The No-Fold Hemming Solution

SKU: PTAPECLEAR

“Hem banners without folding — just apply, press, punch, and hang.”

Clear PowerTape® is the no-fold hemming solution for banner shops — apply it directly to the banner edge, no folding required. Its crystal-clear film bonds tight to vinyl, mesh, and poly substrates, holds through wind-tested conditions, and stays invisible on double-sided and mesh banners where a white edge would show through.

Crystal Clear Film No Folding Required Mesh Banner Compatible Double-Sided Banner Use

SKU

1 case = 5 rolls × 36 yd (180 yd total)

Expert support: 618-281-8090

3 min Banner Finish Time
5× More Banners Per Day
98 MPH Wind Tested
Zero Sewing or Folding

Product Details

Specifications

PTAPECLEAR

Clear PowerTape®

Clear PowerTape® roll
Width
1.5″
Length
36 yd / roll
Construction
Single-sided film
Case Qty
5 rolls
Case Yield
180 yd total
Crystal Clear Film No Folding Required Mesh Banner Compatible Double-Sided Banners

How It Works

Banner Done in Four Steps

Step 1: Apply PowerTabs to corners
Step 1

Stick Tabs

Always apply PowerTabs to the corners first — PowerTape must go on over the tabs, not before. Lay the banner face down and press tabs firmly in place.

Step 2: Strip PowerTape along banner edges
Step 2

Apply Clear PowerTape

Strip Clear PowerTape continuously along the top and bottom edges of the banner’s back side over the PowerTabs. The clear film is nearly invisible — perfect for mesh and double-sided banners.

Step 3: Punch holes through tape and tabs
Step 3

Punch

Use the PowerPunch or EZ-Punch to cut a clean hole through the PowerTape, PowerTab, and banner media in one squeeze. Leave a ¼″ leeway from the tape edge.

Step 4: Hang the banner
Step 4

Hang

Thread bungee cord, zip tie, or rope through the punched holes and hang. Your banner is ready — in under 3 minutes from start to finish.

Why Make the Switch

Clear PowerTape® System vs. White PowerTape vs. Traditional Hem

Feature Clear PowerTape® System White PowerTape / Traditional Hem
Fabrication Time Under 3 minutes per banner Up to 15–20 minutes per banner
Folding Required None — tape applies flat over media Precise fold required along all edges
Sewing Risk Zero — no needle marks or post-print damage Sewing machine can damage print face
Edge Appearance Clean, flat — no rippling Rippling common with improper folding
Wind Rating Wind-tunnel tested to 98 MPH Varies — no standardized wind test
Tools Required PowerTape + PowerPunch only Folding tools, double-sided tape, possibly sewing machine
Strength vs. Original PowerTape Stronger than original PowerTape White PowerTape slightly lower strength

FAQ

Common Questions

How is Clear PowerTape different from the original white PowerTape?
Clear PowerTape uses a crystal-clear base film instead of white, making it virtually invisible when applied to mesh banners, double-sided banners, or any application where the tape edge might be seen from the front. It is also slightly stronger than the original PowerTape and typically lower in cost — making it the preferred version for most applications.
Can Clear PowerTape be used on mesh banners?
Yes — Clear PowerTape is ideal for mesh banners. The clear film is virtually invisible through the mesh weave, so the tape doesn’t create visible white stripes along the hem edge. This makes it the recommended choice over white PowerTape for any mesh, double-sided, or backlit banner application.
Does Clear PowerTape need to run the full width of the banner edge?
Yes — run Clear PowerTape continuously from corner to corner for maximum wind resistance. Partial application near the corners only leaves the center of the edge as the weakest point. Continuous application distributes wind stress evenly across the full hem, which is what delivers the 99 MPH wind-tested performance.
Do I still need to apply PowerTabs before Clear PowerTape?
Yes — always apply PowerTabs to the corners first, then run Clear PowerTape over them along the edges. Clear PowerTape has the same silicone release coating as white PowerTape, which prevents PowerTabs from bonding if applied on top of the tape. Tabs first, tape second — every time.
Can Clear PowerTape be used without PowerTabs?
Clear PowerTape can be used alone for indoor banners where moderate strength is sufficient. For outdoor use or maximum holding strength, Clear PowerTape and PowerTabs work together as a system — the combination was wind-tunnel tested to 99 MPH. Clear PowerTape alone provides moderate strength; over PowerTabs it achieves tremendous strength.

Customer Reviews

What Sign Pros Are Saying

★★★★★

“Your products were recommended to us by another sign company and holy cow, what a difference it made for our digital banners. We had creasing and wrinkling issues with our grommet method — PowerTape with PowerTabs completely solved it. The banners lay flat and look professional.”

JS

J. Sullivan

Sign Shop Owner

★★★★★

“Banner Ups are the only product that last in the market. They are tough as nails with wind! We’re in Oklahoma — wind is not a joke here. PowerTape over PowerTabs and we’ve never had a failure. Nothing even comes close.”

TM

T. Morrison

Sign Installer, Oklahoma

Complete the System

Products That Work With Clear PowerTape®

PowerTabs®

BAN011 / BAN012 / BAN013 / BAN014

PowerTabs®

Apply PowerTabs at the corners before running PowerTape along the edges. Together they form the system that’s wind-tunnel tested to 108 MPH.

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Crystal Clear BravoTabs®

BAN017

Crystal Clear BravoTabs®

The adhesive tab that pairs perfectly with Clear PowerTape. Crystal clear, no neck loop, and wind-tunnel tested — one tab handles corners and edges.

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PowerPunch®

TOOL001

PowerPunch®

Heavy-duty banner punch designed to cut clean holes through PowerTape, PowerTabs, and banner media in a single squeeze. Built for all-day production use.

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The Cleaner Way to Finish Banners

Clear PowerTape® delivers the same 3-minute banner finish as white PowerTape — now with a crystal-clear film that’s stronger and more versatile. Contact our team to order or request free samples.

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

    Your distributor ships your order

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As a solo entrepreneur, ClearPowerTape and BravoTabs have been a game changer — super fast and easy. Saves labor costs and eliminates equipment requirements.

Wendy Fredrickson — Makstin Graphics

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