Avery Dennison offers pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape solutions for a variety of solar panel bonding applications. These durable, UV-resistant solutions are easy-to-use and automate, and can facilitate design optimization. In the dynamic solar industry, commercial and residential demand is growing as the price of solar energy is falling. The use of adhesive tapes for the bonding of solar panel components provides a sustainable solution.



Solar panel applications where our tapes are used

Avery Dennison tapes are engineered to perform in a wide variety of solar panel manufacturing applications. Our broad portfolio of tape constructions features a variety of acrylic adhesive chemistries. 

  • Frame mounting 
  • Cell fixation 
  • Dielectric insulation 
  • Edge protection 
  • Busbar bonding 
  • Panel stiffener mounting 
  • Junction box mounting 
  • Cable fixation

What are the key considerations for mounting photovoltaic systems?

Whether the solar panels are installed on a residential roof or a commercial facility, mounting systems need to do more than secure panels in place. They must deliver consistent performance in dynamic environments, while resisting heat, cold, UV, moisture and vibration. Plus, they have to integrate with roofing systems and building envelope flashing.

A successful mounting solution is also about protection. Adhesive tapes create a seamless barrier against water, support thermal cycling and eliminate corrosion concerns that come with mechanical fasteners. At Avery Dennison, we engineer our PSA tapes to meet both design specs and field expectations.

Different types of mounting systems for solar panels


Solar panels can be mounted in several ways depending on the application. Our adhesive solutions are compatible with:

  • Roof-mounted systems
    These are common in residential and small commercial applications. Adhesive tapes provide reliable bonding without damaging roofing materials or compromising insulation systems. No drilling means fewer leak risks and a cleaner install.

  • Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV)
    Here, the photovoltaic system is part of the building envelope. Our tapes support seaming and mounting while preserving architectural lines and providing high-performance environmental sealing.


Structural requirements for roof-mounted photovoltaic installations

It’s not just about mounting panels, it’s about keeping them performing for decades. Roof-mounted systems must withstand wind loads, snow accumulation, shifting substrates, and seismic movement. The integrity of these systems depends on how well they're bonded and sealed.

Avery Dennison tapes support structural stability by distributing bonding forces more evenly than fasteners, reducing stress on materials and lowering the risk of fatigue or warping. For rooftop systems, our tapes bond effectively with membranes, metals, and composites, offering dependable adhesion without puncturing the building envelope flashing.

The role of wind and load factors in solar photovoltaic mounting


Wind uplift, dynamic load and vibration aren’t theoretical design parameters. They’re day-to-day realities in the field. Over time, mechanical fasteners can loosen under pressure, leading to misalignment or system failure. Our pressure-sensitive adhesives help reduce these risks. They hold strong under shifting loads and minimize rattling. By eliminating rigid joints, they accommodate movement without losing bond integrity. In solar panel seaming, they seal gaps and ensure that assemblies resist water, air and dust.

Best materials for durable and corrosion resistant mounts

In solar panel mounting, exposure to UV, salt and moisture is inevitable. That’s why selecting the right materials is key. Our PSA tape technologies are formulated with high-performance acrylic adhesives that resist oxidation, thermal aging and chemical breakdown. They bond well to aluminum, stainless steel, plastics, and composites, while also preventing galvanic corrosion by acting as an insulating barrier between dissimilar metals.


Compliance and safety regulations for solar panel mounting

Every installation must meet performance and safety standards. From electrical insulation to weatherproofing and structural integrity, your choice of mounting method plays a big role in staying compliant. Avery Dennison adhesive solutions are engineered with compliance in mind. Many of our products offer high dielectric strength, flame retardancy, and mechanical durability. We also provide support for custom testing and application engineering, so you're covered from prototype to final install.

Advantages of PSA tape solutions for solar panels


The Avery Dennison adhesive tape solutions provide solar panel manufacturers with advanced bonding advantages that outperform traditional methods and support the drive for greater efficiency, durability, and streamlined production processes.


Durability


Tapes are engineered to withstand exposure to UV light, moisture, high and low temperatures, and climatic extremes. They can provide consistently high performance throughout the service life of a panel, helping improve overall quality and minimizing the need for warranty issues.

Ease-of-use


Tapes offer a simple “peel-and-stick/instant-bond” alternative to messy liquid adhesives (which typically require cure time) and complicated mechanical fasteners. Adhesives can be engineered for easy repositionability, reducing rework and waste on an assembly line.

Automatable


Tape materials are engineered to facilitate automated application. This is typically a key requirement for solar panel manufacturing. These materials are also very easy to apply manually.

Design optimization


Tapes can replace mechanical fastening methods, offering a thinner profile and lighter weight to help optimize solar panel design. They also spread their bonding forces more evenly than screws and rivets, helping prevent fatigue and wear of the substrate.



Featured products


FM 2333

FM 2333

FM 2333 is a 36 mil double-coated white polyethylene foam with a modified acrylic adhesive. Bonds well to low surface energy materials and can fill gaps. Commonly used in general industrial foam applications.

Key benefits
  • Dimensional stability and good die cutting characteristics
  • Strong bond to low surface energy materials
  • Good heat resistance
  •  Gap filling properties and good conformability
  • High tensile strength and tear resistance with excellent die cutting performance

HPA™ 1902

HPA™ 1902

Avery Dennison HPA™ 1902 is a 2.4 mil transfer tape with a high performance acrylic adhesive. It bonds well to medium and high surface energy plastics and metals. HPA™ 1902 is commonly used for signage and graphics and general industrial applications.

Key benefits
  • Highly conformable to curved or irregular surfaces
  • High holding power to high and medium surface energy materials
  • Excellent resistance to solvents and heat
  • Good moisture stability and lay flat properties

FT 0012

FT 0012

FT 0012 is a linerless, single-coated tape featuring a 1 mil PET facestock and an acrylic adhesive. With 5.0 kV of dielectric strength (AC), this tape is recommended for various electrical insulation applications inside EV battery packs. FT 0012 is part of the Avery Dennison Volt Tough™ portfolio of dielectric tapes.

Key benefits
  • Reduced waste due to no required liner
  • Resilient bond to battery pack components
  • High dielectric strength

Going beyond bonding to develop solutions that address your needs

The Avery Dennison product portfolio includes a wide variety of constructions, chemistries, and functional additives. These products are backed by our superior customer service and technical support staff. You can be confident in your Avery Dennison solution. 

We also have the ability to collaborate with you on custom solutions. Avery Dennison goes beyond bonding, offering you access to our research and development facilities and subject matter experts who can work with your team to produce the unique product you're seeking for your application. 

Custom solutions

  • Global footprint
  • New product development for custom solutions for applications
  • Business development and specification support for emerging applications
  • Application engineering and technical support

Testing capabilities

  • ISO 9000 certified and ISO 17025 certified laboratory
  • Traditional pressure-sensitive adhesive bulk property testing (peel, tack and shear)
  • Environmental conditioning (temperature, humidity, UV, chemical and more)
  • Flame performance and dielectric strength testing at the tape and composite level