Tapes for Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) and Buzz Squeak Rattle (BSR)
Effective adhesive tape solutions for smooth and quiet journeys
Unwanted noises while driving are highly annoying and unpleasant. BSR ( Buzz ,squeak and rattle ) can be a real problem as it affects consumers perception of the quality or value of the vehicle.
With its BSR assortment, designed in conjunction with many vehicle manufactureers, tesa Automotive offers a variety of damping and anti-squeak products to eliminate noises right from the very beginning of vehicle assembly.
tesa can also offer these in customer specific sizes and formats, including rolls, die-cuts and with dispensers.
Our application experts are available to assist in designing and developing the best individual solution
Features and Benefits of tesa Automotive BSR Prevention tapes:
For the purpose of noise and abrasion prevention, shock absorbance, cushioning, sealing, insulating and vibration damping, the tesa Automotive BSR assortment offers:
- High adhesion power to various surfaces to ensure reliable adherence throughout the vehicle lifetime
- A comprehensive assortment of high-performance tape backings to offer a quick and reliable solution for each different BSR issue
- Application optimised die cuts, rolls and dispensers to assist an easy application

tesa NVH and BSR Application Toolbox
What is NVH?
Typically
NVH and
BSR problems can be divided into two categories. Firstly, noise caused by
buzz,
rattle and vibration, airborne noise or squeaks between adjoining components. Secondly, sealing, damping and bridging: sealing against water and dust leakage, bridging of gaps between component parts and damping of shock and
vibration. The table below summarises the key issues, the type of tape backing required and respective properties.
In support of our
NVH and
BSR assortment we can supply a special tesa
NVH and
BSR Application Toolbox to key partners. This includes samples of our complete assortment in rolls and die-cuts, scissors and ring-cutters and technical data.
For enquiries regarding our
NVH tapes please
contact us.
| Problem description | Solution description | tesa product backing | Properties |
| Buzz, RattleVibration | Noise prevention and sound damping | FeltNon-wovenPURCloth | Conformable, vibration absorbanceAbrasion and vibrations resistance, conformabilityAbrasion resistance, conformability, transparencyAbrasion resistance, conformability |
| Airborne noise | Sealing and damping | ClothFoamFilmicPVC | ConformabilitySealing, air-tightnessAir-tightness, conformabilityAir-tightness, black-out |
| Squeak Abrasion | Reduce friction between adjoining components | Filmic(PET) Cloth | Friction reduction, excellent abrasion resistanceAbrasion resistance, reinforcement |
| Clearance Larger gaps | Bridging larger gaps | FoamFeltNon-wovenPVC | Bridging gaps between 2 to 4.7mm Conformability, bridging gaps between 0.8 to 3.5mmConformability, bridging gaps between 0.2 to 0.8mmBlack-out, outdoor resistance |
| ShockVibration | Impact energy absorbance and cushioning | FoamFeltNon-woven | Impact energy absorbance, vibration isolation and constant compression setConformability, vibration absorbanceAbrasion resistance, conformability, vibration absorbance |
| Water and dust leakage | Sealing and damping | FoamPUR | Outdoor resistance, water and air-tightnessOutdoor resistance, water and air-tightness, scratch resistance |
Further Data
| Product | Backing | Adehsive | Flammability | Characteristics |
| tesa 54206 | UHMW-PE | Acrylic | DNI - Does not Ignite | Low Friction, Self Lubricaating |
| tesa 54338 | PET | Acrylic | DNI - Does not Ignite | Very High abrasion and scratch resistance |
| tesa 54657 | Cloth | Natural Rubber | DNI - Does not Ignite | Very high temp. resistance, conformability |
| tesa 64026 | PET Cloth | Tackified Acrylic | SE - Self extinguishing | High abrasion and temperature resistance |
| tesa 54905/51606 | PET Fleece | Natuaral Rubber | SE - Self extinguishing | Very good noise damping |
| tesa 54508 | PET Fleece | Tackified Acrylic | SE - Self extinguishing | Noise Damping and adhesive power |
| tesa 54236/60236 | Felt | Tackified Acrylic | DNI - Does not Ignite | Grammage: 600g/m2 |
| tesa 54211/60211 | Felt | Tackified Acrylic | DNI - Does not Ignite | Grammage: 330g/m2 |
| tesa 54901 | PU Foam - Firm | Tackified Acrylic | SE - Self extinguishing | Backing Density: 240 kg/m3 |
| tesa 54903 | PU Foam - Very Firm | Tackified Acrylic | SE - Self extinguishing | Backing Density: 320kg/m3 |