LX Tape

LX tape is a versatile coloured tape used by theatre technicians, electricians, stage crews, sound engineers and lighting teams. It is commonly used to identify cables and equipment, mark positions, group cable runs, label cases and organise backstage or production areas.

PVC LX tape can also provide electrical insulation when the product is correctly rated and used for a suitable application. It should not be relied on as the sole repair for badly damaged cables, exposed live wiring or permanent electrical connections.

Choose your LX tape based on its intended use, width, colour and material.

Standard 19mm PVC tape is the most versatile option for cable identification, colour coding and general backstage work. Narrower 12mm tape is useful for discreet marking and smaller cables, while wider 50mm tape gives greater coverage and visibility.

For electrical insulation, choose a properly rated PVC tape such as Advance AT7 and check the product specifications for flame retardancy, temperature resistance and suitability for the task. For non-electrical marking and labelling, Paper-Tak provides a PVC-free paper-based alternative.

For stage positioning and compact colour coding, the CRE8 Mini Non-Reflective Gaffer Rainbow Mix includes ten 12mm rolls in assorted colours. This narrow gaffer tape is also commonly known as spike tape and is ideal for marking performer positions, props, set pieces and equipment locations.

Common uses include colour coding sound, lighting and power cables, identifying cable ownership, marking stage positions, grouping cable runs, labelling equipment cases, organising touring stock, temporarily securing lightweight cables and creating visible backstage markers.

LX tape is widely used in theatres, venues, schools, film sets, TV studios, live events, touring productions, workshops and electrical maintenance environments.