This tape has nothing to shed and is very stable and is used as the go-to leader tape by the leading archives in the USA (although in larger rolls.).
Open Reel Tape & Accessories Archives - National Audio Company
Tip: We suggest leadering your tapes at both ends with 3-4 feet of leader. When in doubt - always check your owner's manual.
1/4 x 100' Leader Tape
Open Reel Audio Leadering Kit W 1/4 X 500' on 5 Reel + Splice Tape a – US Recording Media, LLC
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Open Reel Audio Leader Tape Solid White 500 Feet Feedpack 1/4 Width : Electronics
Perfectly Compatible: for Revoxsonido opening reel to reel tape with 1/4 10in tape splicing, full track splicing plate with one roll of splicing tape
1/4 10inch Tape Splicing Set with Splicing Tape and Leader Tape, Reel to Reel 1/4 10inch Professional Tape Splicing Block.
Milwaukee Open Reel Tape
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