What a grip does, and why it is not the opposite of a magnetic mount
A grip is a low-profile disc or folding handle with an adhesive back. It does two jobs: it gives the hand something to hold, and it provides a magnetic face for a car or desk mount. In the second job it is not competing with a magnetic holder — it is the same system. The magnetic holder is fixed to the phone or the case with an adhesive face; the magnet then holds the phone to the mount. On the CX-5, the adhesive back is what attaches to the phone, and the magnetic face is what the mount grips. Take the adhesive away and the magnet has nothing to hold. That is the first thing to get right in a quotation: an adhesive grip and a magnetic holder are not two alternatives on a shelf. They are two halves of the same mounting chain, and the adhesive is the half that decides the life of the product.
The surface is the specification
Adhesive does not bond to "a phone". It bonds to a specific surface with a specific surface energy, a specific texture and a specific cleanliness. Four surface families cover most of the market, and each one behaves differently.
| Surface | How it bonds | What to specify |
|---|---|---|
| Glass back of a phone | High surface energy; bonds well when clean and dry | IPA wipe, full contact pressure, dwell before use |
| PC or hard plastic case | Bonds well; some matte or anti-fingerprint coatings reduce adhesion | Test the exact case, not a generic hard case |
| TPU or silicone case | Low surface energy and flexible; peel starts at the edge | Sample test on the real case; silicone often needs a plate or a different tape |
| Leather, PU or textured surfaces | Texture reduces contact area; oils migrate to the bond line | Larger pad, longer dwell, surface cleaned and dried |
| Frosted or textured glass | Micro-texture prevents full wet-out | Higher pressure, longer dwell, test before production |
The four t_grip models
The t_grip line is built on existing tooling, so a first order can carry your logo, colour and retail packaging from 50 pcs per model. The four models are not four price points of the same thing; they are four different answers to "what does the buyer want the holder to be".
| Model | Form | Best for | OEM notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| UV Dual | Dual magnet, folding body | Buyers who want grip and kickstand in one part | 50 pcs, logo and packaging |
| PC Clear | Polycarbonate, transparent | A holder that disappears against the phone | Custom logo, 50 pcs |
| Velvet 2.0 | Metal body | A range that needs a hardware feel | Neutral finish, 50 pcs |
| Dual Magnet | Dual magnet, 360° rotation | Thick cases and car use | 50 pcs, logo and packaging |
Installation: five minutes that decide two years
The adhesive is pressure-sensitive, which means it needs contact, pressure and time — not just contact. The sequence below is what we recommend to buyers who install the product themselves or train a retail customer to do it.
- Clean the surface with isopropyl alcohol and let it dry completely. Do not use a household cleaner that leaves oil or silicone behind.
- Test-fit the grip before removing the liner, and mark the position. Every extra lift and re-press costs adhesion.
- Remove the liner without touching the adhesive with your fingers. Skin oil on the adhesive is a permanent defect.
- Press from the centre outwards for 30-60 seconds, with enough force to wet out the tape across the whole pad.
- Wait before loading the product. Pressure-sensitive adhesive builds strength over hours; follow the tape datasheet for the exact dwell time, and do not hang the phone on a mount straight away.
- Do not install on a hot phone or in direct sun. A warm surface makes the adhesive soft and the bond weaker.
Heat, cars and the dashboard
A closed car in summer is the hardest environment this product will see. Heat softens the adhesive, lowers its shear strength and lets a heavy phone creep. Three rules follow: ask for the tape's temperature range before the order; keep the installation out of direct sun; and do not leave the phone hanging on a dashboard mount for hours in summer. If the product is sold for car use, test the complete stack — case, adhesive, grip, magnet, mount — at the high end of the market's cabin temperature, not just the tape on a steel plate.
Removal, residue and re-use
Remove with heat and a thin filament: warm the pad, slide dental floss or fishing line under it, and peel parallel to the surface instead of pulling up. Residue comes off with isopropyl alcohol. Do not pry with a metal tool, and do not re-use the old pad — new tape is the only reliable re-install. On some coated cases the coating can lift with the tape, so test on a hidden area first.
OEM terms and what to send
The commercial terms are simple, and they are the same across the 21 models already on tooling. What decides the quotation is not the price list but the specification you send.
| Item | What we need from you |
|---|---|
| Model | Model code, or a photo of the shape you want to match |
| Quantity | Pcs per model, and whether the order is one model or several |
| Surface | Photo of the case, material, and whether it has a coating |
| Logo | Vector file plus a one-colour version |
| Packaging | Bag, plain box, or printed box with your artwork |
| Market | Destination country and the climate the product will be used in |
| Date | The date you need the goods, not the date you plan to order |
Need a price for your own model?
Send us your drawing or a reference photo. You will get unit price, sampling time and shipping cost within one working day.
Frequently asked questions
Does a magnetic mount still need an adhesive pad?
Yes. The magnet holds the phone to the mount; the adhesive holds the holder to the phone or the case. The CX-5 and OX-3 both attach with an adhesive face, and the magnet only does the second half of the job.
Will it stick to a silicone case?
Usually not reliably. Silicone has low surface energy and flexes, so peel starts at the edge. Test the exact case; if it is silicone, use a hard case or add a plate.
Can I remove it without damaging the case?
Yes, with heat and floss, peeling parallel to the surface. Some coatings can lift with the tape, so test on a hidden area. Residue cleans with isopropyl alcohol.
How soon can the phone go on a car mount after installation?
Follow the tape datasheet; full bond builds over hours. Do not load it immediately, and do not install on a hot surface.
What is the minimum order and the lead time?
50 pcs per model, samples in 7-10 working days, production in 7-12 days, packing and final inspection in 3-5 days, FOB Shenzhen.
Which model should I choose for a transparent case?
PC Clear. It is polycarbonate, so it stays clear and can carry a custom logo.
Models mentioned in this guide