3M Specialty tape

Vinyl (471) 

Application/Feature

‧Conformability – multiple function, surface protection, masking.

‧Color Identification –provides long-lasting floor and safety marking 

‧Abrasion Resistance –resists scrapes. Used for aisles, lanes. 

‧Application Markets – Mark hazards and aisles

Polyester Tape (851, 8992)

Application/Feature

‧Thin– thin caliper but with high tensile strength. 

‧High Tensile strength –The backing of polyester is ideal high tensile strength 

‧Long Term Aging –the acrylic adhesive exists the characteristic of long term aging. 

‧Temperature Resistance –-50~250°c range.

‧Application Markets – Printed circuit board, blocks gold fingers

Slick-Surface Tape(3M 5490,3M 5421,3M 5423)

Application/Feature

PTFE Film Tape (#5490)

‧Low Coefficient of friction– slippery, self-lubricating surface. Abrasion Resistance

‧Anti-stick/release Properties –to facilitate clean-up of hot plastic and prevent build-up

‧Chemical Resistance –harsh conditions

‧Conforms to Rollers–easy application and effective service.

UHMW-PE (Ultra High Molecular Weight)-PE Tape (#5421 & #5423)

‧Abrasion resistance 

‧Low Coefficient of friction– slippery, self-lubricating surface. Abrasion Resistance 

‧Anti-stick/release Properties –to facilitate clean-up of hot plastic and prevent build-up

‧Application Markets – Automotive, Marine, Construction, Equipments.

Glass Cloth Tape/ Aluminum Foil Tape (363)

Application/Feature

‧High temperature-  -54~300°c

‧Heat reflective

‧Protective wrap for certain cables and other components

‧Light, flexible construction-easily applied to a variety of irregular shapes.

‧Conformability

‧Application Markets –Aerospace, industrial applications

Glass Cloth Tape (361)

Application/Feature

‧High Temperature Resistance-  -54~232°c

‧High tensile strength- splice fabric and other textured surfaces

‧Abrasion Resistance

‧Flame Resistance- to pass FAA flame resistance regulations

‧Application Markets- Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Marine.

Damping Foil (2552)

Application/Feature

‧Reduce structure borne noise in metal and composite panels and support structures.

‧Reduce vibration fatigue to decrease wear and tear on parts and lower the risk of part 

  Loosening and displacement.

‧Eliminate stiffeners in some designs.

‧Effectively damp with as little as 10% surface coverage.

‧Converts vibration energy to negligible heat that readily dissipates.

‧Die-cut with easy release liner in place

‧Temperature range at  0~60°c

‧Application Markets- Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Appliance, MRO.t

High Temperature Resistance Tape (5413,5419,7413T, 7419)

Application/Feature

‧PCB solder masking 

‧Operating temperature range at  -73~260°c

‧Not soften at elevated temperature

‧Flame retardant, chemical resistance

‧Resists shrinking, curling, and edge lifting but removes without adhesive residue

‧Application Markets- masking in e-coating, electroplating , anodizing

Duct Tapes (#6969)

Application/Feature

‧Bundling to moisture proofing

‧      Hand tearable

‧High tensile strength

‧Strong waterproof resistance

‧Application Markets- Wrapping, patching, reinforcing, temporary repair,protecting 

Protective Film (#331TB-N, 7070UV), Protective tape (346)

Application/Feature

‧Abrasion-resistant

‧No or less adhesive residue after removal

‧Prevent silicone transfer issue

‧Application Markets- protection of PCB, Vehicles, frame, equipment surface