3M bond window glass to vinyl, alum., fiberglass, wood sash User Manual
Application Profile
PRODUCT
3M
TM
Double Coated Polyethylene
Foam Tape 4496
Key Application Requirements
High initial adhesion; easy to apply; remains stable over temperature range:
(-40° to 200°F/-40° to 93° C); resistant to UV radiation; aesthetically pleasing.
(-40° to 200°F/-40° to 93° C); resistant to UV radiation; aesthetically pleasing.
Product or Process Replaced
A labor-intensive silicone sealant had been used in this application.
Benefits/Advantages To Customer
Easy to use, quick to apply: This tape is applied to the cleaned surface of the
frame and pressurized. The liner is removed and the glass assembly is pressed
into place.
frame and pressurized. The liner is removed and the glass assembly is pressed
into place.
Meets industry requirements: 3M Double Coated Polyethylene Foam tape
4496 is listed by the American Architectural Manufacturer’s Association. The
tape exceeds all A.A.M.A. #810.1-92 voluntary specifications for “Expanded
Cellular Glazing Tapes” tests.
4496 is listed by the American Architectural Manufacturer’s Association. The
tape exceeds all A.A.M.A. #810.1-92 voluntary specifications for “Expanded
Cellular Glazing Tapes” tests.
Long-lasting: The closed-cell construction of the tape and the high-strength
acrylic adhesive provide an extended, functional life in the glazing application.
acrylic adhesive provide an extended, functional life in the glazing application.
Resists environmental conditions: The tape withstands the changing
temperatures and sunlight of the window environment.
temperatures and sunlight of the window environment.
Market: Construction
Application Description: Bonding window glass to vinyl, aluminum,
fiberglass or wood sash of window frame.
Application Description: Bonding window glass to vinyl, aluminum,
fiberglass or wood sash of window frame.
3M Industrial Business
3M
TM
Double Coated Polyethylene
Foam Tape 4496