3M specialty tape solutions brochure User Manual
Variety of other 3M
™
Tapes for process and design solutions
3M
™
Glass Cloth Tapes
• Typical applications: thermal
spray masking; splicing fabric
and other textured surfaces;
aircraft cargo hold seaming
and sealing
and other textured surfaces;
aircraft cargo hold seaming
and sealing
• Tensile strength up to
190 lbs./in. and 7x higher than
typical polyester tapes
typical polyester tapes
• Temperature resistance up to
more than 400°F (204°C) for
one hour – even higher for
intermittent exposures
one hour – even higher for
intermittent exposures
• Passes FAA flame resistance
regulations
3M
™
Riveting Tapes
• Hold rivets during bucking
without trapping
• Choice of 1.0 mil polyester
with rubber adhesive, or
2 mil polyethylene with
acrylic adhesive
2 mil polyethylene with
acrylic adhesive
3M
™
Venting Tapes
• Acrylic adhesive and non-
woven, air-permeable backing
holds foam-in place insulation
inside doors and appliances
holds foam-in place insulation
inside doors and appliances
3M
™
Lithographer’s Tape
• Ruby red transparent UPVC
backing is visually translucent,
yet photographically opaque
for lithographic stripping
yet photographically opaque
for lithographic stripping
• Rubber adhesive is long aging
and transfer-resistant
3M
™
Specialty Tapes
• Unique backings and adhesives
for a wide range of applications
and characteristics such as the
following and more:
and characteristics such as the
following and more:
- Silicone butt splicing
- Tedlar
®
Film backing for
weather resistance
- Silicone rubber backing for
high friction rollers
- Adhesive-less PTFE tape
for pipe thread sealing
Example: 3M
™
Riveting Tape 685
with tack-free window holds rivets
during bucking without trapping
during bucking without trapping
KEY MARKETS • General industrial •
Graphic arts • Electronics • Metal
finishing • Aerospace • Automotive
Graphic arts • Electronics • Metal
finishing • Aerospace • Automotive
Typical Applications
Wide variety from glass cloth tape for fabric splicing to adhesive-less
PTFE tape for pipe thread sealing. See specific tapes at right for typical
applications and characteristics.
PTFE tape for pipe thread sealing. See specific tapes at right for typical
applications and characteristics.
PRODUCT USE: All statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are based upon tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable.
However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application, including the conditions under which the product is used
and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to perform. Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that
the user evaluate the 3M product to determine whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s method of application.
However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application, including the conditions under which the product is used
and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to perform. Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that
the user evaluate the 3M product to determine whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s method of application.
WARRANTY AND LIMITED REMEDY: The 3M product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of manufacture. 3M MAKES NO
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for determining whether the 3M product is fit for a
particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective within the warranty period, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation will be, at
3M’s option, to repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price.
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for determining whether the 3M product is fit for a
particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective within the warranty period, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation will be, at
3M’s option, to repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Except where prohibited by law, 3M and seller will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct, indirect,
special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
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Industrial Tapes and Adhesives Division
Industrial Tapes and Adhesives Division
Bldg. 21-1W-10
900 Bush Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55106
1-800-362-3550
www.3M.com/adhesives
900 Bush Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55106
1-800-362-3550
www.3M.com/adhesives
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