3M VHB Tape provides the convenience and simplicity of a tape fastener and are ideal for use in many interior and exterior structural bonding applications. In many situations, they can replace rivets, spot welds, liquid adhesives and other permanent fasteners. These VHB tapes are made with acrylic foam which is viscoelastic in nature. This gives the foam energy absorbing and stress relaxing properties which provides these tapes with their unique characteristics (see http://www.youtube.com/?v=7OtrDvDvF5I for a video showcasing its properties). The acrylic chemistry provides
outstanding durability performance. The tapes have excellent durability and excellent solvent and moisture resistance.
3M 4952 VHB Tape has a high performance synthetic adhesive which bonds to many lower surface energy substrates, including many plastics and powder coated paints, plus smooth general purpose substrates. Its firm foam provides the highest level of foam strength in the 3M VHB™ tapes family. UL Listing 746C.
* Multiple cases may be shipped per package in order to minimize the charge for shipping.
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3M Scotch 4952 VHB Tape (45 mil / low surface energy) specifications:- Adhesive: low surface energy synthetic How are adhesives different?
- Carrier/Backing: closed-cell acrylic foam (firm)
- Release Liner: white paper (printed)
- Thickness: 48 mils (including liner) 45 mils (without liner) 3 mils (liner) What is a mil?
- Adhesion: 400 ounces per inch (to stainless steel)
- Tensile Strength: 80 pounds per inch (longitudinal)
- Application Temperature: 50°F to 100°F
- Service/Operating Temperature: up to 160°F
- Density: 50 pounds per cubic foot
- Dynamic Overlap Shear: 80 pounds per square inch
- Short Term Temperature Resistance: up to 200°F
- Core: 3" diameter
* specifications are those given by manufacturers and are not tested for accuracy |
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| 1/2 in. x 36 yds. | 4952/0536 | 6 | SINGLE ROLL (< 6 rolls) 1 TO 2 CASES(6 to 17 rolls) 3 TO 4 CASES(18 to 29 rolls) 5+ CASES(>= 30 rolls) | $74.92 $72.43 $71.20 $69.97 | * see individual roll price to left $434.58 $427.20 $419.82 |
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| 3/4 in. x 36 yds. | 4952/07536 | 4 | SINGLE ROLL (< 4 rolls) 1 TO 2 CASES(4 to 11 rolls) 3 TO 4 CASES(12 to 19 rolls) 5+ CASES(>= 20 rolls) | $100.59 $97.46 $95.81 $94.16 | * see individual roll price to left $389.84 $383.24 $376.64 |
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1 in. x 36 yds.
* typically takes approximately 15 extra business days to ship | 4952/136 | 3 | SINGLE ROLL (< 3 rolls) 1 TO 2 CASES(3, 6 rolls) 3 TO 4 CASES(9, 12 rolls) 5+ CASES(15, 18, 21, ... rolls) | * 1 case
minimum required $121.81 $119.75 $117.68 |
$365.43 $359.25 $353.04 |
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** special order sizes are not returnable (and non-cancelable if material has been ordered or cut before the cancellation request was made)
** special order sizes for this item typically ship direct from our supplier so will not ship together with stocked products
** minimum requirements are due to the fact that the product size is non-stock
** if a particular size has a minimum item requirement please only purchase that size in multiples of that minimum, e.g. if the minimum is 12 then purchase as 12, 24, 36, etc.
hot melt rubber (synthetic)
Offers the widest range of application flexibility available. Exhibits excellent processing performance whether manually or automatically applied. Has superior tensile strength, adhesion properties and holding force which ensures consistent, reliable seals. Hot melt adhesive will bond faster to a surface which is referred to as quick-grab or quick-stick. It typically has higher tack (will feel stickier to the touch), but is also softer. It has lower heat resistance, shear resistance, and sometimes UV resistance than an acrylic adhesive. NOTE: it is called hot melt because the adhesive is applied hot by the manufacturer and then hardens as it cools (you do not need to apply heat to the tape yourself).
natural rubber
Properties are similar to that of hot melt rubber, but natural rubber often holds where other adhesives won't (recycled fibers, dust, cold, heat and heavy loads). It provides good overall adhesion and moisture resistance.
acrylic
Offer excellent performance, especially for applications in temperatures less than 40°F and greater then 120°F. It provides excellent clarity, has high shear strength, is usually more permanent/durable even when exposed to moisture, and it ages well over extended periods in fluorescent and sunlight. Since it remains clear for the life of the application and does not yellow over time it is ideal for applications such as sealing white cartons. While it has good initial adhesion it does take 24-48 hours to cure and to achieve its maximum bond strength (has gradual adhesion buildup). Another difference between hot melt rubber and acrylic adhesive is if you fold tape over making the two adhesive sides touch the acrylic adhesive will remain attached to the carrier (e.g. paper, film) while a hot melt adhesive will stick to itself and pull off of the carrier. It is the best choice for clarity, UV resistance and aging characteristics.
silicone
Is great for extreme temperature applications since silicone adhesive can work in continuous operating temperatures from -100°F to 500°F. They also exhibit good chemical resistance, retain electrical properties, and remove cleanly with little or no residue.
zinc oxide
Zinc oxide based adhesive formula is a skin-friendly adhesive which is commonly used on sports medicine tapes.
1 mil = 1/1000 of an inchExamples: 1/16 inch = 62.5 mils; 1/32 inch = 31.25 mils
