3M Scotch 230 Drafting Tape is designed for temporary layup needs, such as holding drawings, tracings, or other papers to blueprints or drawing boards. The tape is conformable and has low tack so it removes easily and cleanly without damaging work. Engineers and architects sometimes refer to this tape as "the second most useful tape in the world" since like duct tape it is very versatile and has many uses. Other uses include labeling and hanging lightweight drawings and posters. If standard masking tape is tearing your work upon removal then this is the tape to look at.
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3M Scotch 230 Drafting Tape Specifications- Adhesive: rubber How are adhesives different?
- Carrier/Backing: smooth crepe paper
- Thickness: 6 mils (carrier, adhesive) What is a mil?
- Adhesion: 20 ounces per inch (to stainless steel)
- Tensile Strength: 20 pounds per inch (longitudinal)
- Elongation: 8%
- Core: 3" diameter
* specifications are those given by manufacturers and are not tested for accuracy |
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| 1/2 in. x 60 yds. | 230/0560 | 48 | SINGLE ROLL (1 to 48 rolls) 1 TO 2 CASES(48 to 143 rolls) 3 TO 4 CASES(144 to 239 rolls) 5+ CASES(>= 240 rolls) | $4.13 $3.09 $3.01 $2.83 | * see individual roll price to left $148.32 $144.48 $135.84 |
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| 3/4 in. x 60 yds. | 230/07560 | 48 | SINGLE ROLL (1 to 48 rolls) 1 TO 2 CASES(48 to 143 rolls) 3 TO 4 CASES(144 to 239 rolls) 5+ CASES(>= 240 rolls) | $6.07 $4.89 $4.77 $4.39 | * see individual roll price to left $234.72 $228.96 $210.72 |
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| 1 in. x 60 yds. | 230/160 | 32 | SINGLE ROLL (1 to 32 rolls) 1 TO 2 CASES(32 to 95 rolls) 3 TO 4 CASES(96 to 159 rolls) 5+ CASES(>= 160 rolls) | $7.45 $6.09 $5.94 $5.50 | * see individual roll price to left $194.88 $190.08 $176.00 |
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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
