3M double sided adhesive tape is very useful tool used across a variety of industries and applications to connect various materials together with a permanent, high strength bond. These materials can include wood, foam, glass, steel, plastic and concrete. Some common and beneficial characteristics of double sided bonding tape include excellent temperature resistance, shear strength surface adhesion and conformability.
Other Features
Some additional features you will see among various 3M double sided adhesive tape products are as follows. They are used for sealing and bonding various types of materials – both materials that are similar and those that are not alike. In addition some tapes can offer sound dampening qualities. Additional beneficial characteristics include durability (age resistance) and UV resistance. Die-cutting is also an option with certain applications.
Industries and Applications
Industries served by 3M double sided tape products include, automotive, medical, electronics and appliance. As well, these products are used for a wide array of applications, including, insulation (against dust, light and noise), sound dampening, splicing of paper and fabric webs, etc., and mounting substrates (hooks, plates, mouldings).
Categories of Double Sided tape
The coatings of these tapes are formed by rubber or synthetic rubber. A number of these tape products are specifically designed for high temperature and high shear strength resistance.
You may find double sided adhesive tapes under the following categories:
Foam Tape
Common subcategories of foam tapes include urethane, polyethylene and vinyl. Resistant to a wide range of temperature conditions and also useful for sound dampening, gas applications and mounting. The structural of the tape consists of closed or open cells that are usually coated with acrylic adhesive on each side.
Cloth or Cotton Tape
These adhesive tape products often have a heavy coating of adhesive which enables easier bonding for dissimilar or inconsistent types of surfaces. Industries served include carpeting (for sealing during installation) and printing (for mounting purposes).
Paper Tape
Mostly used for general purpose applications, these tapes are coated with rubber adhesive on both surfaces. They are useful for bonding irregular surface together and where temporary bonding is required.
When considering 3M double sided adhesive tape, first evaluate the bonding requirements of your application and then don’t hesitate to ask an expert in order to help make the right selection.
