3M™ Scotch® Bi-Directional Filament Tape 8959

Technical Information Note

The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for speci cation purposes.

Typical Physical Properties

Property

Values

Method

Backing Color

Clear

Total Tape Thickness

0.14 mm

5.7 mil

ASTM D3652

Backing

3M™ Scotchpro™ lm

Adhesive

Pressure sensitive synthetic rubber-

resin

Reinforcement

Bi-directional glass yarn

Typical Performance Characteristics

180° Peel Adhesion

Backing

Notes

Substrate

11 N/cm

100 oz/in

2 mil Aluminum Foil

12 in/min (300 mm/min)

72 hr dwell on Stainless Steel

109 N/100mm

Stainless Steel

Property: 180° Peel Adhesion

Method: ASTM D3330

Tensile Strength

260 N/cm

2600 N/100mm

150 lb/in

Property: Tensile Strength

Method: ASTM D3759

Methods

ASTM D3759

Handling/Application Information

Application Techniques

An extensive line of application equipment is available including portable hand-held dispensers and stationary de nite-length dispensers. Application of Scotch®

Filament Tape 8959 is most easily accomplished at room temperature. At colder temperatures, approaching 32°F (0°C), the adhesive becomes rm. Once applied,

Scotch® Tape 8959 performs well throughout the normal temperature ranges typically encountered by packaged products in shipping and storage environments.

Storage and Shelf Life

Store behind present stock. Store in a clean, dry place. Temperature of 40-80°F (4-26°C) and 40-50% relative humidity are recommended. Rotate your stock.

To obtain best performance, use this product within 18 months from date of manufacture