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June, 2013

3M™ Polyester Tape 853

Product Description

3M™ Polyester Tape 853 is comprised of strong, thin polyester backing

with high shear, solvent resistant acrylic adhesive. These qualities make this

tape ideal for applications where solvent exposure is a concern. It produces

a reliable bond to a wide variety of substrates. The overall thinness this tape

makes it ideal for splicing.

Product Features

• Can be quali ed to meet Federal Spec. L-T-100 Type I.

• Meets ammability requirements of FAR 25.853(a) Appendix F Part I (a)(1)

(ii).

• Polyester backing provides strength without thickness.

• Transparent backing allows visibility of information protected by the tape.

• Acrylic adhesive is resistant to many solvents including jet engine fuel,

hydraulic uid, and lubricating oils.

• Tape has excellent shear holding.

• Versatile adhesive sticks to a wide variety of substrates.

• Low moisture vapor transmission rate.