F9460PC • F9469PC • F9473PC

Application Techniques

Bond strength is dependent upon the amount of adhesive-to-surface contact developed.

Firm application pressure helps develop better adhesive contact and improve bond strength.

To obtain optimum adhesion, the bonding surfaces must be clean, dry, and well unified.

Some typical surface cleaning solvents are isopropyl alcohol/water mixture or heptane.*

Ideal tape application temperature range is 70°F to 100°F (21°C to 38°C). Initial tape

application to surfaces at temperatures below 50°F (10°C) is not recommended because

the adhesive becomes too firm to adhere readily. However, once properly applied, low

temperature holding is generally satisfactory.

*Note: Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use when

using solvents.

Available Roll Lengths (subject to minimum order requirements):

Standard

60 yd. (55 m)

Maximum in:

1/4 in. to 3/8 in. wide

60 yd. (55 m)

3/8 in. to 1 in. wide

240 yd. (220 m)

1 in. up to 3 in.

360 yd. (330 m)

3 in. and wider

360 yd. (330 m)

Normal Slitting Tolerance

± 1/32 in. (0.8 mm)

Available Sizes

- 4 -

Storage

Store in original cartons at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity.

Shelf Life

If stored under proper conditions, products retain their performance and properties for

24 months from date of manufacture. If the products have been exposed to severe weather

conditions, we suggest to precondition the products at the above storage conditions for at

least 24 hours before using them.

All statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are based upon

tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable. However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect

the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application, including the conditions under

which the product is used and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to

perform. Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that the

user evaluate the 3M product to determine whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the

user’s method of application.

Product Use

Printed in U.S.A.

©3M 2005

70-0711-1387-5

(4/05)

Recycled Paper

40% pre-consumer

10% post-consumer

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Industrial Business

Converter Markets

Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division

3M Center, Building 21-1W-10, 900 Bush Avenue

St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

800-223-7427 • 651-778-4244 (fax)

www.3M.com/converter

3M warrants for 24 months from the date of manufacture that 3M™ VHB™ Tape will be free of defects

in material and manufacture. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This limited warranty does not cover damage resulting from the use or

inability to use 3M™ VHB™ Tape due to misuse, workmanship in application, or application or storage not

in accordance with 3M recommended procedures.

Limited Warranty

If the 3M™ VHB™ Tape is proved to be defective within the warranty period stated above. THE EXCLUSIVE

REMEDY, AT 3M’S OPTION, SHALL BE TO REFUND THE PURCHASE PRICE OF OR TO REPAIR OR

REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE 3M™ VHB™ TAPE. 3M shall not otherwise be liable for loss or damages,

whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted,

including negligence, warranty, or strict liability.

Limitation of

Remedies and

Liability

This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001: 2000 standards.

ISO 9001: 2000