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3M™ Thin Bonding Tapes
Thin bonding lets your design shine without bulky fasteners by using a virtually invisible industrial-strength bond to attach materials. Using a tape rather than a liquid adhesive allows you to customize the tape to the precise shape you need for the final design, as well as giving you production flexibility by leaving the liner in place until the second substrate is ready. Double coated or adhesive transfer tapes provide shear strength, conformability and high initial adhesion and have industrial applications in electronics, auto interiors, signage and graphics, sporting equipment and much more.
Thin bonding enables the attachment of different substrates or composites using a strong but very thin tape or adhesive film to keep the overall profile as thin as possible. Specific benefits of 3M™ Double Sided Tapes and Transfer Tapes include:
- Low profile in the finished product
- Prefabrication of the tape is possible
- Lightweight solution compared to mechanical fasteners
- Designed for manual or automated applications
- No curing time needed
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Economical Solution
Ideal general purpose industrial thin bond tape for a wide range of applications and substrates such as:
Stainless Steel, HDPE, ABS, Acrylic PP, Polycarbonate, Aluminium and Glass
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Metals and Easy-to-Stick Surfaces
For Metal and High Surface Energy Substrates such as:
Aluminium, Powder-coated metals: Copper, Stainless steel and Zinc; Plastics and Composites, Carbon Fibre, Ceramic, Acrylic, Fibreglass, Polycarbonate, Polyester, Polyimide, Polystyrene and Rigid Vinyl
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Plastics and Hard-to-Stick Surfaces
Designed specifically to bond low surface energy substrates securely and reliably with high initial tack and high shear strength such as:
ABS Plastic, Nylon Coated Aluminium, Coated Paper, EPDM Rubber, Foam, Graphite, Metal Mesh, Painted Surfaces, PET Film, Coated Polycarbonate, Polypropylene, Powder-Coated Surfaces, Printed Metal, Rubber Polyurethane, SIS Rubber and Wood
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High Temperatures and Harsh Environments
Delivers in high temperatures and other challenging environments. Short-term temperature tolerance up to 260 °C, with an operating temperature tolerance of up to 150 °C. Durable adhesive is chemical, UV and solvent resistant.
Choose your Double-Sided Tape or Adhesive Transfer Tape based on your requirements.
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Economical Solution
3M™ GPT-020F Double Coated Tape is the ideal general purpose industrial thin bond tape for a wide range of applications.
Key features:
- Solventless adhesive technology
- High initial tack
- High thermal and humidity resistance
- High peel performance on a wide range of surfaces
- Superior high-temperature shear performance
- Adhesion to a wide variety of substrates ranging from metals to some plastics
Application examples:
- POP/POS displays
- Light boxes
- Indoor/outdoor signs
- Paper bonding and packaging
- Metal fabrication
- Splicing and bonding
- Sports equipment
- Home decoration
- Trim attachment for appliances
3M™ GPT-020F Double Coated Tape is the ideal general purpose industrial thin bond tape for a wide range of applications.
Key features:
- Solventless adhesive technology
- High initial tack
- High thermal and humidity resistance
- High peel performance on a wide range of surfaces
- Superior high-temperature shear performance
- Adhesion to a wide variety of substrates ranging from metals to some plastics
Application examples:
- POP/POS displays
- Light boxes
- Indoor/outdoor signs
- Paper bonding and packaging
- Metal fabrication
- Splicing and bonding
- Sports equipment
- Home decoration
- Trim attachment for appliances
3M™ GPT-020F Double Coated Tape is the ideal general purpose industrial thin bond tape for a wide range of applications.
Key features:
- Solventless adhesive technology
- High initial tack
- High thermal and humidity resistance
- High peel performance on a wide range of surfaces
- Superior high-temperature shear performance
- Adhesion to a wide variety of substrates ranging from metals to some plastics
Application examples:
- POP/POS displays
- Light boxes
- Indoor/outdoor signs
- Paper bonding and packaging
- Metal fabrication
- Splicing and bonding
- Sports equipment
- Home decoration
- Trim attachment for appliances
GPT-020: Thickness (mm) 0.200, Carrier Material PP film, Colour Transparent, Liner Type Polycoated kraft, Weather resistance +++, Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 190 °C Product details
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For: Metals and Easy-to-Stick Surfaces
3M™ Acrylic Adhesive 200MP for Metal and High Surface Energy Substrates.
Key features:
- High shear strength
- Very good chemical and temperature resistance
- High transparency and UV light resistance
- Lay-flat liner for excellent moisture stability
Application examples:
- Multi-layer membrane keyboards
- Self-adhesive finishing of logos and signs
- Bonding of front covers and panels
- Self-adhesive trims
3M™ Acrylic Adhesive 200MP for Metal and High Surface Energy Substrates.
Key features:
- High shear strength
- Very good chemical and temperature resistance
- High transparency and UV light resistance
- Lay-flat liner for excellent moisture stability
Application examples:
- Multi-layer membrane keyboards
- Self-adhesive finishing of logos and signs
- Bonding of front covers and panels
- Self-adhesive trims
3M™ Acrylic Adhesive 200MP for Metal and High Surface Energy Substrates.
Key features:
- High shear strength
- Very good chemical and temperature resistance
- High transparency and UV light resistance
- Lay-flat liner for excellent moisture stability
Application examples:
- Multi-layer membrane keyboards
- Self-adhesive finishing of logos and signs
- Bonding of front covers and panels
- Self-adhesive trims
467MP Thickness (mm) 0.058 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 200 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 969 – Product details
467MPF Thickness (mm) 0.058 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type PET film Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 200 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 969 – Product details
7952MP Thickness (mm) 0.058 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 200 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 969 – Product details
468MP Thickness (mm) 0.132 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 200 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 969 –Product details
7955MP Thickness (mm) 0.132 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 200 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 969 – Product details
7956MP Thickness (mm) 0.167 Carrier Material PET film Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance +++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 150 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 696 – Product details
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For: Plastics and Hard-to-Stick Surfaces
3M™ High-Strength Acrylic Adhesive 300LSE is designed specifically to bond low surface energy substrates securely and reliably with high initial tack and high shear strength.
Key features:
- High initial bond strength to low surface energy substrates
- High shear strength to low surface energy substrates
- Good anti-lifting properties on flat and curved surfaces
- Double coated tape is easy to die-cut, handle and apply
- No need for primer
Application examples
- Self-adhesive finishing of signs, labels and front panels printed from the back
- Bonding of polycarbonate signs printed from the back on powder coatings
3M™ High-Strength Acrylic Adhesive 300LSE is designed specifically to bond low surface energy substrates securely and reliably with high initial tack and high shear strength.
Key features:
- High initial bond strength to low surface energy substrates
- High shear strength to low surface energy substrates
- Good anti-lifting properties on flat and curved surfaces
- Double coated tape is easy to die-cut, handle and apply
- No need for primer
Application examples
- Self-adhesive finishing of signs, labels and front panels printed from the back
- Bonding of polycarbonate signs printed from the back on powder coatings
3M™ High-Strength Acrylic Adhesive 300LSE is designed specifically to bond low surface energy substrates securely and reliably with high initial tack and high shear strength.
Key features:
- High initial bond strength to low surface energy substrates
- High shear strength to low surface energy substrates
- Good anti-lifting properties on flat and curved surfaces
- Double coated tape is easy to die-cut, handle and apply
- No need for primer
Application examples
- Self-adhesive finishing of signs, labels and front panels printed from the back
- Bonding of polycarbonate signs printed from the back on powder coatings
9471LE Thickness (mm) 0.058 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 150 °C Spec UL 746C, UL 696 – Product details
9472LE Thickness (mm) 0.132 Carrier Material - Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance ++ Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 150 °C Spec UL 696 – Product details
93015LE Thickness (mm): 0.150, Carrier: PET film, Colour: Transparent, Liner Type: Polycoated kraft, Temperature Resistance (max 1h): 150°C, Spec: UL 746C - Product details
93020LE Thickness (mm): 0.200, Carrier: PET film, Colour: Transparent, Liner Type: Polycoated kraft, Temperature Resistance (max 1h): 150°C, Spec: UL 746C - Product details
9495LE Thickness (mm): 0.170, Carrier: PET film, Colour: White, Liner Type: Polycoated kraft, Temperature Resistance (max 1h): 150°C, Spec: UL 696 - Product details
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For: High Temperatures and Harsh Environments
3M™ Acrylic Adhesive 100MP delivers in high temperatures and other challenging environments.
Key features:
- Designed for use with medium and high surface energy materials like metals, polyimides and polycarbonate
- Performs when exposed to high heat, cold and cyclic conditions
- Short-term temperature tolerance up to 260 °C, with an operating temperature tolerance of up to 150 °C
- Durable adhesive is chemical, UV and solvent resistant
Application examples:
- Self-adhesive finishing of various types of signs
- Bonding of noise-damping shims (brake discs)
- PCB bonding
- Suitable for the aerospace and automotive industry
3M™ Acrylic Adhesive 100MP delivers in high temperatures and other challenging environments.
Key features:
- Designed for use with medium and high surface energy materials like metals, polyimides and polycarbonate
- Performs when exposed to high heat, cold and cyclic conditions
- Short-term temperature tolerance up to 260 °C, with an operating temperature tolerance of up to 150 °C
- Durable adhesive is chemical, UV and solvent resistant
Application examples:
- Self-adhesive finishing of various types of signs
- Bonding of noise-damping shims (brake discs)
- PCB bonding
- Suitable for the aerospace and automotive industry
3M™ Acrylic Adhesive 100MP delivers in high temperatures and other challenging environments.
Key features:
- Designed for use with medium and high surface energy materials like metals, polyimides and polycarbonate
- Performs when exposed to high heat, cold and cyclic conditions
- Short-term temperature tolerance up to 260 °C, with an operating temperature tolerance of up to 150 °C
- Durable adhesive is chemical, UV and solvent resistant
Application examples:
- Self-adhesive finishing of various types of signs
- Bonding of noise-damping shims (brake discs)
- PCB bonding
- Suitable for the aerospace and automotive industry
3M™ VHB™ GPH Tape has a increased initial tack over our existing range. The tapes bond on contact, making it easy to assemble, and can be cut to precise shapes and sizes for custom applications
Colour: Grey
Available in 0.6 mm, 1,10 mm and 1,60 mm thickness
9460PC Thickness (mm) 0.058 Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance xxx Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 260 °C Spec UL 746C
9469PC Thickness (mm) 0.132 Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance xxx Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 260 °C Spec UL 746C
9473PC Thickness (mm) 0.269 Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance xxx Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 260 °C Spec UL 746C
F9460PC Thickness (mm) 0.058 Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance xxx Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 260 °C Spec UL 746C - Product details
F9469PC Thickness (mm) 0.132 Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance xxx Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 260 °C Spec UL 746C - Product details
F9473PC Thickness (mm) 0.269 Colour Transparent Liner Type Polycoated kraft Weather resistance xxx Temperature Resistance, max 1h, 260 °C Spec UL 746C – Product details
FAQ
Find the most frequently asked questions about 3M™ Thin Tapes.
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What is a carrier, and do all tapes have one?
This video explains what a carrier is and whether or not all tapes have one.
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What is the advantage of an adhesive transfer tape?
When choosing a suitable adhesive tape, the adhesive is not the only important consideration. For rough and textured surfaces in particular, the thickness of the adhesive layer can be a decisive factor. Transfer tape is therefore generally a better choice than a double coated tape for highly textured surfaces. Because double coated tape has a carrier between two adhesive layers, the adhesive layers are thinner than those of adhesive transfer tape consisting entirely of adhesive. The convertibility and stability of double coated products is an advantage, however, as the carrier ensures additional stability within the product. This makes it possible to produce more delicate die-cut shapes.
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What is the difference between a double coated tape and an adhesive transfer tape?
Double Coated Tape
- Thickness: 50 – 350 µm
- With carrier
- Less flexibility and conformability than transfer tapes
- Compensates less surface roughness than a transfer tape
- Carrier limits the temperature resistance
- Better handling and stability than transfer tapes
- Easier to die cut
- Easier to apply
- Two different adhesive layers can be combined
- Production of level wound rolls is possible
Adhesive Transfer Tapes
- Thickness: 25 – 270 µm
- Without carrier
- High flexibility and conformability
- Compensates more surface roughness than a double sided tape
- Higher temperature resistance than double sided tapes
- Automatic application is recommended for big surfaces
- Handling and convertibility is more difficult (edge picking) than using a double sided tape
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Where can I use a thin bonding tape?
From climate-controlled offices to harsh outdoor environments, you need thin bonding tapes that offer high-performance versatility that can withstand a wide range of conditions. Whether you’re bonding high surface energy substrates like metals and glass or difficult low surface energy materials like powder-coats and some composites, 3M has a wide variety of durable options for thin bonding.
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Why choose adhesive tape?
- Bond without destroying/damaging the surface of the material
- Thin – for almost invisible bonds
- Even join thickness
- Reduced weight compared with mechanical joining methods (e.g. rivets and screws)
- Possibility of combining two different pressure sensitive adhesives in a single product (e.g. silicone/acrylic adhesive)
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How do I apply thin bonding tapes?
3M™ Adhesive Tapes are used in many sectors of industry on account of their excellent performance. They offer the unique advantage of economical, fast and clean processing compared with other mounting systems – both manual and automated. To ensure that the performance potential of our adhesive tapes is fully utilised, please follow the processing instructions listed below:
Clean/dry:
- Clean the surfaces using suitable cleaning agents i.e 3M™ VHB™ cleaner
- For glass surfaces, use 3M™ Silane Glass Primer
Apply:
- Apply the tape on the surface to be bonded. Pull the tape tight, but do not overstretch
- Avoid air bubbles
- Do not touch the adhesive or adhesive surface
- Optimal application temperature: 15 to 25 °C
Apply pressure:- Press the adhesive tape down firmly or roll over it with a pressure of approx. 2 kg/cm²
Remove the liner:
- Remove the liner in one piece (avoid “stop marks”)
- Do not touch the adhesive surface
Mate, apply pressure:
- Apply the mating part
- Avoid air bubbles
- Apply pressure (approx. 2 kg/cm2)
Wait for final adhesion:
- Wait for the required amount of time
- Final adhesion is achieved after 72 hours at 20 °C
- The process can be accelerated by heat (e.g. final adhesion after one hour at 65 °C)
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What are the advantages of Adhesive transfer tape vs double coated tape?
Property Adhesive transfer tape (without carrier) Double coated tape (with carrier) Flexibility + - Compensation for surface roughness + - Temperature resistance + - Processability and handling - + Different adhesive sides - + Levelwound rolls - +
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