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3M™ VHB™ Tape 4955

80 Mil Firm White Acrylic Foam Tape

3M™ VHB™ Tape 4955 is an 80 mil high performancehigh bond foam acrylic adhesive tape that has excellent long-term holding power. 4955 has a general purpose adhesive on both sides of a firm type foam. It is typically used on glass, metal and high surface energy plastic substrates. In many instances it can replace rivets, spot welds, liquid adhesives and other permanent fasteners.The peel adhesion and tensile holding power is significantly higher than typical pressure sensitive tapes. It is ideal for use in many interior and exterior industrial applications.

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Backing/Carrier Acrylic Foam
Adhesive Acrylic
Thickness 80 Mils
Tensile 95.00 lbs/in
Elongation
Adhesion (liner) 320 oz/in
Adhesion (unwind) 320 oz/in
Min. Application Temp 50° F
Min. Service Temp -40° F
Max Short-Term Temp 300° F
Max Long-Term Temp 400° F

Product Features

  • White closed-cell acrylic foam carrier
  • Static Shear measured at 72°F 1/2 sq. in. loadings on stainless steel will hold 1,500 grams over 10,000 minutes per ASTM D-3654
  • Dynamic shear to stainless steel ASTM D-1002: 70lb/sq. in
  • Density: 45#/ft cubed
  • High tensile strength
  • High shear and peel adhesion
  • Resistant to solvents
  • Resistant to moisture
  • Low outgassing
  • UV Resistant
  • UL Recognition

Adhesive Tape Applications

  • Bonds aluminum skin to steel support in trucks, vans & ambulances
  • Mounts architectural signs to frames
  • Can replace rivets, spot welds, liquid adhesives,permanent fasteners
  • Ability to be used as film liners
  • Bonding a variety of substrates, including most metals, glass and high surface energy plastics
  • Attach stiffener in air conditioners, office furniture, and telecommunications equipment

Adhesive Tape Colors

  • White

Data provided by Budnick Converting, Inc.

The physical properties listed are typical values and are not to be considered as specifications. Our suggestions for use are based on tests we believe to be reliable. However, the purchaser must carry out their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their internal use. Information is given in good faith, but without warranty.

It is essential, as with all pressure-sensitive tapes, that the surface to which the tape is applied be clean, dry and free of grease and oil.

Shelf life from date of manufacture is based on the product being stored at 70°F(21°C) / 50% relative humidity out of direct sunlight.

Specification compliance is dynamic and should only be used as a general guide. Always confirm that the tape you are interested in currently complies with all specification requirements. Please verify that the product number that you select is available in the proper size and color to meet your specification.

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