Budnick Converting ®
3M
480
Polyethylene Splicing & Sealing Tape
3M480 is a 5.1 mil. transparent polyethylene backing with a long aging transparent acrylic adhesive used for splicing polyethylene sheeting, as well as many miscellaneous protecting and sealing. Polyethylene backing provides good chemical and solvent resistance. Extremely conformable for wrapping, patching and for used on compound curves. Good abrasion resistance. Remains flexible to -20°F. Prolonged exposure above 170°F and hot caustics may cause softening of backing and weaken bond of adhesive to backing. Best results are attained when applied to a clean, dry surface at temperatures between 60°F to 80°F. To obtain best tape performance, use within 12 months from date of manufacture and store under normal conditions of 60°F to 80°F and 40% to 60% relative humidity in original carton.
Converting Services
- Precision Cutting
- Die Cutting
- Slitting
- Printing
- Laminating and Coating
- Spooling and Finishing
- Consulting & Process Audit
- Prototyping
- Inventory Management
At Budnick, we specialize in custom converting these materials into labor saving, user-friendly parts.
| Backing/Carrier | PE - Polyethylene |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Thickness | 5.1 Mils |
| Tensile | 10.00 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | 277.00% |
| Adhesive Activation | Pressure |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 22 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | 50° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | 20° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 170° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp |
Product Features
- Transparent polyethylene backing is resistant to many solvents
- Very conformable
- Eliminates need to match colors
- Long age life-even at cold temperatures
- Acrylic adhesive is long aging and transparent
- Good protection
- Good seal
- Protects substrates for long periods
- Reduces risk of failure
- Minimizes distortion of substrate
- Good UV resistance
- Allows for visual inspection of covered substrate
Adhesive Tape Applications
- Splicing and patching of polyethylene webs and sheets
- Excellent seal on compound surfaces
- Good candidate for limited outdoor exposure applications such as patching, repairing or protecting
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Clear
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.