Budnick Converting ®
3M
5900
***Discontinued*** ScotchcalT Luminous Tape
Discontinued A 17.0 mil. multi-layer backing with acrylic adhesive primarily used for safety markings and military applications. Application to complex curved surfaces with 5900 tape should be tested. The acrylic adhesive adheres well to many types of surfaces including aluminum, fiberglass, concrete and painted metals. 5900 tape is not clean removable but is easily cleaned with common, solvent based, cleaning solutions. 5900 meets Federal Railroad Administration requirement per ASTM E162 and E662.
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 | Proprietary |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Thickness | 17 Mils |
| Tensile | 20.00 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | 125.00% |
| Adhesive Activation | Pressure |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 80 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | 40° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | -30° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 200° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp |
Product Features
- Luminous (glow-in-the-dark) multi-layer film backing
- 17.0 mil. light green acrylic adhesive
- 180° peel adhesion to aluminum: 115 oz./in
- 180° peel adhesion to painted surfaces: 20 oz./in.
- No heavy metals or radioactive materials
- Die cuttable for custom shapes offers easy converting to parts
- Bond strength increases as a function of time and temperature
- Excellent chemical and stain resistance
- Luminous film backing glows up to 6 hours and recharges in 3 minutes
- Low maintenance
- Suitable for many plant environments
- Lasts up to 3 years
- Can be disposed of in a landfill or by incineration
- Ease of application increases productivity
Adhesive Tape Applications
- Glow-in-the-dark markings: doors, steps, equipment and exit areas
- Rail transit and marine applications
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Green
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.