3M
685

Riveters Tape

685 is a 1.7 mil zone-coated polyester film tape with a tack-free center "window" for use in holding rivets in place both prior to and during riveting.

Backing/Carrier PET - Polyester
Adhesive Rubber
Thickness 1.7 Mils
Tensile 19.00 lbs/in
Elongation
Adhesive Activation
Adhesion (unwind) 30 oz/in
Min. Application Temp
Min. Service Temp
Max Short-Term Temp
Max Long-Term Temp

Product Features

  • Available as 3/4 in. (19 mm) with 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) adhesive strip on each edge 1 in. (.25 mm) with 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) adhesive strip on each edge
  • Tough polyester film that resists shattering or slivering to help save time and increase output
  • Uncoated center "window" so it does not adhere to rivets in order to eliminate potential of adhesive transfer to rivet heads
  • Rubber adhesive for good immediate adhesion that resists stretching induced by bucking bar that might lead to film entrapment under rivet head for ease of application and to help reduce rework
  • During riveting, helps ensure easy visibility of rivets and no adhesive transfer to rivet heads

Adhesive Tape Applications

  • Holds rivets in place both prior to and during riveting

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.

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.