3M
8042
Printable Acetate Tape
A 2.3 mil self-wound (linerless) acetate film coated with #400 high tack acrylic adhesive. This tape is ideally suited for microslitting chart tape applications, as well as a variety of other applications. See 3M data sheet for Chemical Resistance chart
| Backing/Carrier | |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Thickness | 2.3 Mils |
| Tensile | 13.00 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | |
| Adhesive Activation | Pressure |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 22 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | 40° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | -40° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 158° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp |
Product Features
- Excellent adhesion to a variety of surfaces, including papers and films
- Dimensionally stable films and adhesives that resist UV degradation
- Printable with common processes and inks
- Compatible with other 3M printable tapes, including 803 tape
- 180° peel adhesion to ABS = 32 oz./in.
- 180° peel adhesion to glass = 26 oz./in.
- 180° peel adhesion to polypropylene = 18 oz./in.
- Printing - compatible with many flexographic processes and inks
- Dispensing - suitable for dispensing by manual or automatic dispensing systems or by hand
Adhesive Tape Applications
- This overlaminate is ideal for chart tape applications
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Clear
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.