Budnick Converting ®
Avery Dennison
FT 2018
Modified Acrylic Transfer Tape
DISCONTINUED SEE 2018X Avery Dennison FT 2018 is an emulsion based modified acrylic transfer tape used for bonding polyurethane foam, polyester fibers, felts and fabrics to a wide variety of substrates. High adhesion to medium and low surface energy materials such as PP, PE, TPO, ABS, PVC, polystyrene and painted metals. Ideal for general purpose foam bonding applications such as gaskets, sound deadening and insulation materials in automotive, building and construction, appliance assembly and general industrial sub-assembly.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Thickness | 5.87 Mils |
| Tensile | |
|---|---|
| Elongation | |
| Adhesive Activation | |
| Adhesion (unwind) |
| Min. Application Temp | 50° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | -40° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 302° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp | 284° F |
Product Features
- Consistent application performance
- APEO free adhesive
- Emulsion engineered adhesive
- Controlled adhesive thickness
- Easy release glassine liner
- High initial tack
- Broad range of service temperatures
- Excellent resistance to solvents, chemicals, plasticizers,
- Good conformability to flat or curved surfaces
- Immediate initial adhesion for part placement
- Allows for water jet and die cutting
- Environmentally responsible adhesive
Markets Served
- Automotive
- Industrial
- Construction
- Appliance
Adhesive Tape Applications
- General purpose bonding
- Sound deadening
- Insulation materials
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Brown
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.