Budnick Converting ®
Ideal Tape Co. Inc.
489
Aluminum Foil Tape
489 is a self-wound 3 mil aluminum foil tape with an acrylic adhesive. It is used as a water proofing vapor barrier and air leakage protection. It has excellent protection for masking operations in electroplating. The aggressive adhesive provides high tack performance with excellent cohesive strength. See 489L for linered version.Also available with various liner options e.g. 489L, 489D, and 489N.
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 | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Thickness | 4.8 Mils |
| Tensile | 29.00 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | 5.00% |
| Adhesive Activation | Pressure |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 75 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | -20° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | -20° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 250° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp |
Product Features
- The aggressive adhesive provides high tack performance with excellent cohesive strength.
- No residue upon removal
- Conforms to irregular surfaces
- Clean, straight edges
- Meets federal Specifications for LT-80-B and Military Specification MIL-T-23397 B.
- High reflectivity assures effective heat light interference and electrical isolation shielding
- Excellent protection for masking operations in electroplating and painting.
- The "dead soft" foil backing is highly conformable
- Boeing Approved - BAC 5034-4
- Hand tearable
Adhesive Tape Applications
- Water proofing vapor barrier
- Air leakage protection
- Painting & Stripping
- Electronical & Electronic
- Moisture barrier
- Sound damping
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Silver
Comparable Products
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.