Scapa Tapes North America
573
Silicone Splicing Tape/Aerospace Flash Removal
573 is a 2.5 mil, silicone splicing tape/aerospace flash removal. It is primarily used to adhere to silicone-coated papers and films as well as other difficult to adhere to surfaces. It provides excellent quick stick and holding power, and is ideally suited for automatic splicing applications.
| Backing/Carrier | PET - Polyester |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Silicone |
| Thickness | 2.5 Mils |
| Tensile | 25.00 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | 90.00% |
| Adhesive Activation | Pressure |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 31 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | 65° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | -22° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 400° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp | 265° F |
Product Features
- Excellent adhesion to silicone coated substrates
- Wide operating temperature range up to 350° intermittent (400° for short exposures)
- High initial tack insures a good bond
- Conforms to achieve good contact to surfaces being spliced
- High shear resistance for a strong bond
- Color of tape enables prompt splice identification
- Resistant to many chemicals
Adhesive Tape Applications
- Splicing of silicone coated release papers, film, and other substrates
- General purpose bonding
- High temperature masking
- Chemically resistant masking
- Flash removal on composite and metal parts for the aerospace industry
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Blue
- Clear
- Green
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.