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3M 4718
Single Coated Vinyl Foam Tape

General Information
A 125.0 mil. vinyl foam tape featuring A-30 acrylic adhesive on a thick silicone liner used for many sealing applications. 4718 is a flexible black, medium-density closed-cell foam tape with a pressure-sensitive adhesive on one side. The adhesive is protected by a the liner which allows for die-cutting without having to laminate another liner to the foam. 4718 belongs to the 4700 sereis which is a durable and flexible closed-cell vinyls tape family. 4700 sereis helps seal out dust, light and moisutre when placed under 30% compression. This vinyl tape offers excellent aging characteristics and will remain flexible when exposed to elevated temperatures and UV light. 4718 adheres to a variety of substrates, including latex painted wood, lacquered wood, enameled steel, glass, aluminum, stainless steel, acrylic, ABS and PVC (non-plasticized). The adhesion is typically satisfactory within 20 minutes and continues to build with additional time. The solvent/ fuel resistance test consists of visual obeservation of the bonded to steel panels and immersed totally in solvent/ fuel for 24 hours.
Backing Adhesive
(unwind)
Thickness
(total)
Liner Type
(outer)
PVC - Polyvinylchloride Acrylic 125.00 mil Paper (4.0 mil. silicone treated)

Adhesion to Steel
180° Peel
Adhesive Activation Tensile Strength Elongation Percent
  Pressure 95.00 lbs/in 200.00%

Min Application
Temp
Min Service
Temp
Max Short-Term
Temp
Max Long-Term
Temp
50 °F 0 °F 250 °F 150 °F
Adhesive Tape Features
  • A-30 acrylic adhesive
  • 4.0 mil. white paper liner
  • Cold flex at 0°F slowly bent around a 1/4in. diameter mandrel: no cracks
  • Not resistant to acetone or MEK
  • Die-cutting without laminating more liners to the foam
  • Durable and flexible
  • Excellent aging characteristics
  • Flexibale after elevated temperatures and UV exposure
  • Adheres to many surfaces
Adhesive Tape Applications
  • Dust and moisture seal for appliances, computers, copiers, along with electronics and transportation equipment
Adhesive Tape Markets Served
Adhesive Tape Colors
  • Black

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Converting Options
Converting Services
Budnick Converting offers a number of services to take the product you need and make it perfect for your application.  With converting methods ranging from precision slitting or die-cutting to printing and coating, Budnick has the capabilities to create anything you can dream up. 
Services
Precision Cutting

Die-Cutting

Slitting

Printing

Adhesive Coating

Finishing and Spooling

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.