518, Impact Stripping Tape, 3M, adhesive tape datasheet

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3M 518
Impact Stripping Tape

General Information

An 85 mil. thick impact stripping tape used to provide excellent surface protection during plastic media blast (PMB) paint stripping operations. It is recommended that the temperature of the application surface is at least 40°F or above. The application surface should be warm, clean and dry to ensure that the 3M™ Impact Stripping Tape 518 adheres well. Rub down firmly when applying to achieve maximum adhesion. To obtain best performance, use this product within one year from date of manufacture and store under normal conditions of 70°F an d50% relative humidity in the original carton. Contact your 3M sales representative for non-standar size information.

Backing	Adhesive (unwind)	Thickness (total)	Liner Type (outer)
Rubber	Rubber	85.00 mil	Film (easy release)

Adhesion to Steel 180° Peel	Adhesive Activation	Tensile Strength	Elongation Percent
29.00 oz/in	Pressure	18.00 lbs/in	145.00%

Min Application Temp	Min Service Temp	Max Short-Term Temp	Max Long-Term Temp
40 °F	0 °F	120 °F

Adhesive Tape Features

180° peel adhesion to granite = 35 oz./in.
Standard roll sizes: 12 1/2", 25" x 10 yds. (9.1m); 1", 2", 3", 5" x 20 yds. (19.2m)
80 mil. thick tan rubber backing
Easy release film liner offers less effort to remove liner
Rubber adhesive offers excellent adhesion
Rub down firmly when applying to achieve maximum adhesion
Extra protection from blasting
Increases production output
No lifitng during plastic media blasting

Adhesive Tape Applications

518 was designed for use in the Aerospace industry to protect aircraft skins during plastic media paint blasting

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3M 518

Impact Stripping Tape

Backing	Adhesive	Thickness	Adhesion
Rubber	Rubber	85.00mil	29.00oz/in

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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.