8959, Bi-Directional Filament Tape, 3M, adhesive tape datasheet

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3M 8959
Bi-Directional Filament Tape

General Information

A 5.7 mil. specialty packaging tape reinforced with continuous glass yarns in both the longitudinal and transverse direction along with a biaxially oriented polypropylene backing. The polypropylene backing provides excellent abrasion, moisture and scuff resistnace. The adhesive is speciafically formulated to provide good adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces including metallic, plastic, and fiberboard. Application of Scotch® Bi-Directional Filament Tape 8959 is most easily accomplished at room temperature. At colder temperatures, approaching 32°F, the adhesive becomes firm. Once applied, tape performs well throughout the normal temperature ranges typically encountered by products in shipping and storage environments.

Backing	Adhesive (unwind)	Thickness (total)	Liner Type (outer)
PP - Polypropylene	Rubber	5.70 mil

Adhesion to Steel 180° Peel	Adhesive Activation	Tensile Strength	Elongation Percent
100.00 oz/in	Pressure	150.00 lbs/in	6.00%

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

Adhesive Tape Features

Polypropylene film backing
Bi-directional glass reinforcement
Translucent
Rubber resin adhesive characteristics
Abrasion resistant
Moisture resistant
High cross-direction tensile strength
Allows printing and illustrations to be seen through the tape
Excellent shear adhesion
Excellent initial adhesion
Excellent aging
Bi-directional glass yarn reinforcement
Protection of filaments and adhesive to provide longer package life
Performs better than paper backings when exposed to outdoor and humid environments
Resists center seams slitting in both machine and cross direction, increasing the performance of the tape
Excellent holding power under wide range of application conditions with minimum amount of tape
Holds with minimum rubdown, doesn't require water to activate
Boxes remain closed for long periods of time

Adhesive Tape Applications

Adhesive Tape Markets Served

Adhesive Tape Colors

Clear

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PP - Polypropylene	Rubber	5.70mil	100.00oz/in

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Backing	Adhesive	Thickness	Adhesion
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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.