Budnick Converting ®
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4972
Thin Double Coated Polyester Tape
4972 is a thin 1.9 mil, transparent, double coated, polyester backed tape. It offers good tack and high shear resistance while maintaining a high level of adhesion. Reliable bonding strength to common plastics, metals & smooth rubbers when just temporarily exposed to heavier stresses.
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 | PET - Polyester |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Thickness | 1.9 Mils |
| Tensile | 11.40 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | 50.00% |
| Adhesion (liner) | 62.1 oz/in |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 62.1 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | 40° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | 0° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 392° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp | 212° F |
Product Features
- Extremely thin
- Good initial tack
- Static shear resistance at 73 & 104°F is good, at 158°F is limited
- Peel adhesion to ABS=53/63, PC=58/70, PET=48/61, PVC=47/75, PP=23/44, PE=28/33
- Other available liners are polypropylene& polycoated paper
- High level of adhesion
- High shear resistance
- Outperforms similarly thin transfer tapes due to its polyester reinforcement
- Cost efficient standard converting solution
- Low outgassing/fogging level to secure excellent light transmission
Adhesive Tape Applications
- Mounting of badges and signs made of metal or plastic
- Splicing of thin plastic or metal films
- Foam lamination
- General affixing of various substrates where higher temperatures or UV rays may be of concern
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Clear
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.