Budnick Converting ®
3M
483
Polyethylene Tape
3M483 is a 5.3 mil. various colored polyethylene backing with a rubber adhesive tape used for many general purpose applications. 483 tape has low sulfur and halogen content and streches easily and is highly conformable. The polyethylene backing provides good solvent resistance properties and remains flexible to -20°F. 483 tap should not be exposed to temperatures which exceed 170°F. Exposure to such temperatures may result in softening of backing. The vivid colors and smooth backing provide an excellent glossy appearance. Best results are attained when applied to a clean and dry surface at temperatures between 60°:F to 80°F. To obtain best performance, use this product within 12 months from date of manufacture and store under normal conditions of 60°F to 80°F and 40% to 60% relative humidity in the original carton.
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 | PE - Polyethylene |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Rubber |
| Thickness | 5.3 Mils |
| Tensile | 11.00 lbs/in |
|---|---|
| Elongation | 240.00% |
| Adhesive Activation | Pressure |
| Adhesion (unwind) | 12 oz/in |
| Min. Application Temp | 50° F |
|---|---|
| Min. Service Temp | -20° F |
| Max Short-Term Temp | 170° F |
| Max Long-Term Temp |
Product Features
- Pigmented polyethylene backing
- Extremely conformable
- Solvent resistant
- Six bright and glossy colors: transparent, red, blue, white, black, green and yellow
- Rubber adhesive
- Special non-staining adhesive removes cleanly from most surfaces (testing of surfaces recommended)
- Excellent seal
- Good protection
- Good for decoration and color coding
- Reduces labor
Adhesive Tape Applications
- General sealing of containers
- Electroplating and P.C. board masking
- Silicone chip holding
- Decorative, safety marking and color coding
- Nuclear power plant construction and maintenance (because of low chloride and halogen content)
- Outdoor applications (black colored tape only)
Adhesive Tape Colors
- Black
- Blue
- Clear
- Red
- White
- Yellow
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.