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Description for 3M 4408
1/8 in. (3.2 mm) Double-Coated Vinyl Foam Tape. Black, closed-cell vinyl foam carrier.Chemical Resistance Chemical Resistance: Hydrocarbon solvent Application Type Bond, Seal, Hold, Mount 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Foam Tape Substrate Vinyl, Foam Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Acrylic, Vinyl Cure Method Pressure Sensitive Application Temperature (°F) 70 to 100 Color Black High Temperature Resistance (°C) 66, 93 Density (g/cm³) 0.320 Key Specifications TSCA -
Technical Data for 3M 4408
Overview
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Chemical Resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Relative Solvent Resistance - Hydrocarbon solvent
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Material Form
- Tape - Foam Tape
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Substrate
- Foam
- Vinyl
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Chemistry
- Acrylic
- Other - Vinyl
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Cure Method
- Pressure Sensitive (min) - Pressure Sensitive
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Color
- Black
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Key Specifications
- TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) - TSCA
Specifications
Cure Specs
Application Temperature (°F) 70 to 100 Bond Strength
Shear Strength (psi) 500 (g), 125 (g) Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) 60 Test Method Material Resistance
UV Resistance UV resistance High Temperature Resistance (°C) 66, 93 Conductivity
Dielectric Strength (V/mil) 50 Thermal Conductivity (W/m°K) 0.06 Hardness
Flexibility Firm Other Properties
Density (g/cm³) 0.320 Business Information
Shelf Life Details 18 months from date of manufacture when stored in the original carton at 70°F(21°C) & 50 % Relative Humidity Shelf Life Temperature (°F) 70 Shelf Life Type From date of manufacture Shelf Life (mon) 18 -
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Best Practices for 3M 4408
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Surface Preparation
To obtain optimum adhesion, the bonding surfaces must be clean, dry and well unified. Some typical surface cleaning solvents are isopropyl alcohol and water or heptane.**Note: Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use when working with solvents.
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Application
Bond strength is dependent upon the amount of adhesive-to-surface contact developed. Firm application pressure develops better adhesive contact & thus improves bond strength.
Ideal tape application temperature range is 70°F to 100°F (21°C to 38°C). Initial tape application to surfaces at temperatures below 50°F (10°C) is not recommended because the adhesive becomes too firm to adhere readily. However once properly applied low temperature holding is generally satisfactory.
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Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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60 psi | 22°C | (“T” Block) 1 in2 (6.45 cm2) Jaw Speed 2 in/min (50 mm/min), Adhesive strength exceeds foam strength |
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength | Type | Test Time | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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500 (g) | Static shear strength | 360,000 sec | 22°C | As measured by static shear weight held for 100 hr, 1/2 sq.in overlap |
125 (g) | Static shear strength | 360,000 sec | 49°C | As measured by static shear weight held for 100 hr, 1/2 sq.in overlap |