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Description for 3M 4731
A pigmented vinyl backing with a rubber adhesive used for electroplating, paint masking and many other general purpose applications.Chemical Resistance Excellent alkali resistance, Chemical Resistance: Excellent acid resistance Application Type Bond, Sealing 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Tape Substrate Rubber, Steel, Vinyl Industry Electroplating, Many other general purpose applications Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Vinyl Cure Method Pressure Sensitive Application Temperature (°F) >50 Color Blue , Gray, Orange, Purple, White, Yellow High Temperature Resistance (°C) 4 to 77, <121 -
Technical Data for 3M 4731
Overview
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Chemical Resistance
- Chemical Resistance - Excellent alkali resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Acid Resistance - Excellent acid resistance
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Material Form
- Tape
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Industry
- Electronics - Electroplating
- Industrial
- General Purpose - Many other general purpose applications
- Other - Paint masking
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Chemistry
- Other - Vinyl
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Cure Method
- Pressure Sensitive (min) - Pressure Sensitive
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Color
- Blue - Blue
- Gray
- Orange
- Purple
- White
- Yellow
Specifications
Cure Specs
Application Temperature (°F) >50 Bond Strength
General Bond Strength (psi) 20 (oz./in.) Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) 17 (lbs./in.) Test Method Material Resistance
Abrasion Resistance Excellent High Temperature Resistance (°C) 4 to 77, <121 Moisture/Humidity Resistance Excellent Hardness
Elongation (%) 230 Test Method Business Information
Shelf Life Details Storage: Store under normal conditions of 60° to 80°F (16° to 27°C) and 40 to 60% R.H. in the original carton.;To obtain best performance, use this product within 18 months from date of manufacture. Shelf Life Temperature (°F) 60 to 80 Shelf Life Type From date of manufacture Shelf Life (mon) 18 -
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