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Description for 3M 5952
Dark Gray, closed-cell acrylic foam carrier • Very conformable • Good adhesion to many painted surfaces, including powder coated paint •Apply as low as 50°F (10°C) • UL 746CChemical Resistance Chemical Resistance: Excellent solvent resistance Application Type Bond 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Tape Substrate Acrylic paint, Aluminum , Glass (with or without silane coating), Polycarbonate, Polyester, Polyurethane paint, Rigid PVC, Enameled Steel, Stainless Steel, Galvanized Steel, Epoxy paint, Glass epoxy, Galvanized Steel, Polybutylene terephthalate, Foam, ABS, Uncoated Glass, Primer 94 coated polycarbonate, Polyester paint Industry Many interior bonding applications, Commercial & Specialty Vehicles, Human Machine Interface, Many exterior bonding applications, Architectural signs, Architectural signs Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Acrylic Cure Method Pressure sensitive Application Temperature (°F) 50, 70 to 100 Color Black High Temperature Resistance (°C) 149, 121, 90 Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -35 Volume Resistivity (O) 2.5e14 (ohms/cm) Density (g/cm³) 0.590 Key Specifications UL 746C -
Technical Data for 3M 5952
Overview
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Chemical Resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Relative Solvent Resistance - Excellent solvent resistance
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Application Type
- Adhesive - Bond
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Material Form
- Tape
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Substrate
- Foam
- Glass - Glass (with or without silane coating), Uncoated Glass
- Aluminum - Aluminum
- Steel - Enameled Steel
- Galvanized - Galvanized Steel
- Acrylic (PMMA) - Acrylic paint
- Polycarbonate - Primer 94 coated polycarbonate
- Polyurethane - Polyurethane paint
- Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - Rigid PVC
- Epoxy - Epoxy paint, Glass epoxy
- ABS - ABS
- Polyester - Polyester paint
- Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) - Polybutylene terephthalate
- Stainless Steel
- Galvanized Steel
- Other - Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Paint, Noryl® (PPE) polyphenenlene ether
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Industry
- Sign - Architectural signs
- Commercial & Specialty Vehicles
- Interior - Many interior bonding applications
- Human Machine Interface
- Industrial Exterior - Many exterior bonding applications
- Architectural - Architectural signs
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Chemistry
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Application Method
- Dispenser - P.U.R. application equipment
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Cure Method
- Pressure Sensitive (min) - Pressure sensitive
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Color
- Black
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Key Specifications
- UL (Underwriters Laboratory), ULC (Underwriters Laboratories of Canada), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) - UL 746C
Specifications
Cure Specs
Application Temperature (°F) 50, 70 to 100 Bond Strength
General Bond Strength (psi) Good Peel Strength (piw) High, 20 (Ib/in) Test Method Shear Strength (psi) High, 80, 1000 (grams), 500 (grams), 500 (grams), 250 (grams) Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) High, 90 Test Method Material Resistance
High Temperature Resistance (°C) 149, 121, 90 Test Method Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -35 Moisture/Humidity Resistance Excellent Conductivity
Dissipation Factor 0.00650, 0.05060 Test Method Dielectric Strength (V/mil) 18 Test Method Dielectric Constant 2.14, 1.95 Test Method Thermal Conductivity (W/m°K) 0.05 Test Method Surface Resistivity (O) >e16 (ohms/sq.) Test Method Volume Resistivity (O) 2.5e14 (ohms/cm) Test Method Hardness
Flexibility Very Conformal Other Properties
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) 1e-4 (in./ in/°F), 1.8e-4 (mm/mm /°C), e-6 ( m/m/°C) Density (g/cm³) 0.590 Business Information
Shelf Life Details All 3M™ VHB™ Tapes have a shelf life of 24 months from date of manufacture when stored at 40°F to 100°F (4°C to 38°C) and 0-95% relative humidity. The optimum storage conditions are 72°F (22°C) and 50% relative humidity. Performance of tapes is not projected to change even after shelf life expires, however, 3M does suggest that 3M™ VHB™ Tapes are used prior to the shelf life date whenever possible. Shelf Life Temperature (°F) 39 to 100 Shelf Life Type from date of manufacture Shelf Life (mon) 24 Not Good For
Don't Use With Plasticized vinyl -
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Best Practices for 3M 5952
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Surface Preparation
Most substrates are best prepared by cleaning with a 50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol (IPA*) and water prior to applying 3M™ VHB™ Tapes.
See Vendor Technical Data Sheet for more info.
To obtain good performance with all 3M™ VHB™ Tapes, it is important to ensure that the surfaces are dry and free of condensed moisture.
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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 and helps improve bond strength. Typically, good surface contact can be attained by applying enough pressure to insure that the tape experiences approximately 15 psi (100 kPa) pressure. Either roller or platen pressure can be used. Note that rigid surfaces may require 2 or 3 times that much pressure to make the tape experience 15 psi.
Ideal application temperature range is 70°F to 100°F (21°C to 38°C). Pressure sensitive adhesives use viscous flow to achieve substrate contact area. Minimum suggested application temperatures:50°F (10°C): 3M™ VHB™ Tapes 4950, 5952, 4910, 4952, 4611, 4622 families.
Note: Initial tape application to surfaces at temperatures below these suggested minimums 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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Curing
After application, the bond strength will increase as the adhesive flows onto the surface (also referred to as “wet out”). At room temperature approximately 50% of ultimate bond strength will be achieved after 20 minutes, 90% after 24 hours and 100% after 72 hours. This flow is faster at higher temperatures and slower at lower temperatures. Ultimate bond strength can be achieved more quickly (and in some cases bond strength can be increased) by exposure of the bond to elevated temperatures (e.g. 150°F [66°C] for 1 hour). This can provide better adhesive wetout onto the substrates. Abrasion of the surfaces or the use of primers/adhesion promoters can also have the effect of increasing bond strength and achieving ultimate bond strength more quickly.
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Peel Strength Test Methods
Peel Strength | Type | Cure Time | Substrate | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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High | |||||
20 (Ib/in) | 90° Peel Strength | 4,320 min | Stainless Steel | 25°C Room Temperature | 90° Peel Adhesion - Based on ASTM D3330 -To stainless steel, room temperature, jaw speed 12 in/min (305 mm/min). Average force to remove is measured. 72 hour dwell |
Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength | Cure Time | Substrate | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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High | ||||
90 psi | 4,320 min | Aluminum | 25°C Room Temperature | Normal Tensile (T-Block Tensile) - ASTM D-897 - To aluminum, room temperature, 1 in2 (6.45 cm2), jaw speed 2 in/min (50 mm/min.) Peak force to separate is measured. 72 hour dwell. |
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength | Type | Cure Time | Substrate | Test Time | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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High | ||||||
80 psi | Dynamic Overlap Shear Strength | 4,320 min | Stainless Steel | 25°C Room Temperature | Dynamic Overlap Shear - ASTM D-1002 - To stainless steel, room temperature, 1 in2 (6.45 cm2), jaw speed 0.5 in/min (12.7 mm/min.) Peak force to separate is measured. 72 hour dwell. | |
1000 (grams) | Static Shear Strength | Stainless Steel | 600,000 sec | 22°C | ASTM D3654 - To stainless steel, tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5 in2 (3.22 cm2). Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes (approximately 7 days). Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2, 500 g/0.5 in2 = 2.2 lb/in2. | |
500 (grams) | Static Shear Strength | Stainless Steel | 600,000 sec | 66°C | ASTM D3654 - To stainless steel, tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5 in2 (3.22 cm2). Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes (approximately 7 days). Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2, 500 g/0.5 in2 = 2.2 lb/in2. | |
500 (grams) | Static Shear Strength | Stainless Steel | 600,000 sec | 93°C | ASTM D3654 - To stainless steel, tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5 in2 (3.22 cm2). Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes (approximately 7 days). Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2, 500 g/0.5 in2 = 2.2 lb/in2. | |
250 (grams) | Static Shear Strength | Stainless Steel | 600,000 sec | 121°C | ASTM D3654 - To stainless steel, tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5 in2 (3.22 cm2). Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes (approximately 7 days). Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2, 500 g/0.5 in2 = 2.2 lb/in2. |
High Temperature Resistance Test Methods
High Temperature Resistance | Test Method |
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149°C | Short Term Temperature Tolerance - No change in room temperature dynamic shear properties following 4 hours conditioning at indicated temperature with 100 g/static load. (Represents minutes, hours in a process type temperature exposure). |
121°C | Long Term Temperature Tolerance - Maximum temperature where tape supports at least 250 g load per 0.5 in2 in static shear for 10,000 minutes. (Represents continuous exposure for days or weeks). |
90°C |
Dielectric Constant Test Methods
Dielectric Constant | Test Method |
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2.14 | ASTM D150, 1 kHz |
1.95 | ASTM D150, 1 MHz |
Dielectric Strength Test Methods
Dielectric Strength | Test Method |
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18 V/mil | Dielectric Breakdown Strength, ASTM D140 |
Dissipation Factor Test Methods
Dissipation Factor | Test Method |
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0.00650 | ASTM D150, 1 kHz |
0.05060 | ASTM D150, 1 MHz |
Surface Resistivity Test Methods
Surface Resistivity | Test Method |
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>e16 (ohms/sq.) | ASTM D257 |
Thermal Conductivity Test Methods
Thermal Conductivity | Test Method |
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0.05 W/m°K | K-Value |
Volume Resistivity Test Methods
Volume Resistivity | Test Method |
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2.5e14 (ohms/cm) | ASTM D257 |