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Description for 3M VHB Tape 4951
• Double sided foam tape • White • Use in many interior bonding applications • Use in many exterior bonding applications • High tensile strength • High shear adhesion • High peel adhesion • Excellent solvent resistance and moisture resistance.Brand VHB Chemical Resistance Chemical Resistance: Excellent, Chemical Resistance: Resistance to plasticizer migration, Chemical Resistance: Fluid Resistance: Water resistance, Fuel resistance, Chemical Resistance: Isopropyl alcohol resistance, Hydraulic fluid resistance, Chemical Resistance: MEK resistance, 10W30 Motor oil resistance, Glycol antifreeze resistance, Kerosene resistance, Gasoline resistance Application Type Bonding Material Form Tape: Foam tape Substrate Aluminum, Stainless steel Industry Use in many interior bonding applications Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Acrylic adhesive Cure Method Pressure sensitive Application Temperature (°F) >32 Color White Total Thickness (mm) 1.029 to 1.257 Double Sided Double sided Adhesive Thickness (Liner Side) - Double Sided Tapes (mm) 0.051 Static Shear Strength (min) 1250, 500, 500 Static Shear Temperature (°C) 22, 66, 93 Static Shear Substrate Stainless steel, Stainless steel, Stainless steel Static Shear Time (min) 10,080, 10,080, 10,080 Polyester (PET) Liner Type: Polyester High Temperature Resistance (°C) 149, 93 Low Temperature Resistance (°C) Low temperature applicable Stress Relief Stress relaxing properties Durability Outstanding Density (g/cm³) 0.800 Key Specifications UL (Underwriters Laboratory), ULC (Underwriters Laboratories of Canada), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association): UL746C recognition Tape Backing/Carrier Acrylic foam backing -
Technical Data for 3M VHB Tape 4951
Overview
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Chemical Resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Fluid Resistance : Water Resistance
- Chemical Resistance - Gasoline resistance, Kerosene resistance, Glycol antifreeze resistance, 10W30 Motor oil resistance, Hydraulic fluid resistance, Fuel resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Relative Solvent Resistance - Excellent, MEK resistance, Isopropyl alcohol resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Plasticizer Resistance - Resistance to plasticizer migration
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Application Type
- Adhesive - Bonding
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Material Form
- Tape : Foam Tape
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Substrate
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- Other - High surface energy substrates, A broad range of materials
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Industry
- Interior - Use in many interior bonding applications
- Other - Use in many exterior bonding applications
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Chemistry
- Acrylic - Acrylic adhesive
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Cure Method
- Pressure Sensitive (min) - Pressure sensitive
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Color
- White
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Key Specifications
- UL (Underwriters Laboratory), ULC (Underwriters Laboratories of Canada), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) : 746C - UL746C recognition
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Brand
- VHB
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Tape Backing/Carrier
- Acrylic Foam - Acrylic foam backing
Specifications
Cure Specs
Application Temperature (°F) >32 Bond Strength
General Bond Strength (psi) High Peel Strength (piw) High, 18 (lb/in) Test Method Shear Strength (psi) High, 80 (lb/in²) Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) High, 110 (lb/in²) Test Method Tape Properties
Total Thickness (mm) 1.029 to 1.257 Double Sided Double sided Adhesive Thickness (Liner Side) - Double Sided Tapes (mm) 0.051 Static Shear Strength (min) 1250, 500, 500 Test Method Static Shear Temperature (°C) 22, 66, 93 Static Shear Substrate Stainless steel, Stainless steel, Stainless steel Static Shear Time (min) 10,080, 10,080, 10,080 Material Resistance
High Temperature Resistance (°C) 149, 93 Test Method Low Temperature Resistance (°C) Low temperature applicable Moisture/Humidity Resistance Excellent moisture resistance Hardness
Stress Relief Stress relaxing properties Durability Outstanding Elasticity Viscoelastic Flexibility Firm backing Other Properties
Density (g/cm³) 0.800 Test Method Business Information
Shelf Life Details All 3M™VHB™Tapeshave a shelf life of 24 months from date of manufacture when stored at 40°Fto 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) 40 to 100 Shelf Life Type From date of manufacture Shelf Life (mon) 24 -
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Best Practices for 3M VHB Tape 4951
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Surface Preparation
Application Techniques: Clean: Most substrates are best prepared by cleaning with a 50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol (IPA*) and water prior to applying 3M™ VHB™ Tapes.
Exceptions to the general procedure that may require additional surface preparation include: Heavy Oils: A degreaser or solvent-based cleaner may be required to remove heavy oil or grease from a surface and should be followed by cleaning with IPA/water.
Abrasion: Abrading a surface, followed by cleaning with IPA/water, can remove heavy dirt or oxidation and can increase surface area to improve adhesion..
Adhesion Promoters: Priming a surface can significantly improve initial and ultimate adhesion to many materials such as plastics and paints.
Porous surfaces: Most porous and fibered materials such as wood, particleboard, concrete, etc. need to be sealed to provide a unified surface.
Unique Materials: Special surface preparation may be needed for glass and glass-like materials, copper and copper containing metals, and plastics or rubber that contain components that migrate (e.g. plasticizers).
Refer to 3M Technical Bulletin “Surface Preparation for 3M™VHB™ Tape Applications” for additional details and suggestions.
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Application
Pressure: 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 require2or3times that much pressure to make the tape experience 15 psi.
Time: After application, the bond strength will increase as the adhesive flows on to the surface (also referred to as “wetout” ). 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 flows 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 1hour).This can provide better adhesive wet out on to 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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Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength | Type | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Substrate | Test Method |
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High | |||||
110 (lb/in²) | T-Block tensile | 4,320 min | 20 to 25°C Room temperature | Aluminum | ASTM D-897; 1 in2 (6.45 cm2),jawspeed 2 in/min (50.8 mm/min)Peak force to separate is measured.; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength | Type | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Substrate | Test Method |
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High | |||||
80 (lb/in²) | Dynamic overlap shear | 4,320 min | 20 to 25°C Room temperature | Stainless steel | ASTM D-1002; 1 in2 (6.45 cm2), jawspeed 0.5 in/min (12.7 mm/min)Peak force to separate is measured.; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
Peel Strength Test Methods
Peel Strength | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Substrate | Test Method |
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High | ||||
18 (lb/in) | 4,320 min | 20 to 25°C Room temperature | Stainless steel | 90° peel adhesion; Based on ASTM D3330; jaw speed 12 in/min (304.8 mm/min).Average force to remove is measured.; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
Static Shear Strength Test Methods
Static Shear Strength | Static Shear Test Method |
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1250 | Approximately; ASTM D3654; tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5in2 (3.23 cm2).Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes.; Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2; 500 g/0.5 in2= 2.2 lb/in2.; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
500 | Approximately; ASTM D3654; tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5in2 (3.23 cm2).Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes.; Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2; 500 g/0.5 in2= 2.2 lb/in2.; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
500 | Approximately; ASTM D3654; tested at various temperatures and gram loadings. 0.5in2 (3.23 cm2).Will hold listed weight for 10,000 minutes.; Conversion: 1500 g/0.5 in2 equals 6.6 lb/in2; 500 g/0.5 in2= 2.2 lb/in2.; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
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 4hours conditioning at indicated temperature with 100 g/static load. (Represents minutes, hours in a process type temperature exposure).; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
93°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).; The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |
Density Test Methods
Density | Test Method |
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0.800 g/cm³ | The following technical information anddata should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. |