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3M Double Coated Tape 415 is a double coated tape that offers a balance of high initial adhesion and good holding power on a variety of substrates, especially paper. Double sided adhesion increases dimensional stability for easy handling, making it an ideal choice for both zero speed and flying splices during printing.

3M Hook and Loop Fastener MP3526N/MP3527N is a best in class fastener that provides design flexibility and fast product assembly. With its high performance rubber-based pressure sensitive adhesive backing, this fastener allows for easy and convenient attachment to a variety of substrates, including plastics.

3M Flexomount Plate Mounting Tape 411DL is a double linered, double coated tape designed for mounting photopolymer and rubber printing plates to flexographic printing cylinders or sleeves. The adhesive is specially formulated for clean removal from both the plate and the print cylinder or sleeve.

3M Dual Lock Reclosable Fastener SJ3541 is the easy and clear alternative to traditional fastening methods, such as screws, nuts or bolts. It is designed to deliver a durable, reclosable fastening solution (which can be opened and closed multiple times) which bonds to a variety of substrates including many plastics and low surface energy materials. Durable and secure, 3M Dual Lock Reclosable Fastener SJ3541 has exceptional strength through its interlocking mushroom-shaped heads (400 stem density per square inch), providing up to 5X the tensile strength of typical hook-and-loop products. 3M designed this fastener with a synthetic rubber-based black PE foam tape protected by a removable, film liner. This pressure sensitive adhesive features quick stick and a short dwell time.

With 3M Dual Lock Reclosable Fastener SJ3541, there is no need for any drilling, screwing or sewing tools which makes for quick installation.

Thin and conformable, 3M Polyester Tape 8901 excels in high temperature masking operations such as powder coat painting. Coated with a silicone adhesive, this tape bonds to a variety of difficult surfaces. It is chemical resistant and performs under a wide range of temperatures and environments.

3M Weather Resistant Film Tape 838 is comprised of a strong, thin Tedlar PVCF Film backing with a high shear strength and a solvent resistant acrylic adhesive. This tape is ideal for many long-term weather resistant and protection applications.

Scotch High Temperature Fine Line Tape 4737TL is a conformable tape used to achieve sharp paint lines and color separation for curves and straight lines. It has proven successful in high-temperature painting applications requiring a conformable tape.

3M Scotchblok Masking Paper blocks solvents used in today’s gelcoats and paints from soaking through and contaminating underlying surfaces. This tightly bonded, specially coated automotive masking paper offers excellent resistance to paint solvents, urethanes, base coats and clear coats. This product was specifically made to meet the unique needs of automotive aftermarket applications.

For bundling pipe or coil tabbing, use Scotch Filament Tape 880. This filament-reinforced tape has a polypropylene backing reinforced with continuous polyester fibers to provide high tensile strength, impact and cut resistance. It resists abrasion, moisture, scuffing and breaks, even if nicked or punctured.

3M Urethane Foam Tape 4318 is a conformable, low-density, open-cell foam tape with a pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive on one side. This tape will adhere to a variety of substrates and can be used in numerous mounting applications to dampen sound and create a clean and durable product.

3M Double Coated Polyethylene Foam Tape 4496 Black is a closed-cell, polyethylene foam carrier. It is formulated for more demanding indoor and outdoor mounting and bonding applications. A noted feature of Foam Tape 4496 Black is its ability to conform and bond to irregular surfaces. It offers good temperature resistance and long term durability.

3M Adhesive Transfer Tape 9505 features 3M Industrial Acrylic Adhesive 220, which provides a good bond to HSE materials. This 5.0 mil adhesive is applied to a 4.2 mil polycoated kraft (PCK) paper liner, which protects it until it is ready to be bonded to the substrate.