Specifications
The 3M Scotch Polyethylene Coated Cloth Tape 390 Olive, 2 in x 60 yd, model number {06970}, features a durable polyethylene coated cloth backing. This industrial-grade tape measures 2 inches in width and extends 60 yards in length, providing ample material for diverse applications. It has a total thickness of 0.3 mm (11.7 mil). The tape is equipped with a high-tack rubber adhesive designed for strong adhesion to various surfaces. It offers a tensile strength of 84 N/cm (48 lb/in) and an elongation at break of 12%. This tape maintains performance across a temperature range of up to 93°C (200°F).
Key Features
- Durable Construction: A polyethylene-coated cloth backing provides resilience and robust performance in demanding conditions.
- Moisture Resistance: The backing resists moisture, making it suitable for wet or humid environments and outdoor use.
- High Tensile Strength: Engineered for challenging applications, the tape offers exceptional strength to resist breaking under tension.
- Strong Adhesion: An aggressive rubber adhesive delivers high initial tack and reliable, long-term holding power on many substrates.
- Conformable Backing: The tape easily conforms to curved, irregular, or uneven surfaces, ensuring a secure and complete seal.
- Hand-Tearable: Users can tear the tape by hand for quick and efficient application without needing additional tools.
- Abrasion and Wear Resistant: The durable backing resists wear and abrasion, extending the tape's lifespan in harsh conditions.
Applications
The 3M Scotch Polyethylene Coated Cloth Tape 390 Olive, 2 in x 60 yd is versatile across numerous industrial and commercial settings. It is ideal for sealing and protecting items for shipment, especially where moisture resistance is critical. This durable cloth tape serves a variety of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) functions, including patching, bundling, reinforcing, tabbing, and temporary repairs. Professionals widely use this olive-colored polyethylene tape in construction, electrical, industrial, marine, and military markets. Specific uses include hanging polyethylene drapes, industrial masking, and providing protection against light sandblast overspray.
Benefits
- Reliable Performance: Experience consistent and dependable results in demanding industrial, outdoor, and MRO applications due to the tape's high strength and moisture-resistant properties.
- Increased Efficiency: The hand-tearable design allows for quick and easy application, reducing labor time and the need for cutting tools.
- Secure Bonds: Achieve strong, instant adhesion and lasting holding power on a wide array of surfaces, ensuring items remain sealed, bundled, or repaired effectively.
- Versatile Use: Its robust construction and conformability make it a multi-purpose solution for various tasks, from protective sealing to heavy-duty bundling and general repair.
- Enhanced Durability: The tape resists wear, abrasion, and moisture, extending the life of repairs and providing long-term protection against environmental elements.
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