3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW
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Highlights
- 2.0 mil aluminum foil tape is ideal for HVAC applications
- Acrylic adhesive is specifically designed to perform in temperatures from -40°F to 250°F
- Excellent for high heat and humidity conditions
- Flexible backing conforms well to curved and irregular surfaces
- Hand tearable and easy to install on site without special tools or applications methods
- Features easy release kraft liner
3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is a conformable, 3.7 mil tape that is suitable for masking and sealing in general-purpose heat shielding and light-reflecting applications. Coated with cold-weather acrylic adhesive, this durable tape performs well in a wide range of environmental conditions, and offers reliable performance in temperatures ranging from -40 to 250 °F (-40 to 121 °). It is backed by foil that allows it to easily conform to irregular surfaces and on fibrous and sheet metal ductwork. This pressure-sensitive tape is hand tearable and adheres quickly without special application methods or additional tools. It maintains its form without lifting or curling, even after an extended period of time. This tape meets the UL723 flame/smoke rating, as well as the CAN/ULC S102 classification flame/smoke rating. For optimal performance in cold environments, 3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW provides a durable bond in various masking and sealing operations.
Aluminum Foil Tape Ideal for HVAC Applications
Designed for performance even in very cold temperatures, 3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is a 2.0 mil aluminum foil tape that excels in demanding applications. Its foil backing and cold-weather pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive perform in temperatures from -40 to 250°F/-40 to 121°C. The aluminum foil backing conforms well around corners and to irregular surfaces. This tape provides an excellent vapor seal in various duct sealing applications. It is hand tearable and installs easily, eliminating the need for additional tools or application methods.
3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is UL723 Classified (10/10 Flame Smoke Rating).
Recommended Applications
- Vapor seals for fibrous and sheet metal ducts
- Heavier general purpose construction applications
Excellent Cold Weather Performance
3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is coated with a special cold weather, pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive system that performs exceptionally well in cold weather conditions, yet still excels at normal and elevated temperatures. It adheres immediately on contact to a variety of materials, including fibrous and sheet metal ducts. Once bonded, this tape features good aging properties that resist lifting and curling over time.
3M™ Metal Foil Tapes
Aluminum is just one of the metal-backed tapes available from 3M. Our foil tapes resist failure from common sources of degradation including moisture, ultraviolet rays and many chemicals, and are commonly used for reflecting, wrapping, masking, sealing, and more in applications from air ducts to washing machines. As with all 3M products, our 3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is supported by exclusive 3M technical expertise and application advice. 3M Aluminum foil tapes are suitable for demanding applications in construction, aerospace, automotive, appliance, maintenance, repair and operations and many more segments. They are also thermally conductive for heating/cooling efficiency.
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Typical properties
| Adhesive Type | Acrylic |
| Application | Interior Seams & Joints, Sealing HVAC & Duct Work, Exterior Seams & Joints |
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Aluminum Foil |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Imperial) | 2 mil |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric) | 0.05 mm |
| Backing Material | Aluminum Foil |
| Brands | Venture Tape™ |
| Elongation at Break | 8.5 % |
| Industries | General Industrial, Electronics, Construction |
| Product Color | Silver |
| Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 21.0 lb/in, 23.0 lb/in |
| Tensile Strength (Metric) | 40.3 N/100mm |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 3.5 mil |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Metric) | 0.09 mm |
| Overall Length (Imperial) | 50 yd, 250 yd |
| Overall Length (Metric) | 45.7 m, 45.72 m, 228.6 m |
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 1.88 in, 2.5 in, 2.83 in, 55 in, 60 in |
| Overall Width (Metric) | 48 mm, 63.5 mm, 72 mm, 1397 mm, 1524 mm |
Resources
3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CWData Sheets
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