3M™ Polyethylene Tape 480

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Polyethylene backing provides good chemical and solvent resistance

Non-yellowing transparent acrylic adhesive bonds to a variety of materials

Extremely flexible backing enables tape to stretch and conform to textured and irregular surfaces

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Polyethylene backing provides good chemical and solvent resistance
Non-yellowing transparent acrylic adhesive bonds to a variety of materials
Extremely flexible backing enables tape to stretch and conform to textured and irregular surfaces
Clear polyethylene backing makes repairs less visible
Good abrasion resistance provides durability in repair and splicing applications
Tape remains adhered and flexible to temperatures as low as -20°F

Constructed with an extremely conformable backing, 3M™ Polyethylene Tape 480 is designed to be used in general repair, patching and splicing of polyethylene sheeting. This tape is coated with a non-yellowing, transparent, acrylic adhesive and features a clear polyethylene backing that helps make repairs less visible.

Clear Tape for Splicing and Repairs
Our 3M™ Polyethylene Tape 480 (PDF, 14 Kb) stretches easily and is highly conformable for a tight seal over and around irregular surfaces. The smooth backing provides good solvent and alkali resistance. It meets MIL STD 2041D(SH) for leachable halogens, making it ideal for corrosion sensitive applications. The acrylic adhesive bonds to a variety of surfaces and can be used in many sealing, protecting, repair and patching applications. This resilient tape can be used in short-term outdoor applications at temperatures as low -20°F/-29°C and as high as 170°F/77°C.

Recommended Applications

Splicing and patching of polyethylene sheeting
Repairing awnings
Sealing on smooth and irregular surfaces
Surface protection
Short-term outdoor repair applications

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Adhesive Type	Acrylic
Backing (Carrier) Material	Polyethylene Film
Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Imperial)	4 mil
Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric)	0.1 mm
Brands	3M™
Elongation at Break	520.0 %
Industries	Automotive, Military & Government, Specialty Vehicle, General Industrial, MRO, Transportation
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius)	76 ℃, 77 ℃
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit)	170 ℉
Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius)	-7 ℃
Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit)	20 ℉
Product Color	Transparent
Shelf Life	18 Month
Smallest Saleable Unit	Roll
Tensile Strength (Imperial)	12.0 lb/in
Tensile Strength (Metric)	21 N/100mm, 210 N/100mm
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial)	5.1 mil
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Metric)	0.13 mm
Units per Case	4.0 Roll, 8.0 Roll, 12.0 Roll, 24.0 Roll, 36.0 Roll

Dimensions and Classifications

Overall Length (Imperial)	36 yd
Overall Length (Metric)	32.9 m, 32.91 m
Overall Width (Imperial)	1 in, 2 in, 3 in, 4 in, 20 in
Overall Width (Metric)	2.5 mm, 5.1 cm, 50.8 mm, 76.2 mm, 101.6 mm, 508 cm

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Overall Width (Metric)	2.5 mm, 5.1 cm, 50.8 mm, 76.2 mm, 101.6 mm, 508 cm
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Metric)	0.13 mm
Overall Width (Imperial)	1 in, 2 in, 3 in, 4 in, 20 in
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial)	5.1 mil
Backing (Carrier) Material	Polyethylene Film
Product Color	Transparent

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