3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5423 is a thick, general-purpose polyethylene tape made for high-impact, abrasion, and sliding applications. Its UPMW-PE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) thermoplastic backing enables its low-friction and resistance to chemicals, abrasion, and vibration in demanding situations. The exceptional hardness and slick surface is ideal for maintaining a gliding, 'slip-plane' effect and reducing noises like squeaks and rattles. Furthering its workability, 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5423 is mounted on a liner, allowing the user to die-cut shapes to exact specifications. Between its low-friction coefficient, built-in liner, and long-lasting protection, this slick-surfaced tape excels in the aerospace, automotive, printing, and MRO industries.
An Effective Solution for Many Noise and Vibration Problems
3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5423 is often used in general industrial applications to help control squeaks and rattles due to vibration or wear of metal and plastic materials. This UHMW-PE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) film tape provides good chemical resistance and excellent abrasion resistance that helps ensure a long wear life. 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5423 is mounted on a liner, making it easy to die-cut to meet the demands of specific applications. It is ideal for applications requiring a low coefficient of friction and the movement of parts and/or materials. This slick surface tape is primarily used in aerospace, automotive, printing and MRO industries.
The Science Behind Our Tape
The effectiveness of 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5423 lies in its Ultra-High Molecular Weight polyethylene (UHMW-PE) backing. UHMW-PE is a thermoplastic that has a unique combination of properties, such as exceptional hardness and low surface energy. The ultra-high molecular weight of this tape significantly reduces friction to create an effective solution for anti-stick and easy-release requirements. The abrasion resistance of UHMW-PE is greater than PTFE and increases as the molecular weight increases.
The extraordinary durability and versatility of UHMW-PE is used by designers and engineers in many industries worldwide. UHMW-PE based products offer a host of exceptional attributes that include high abrasion resistance, low coefficient of friction and one of the highest impact strength ratings of any thermoplastic. These attributes make them ideal for tough impact wear or sliding applications. The low coefficient of friction characteristic is surpassed only by PTFE; however, UHMW-PE tape has superior abrasion resistance. Our exceptional science and engineering of products provide long-lasting performance and successful solutions.
| Adhesion Strength (Imperial) | 26 oz/in |
| Adhesion Strength (metric) | 28 N/100mm |
| Adhesive Type | Rubber |
| Application | Reducing Wear Mechanical Equipment |
| Back Side Adhesive Thickness (Imperial) | 1.7 mil, 2 mil |
| Back Side Adhesive Thickness (Metric) | 0.04 mm, 0.05 mm, 0.25 mm |
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyethylene |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Imperial) | 2 mil, 10 mil |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric) | 0.05 mm, 0.25 mm |
| Backing Material | Ultra-high Molecular Weight Polyethylene |
| Backing Thickness (Imperial) | 10 mil |
| Backing Thickness (Metric) | 0.13 mm, 0.25 mm |
| Brands | 3M™ |
| Elongation at Break | 3.5, 5.3, 520% |
| Industries | Automotive, Metalworking, Specialty Vehicle, Transportation, Aerospace, Appliance, Electronics, General Industrial, Military & Government, MRO |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 107 ℃ |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 225 ℉ |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | -34 ℃ |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | -30 ℉ |
| Primary Liner | 60# Densified Kraft, Silicone Treated Paper |
| Product Color | Transparent |
| Product Form | Roll |
| Shelf Life in Months (From Date of Manufacture) | 18 |
| Smallest Saleable Unit | Roll |
| Specifications Met | FAR 25.853(a), ASTM D3330, ASTM D3652, ASTM D3759 |
| Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 20.0 psi, 55.0 lb/in |
| Tensile Strength (Metric) | 35 N/100mm, 963 N/100mm, 1500 N/100mm |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 12 mil |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Metric) | 0.3 mm |
| Units per Case | 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 6.0, 9.0, 12.0, 18.0 |
| Overall Height (Imperial) | 11.7 mil |
| Overall Height (Metric) | 0.3 mm |
| Overall Length (Imperial) | 18 yd, 36 yd, 72 yd |
| Overall Length (Metric) | 16.45 m, 16.459 m, 16.5 m, 32.91 m, 65.83 m |
| Overall Thickness (Imperial) | 12 mil |
| Overall Thickness (Metric) | 0.3048 mm |
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 0.25 in, 0.5 in, 0.6 in, 0.75 in, 1 in, 1.5 in, 2 in, 2.5 in, 3 in, 4 in, 5 in, 6 in, 8 in, 10 in, 12 in, 20 in, 24 in |
| Overall Width (Metric) | 6.35 mm, 12.7 mm, 16 mm, 19.05 mm, 25 mm, 38.1 mm, 50.8 mm, 51 mm, 63.5 mm, 76 mm, 101.6 mm, 127 mm, 152.4 mm, 203.2 mm, 254 mm, 304.8 mm, 508 mm, 609.6 mm |
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| Overall Width (Metric) | 6.35 mm, 12.7 mm, 16 mm, 19.05 mm, 25 mm, 38.1 mm, 50.8 mm, 51 mm, 63.5 mm, 76 mm, 101.6 mm, 127 mm, 152.4 mm, 203.2 mm, 254 mm, 304.8 mm, 508 mm, 609.6 mm | |||
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Metric) | 0.3 mm | |||
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 0.25 in, 0.5 in, 0.6 in, 0.75 in, 1 in, 1.5 in, 2 in, 2.5 in, 3 in, 4 in, 5 in, 6 in, 8 in, 10 in, 12 in, 20 in, 24 in | |||
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 12 mil | |||
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyethylene | |||
| Product Color | Transparent |
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