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3M™ Performance Flatback Tape 2525
Last Revision Date: June, 2015
Product Description
3M™ Performance Flatback Tape 2525 is used in holding, splicing or masking applications where high adhesion strength, high temperature capability and high backing
strength are required.
Product Features
• Has excellent adhesion and backing strength levels and is resistant to moist conditions.
• Colored backing provides high visibility and is easily picked up by sensing equipment.
• Capable of withstanding 300°F (149°C) bake cycle for 1 hour.
• Not recommended for outdoor applications or prolonged periods of sunlight exposure as tape may become very difficult to remove.
Technical Information Note
The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Typical Physical Properties
Property
Values
Additional Information
Backing
Flat stock paper
Adhesive Type
Rubber
Color
Orange
Total Tape Thickness
9.5 mil (0.241 mm)
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0.241 mm
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Test Method: ASTM D3652
Total Tape Thickness
Test Method: ASTM D3652
Typical Performance Characteristics
Property
Values
Tensile Strength
85.8 N/cm (49 lb/in)
Additional Information
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Test Method: ASTM D3759
180° Peel Adhesion
7.5 N/cm (69 oz/in)
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69 oz/in
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49 lb/in
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2%
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Test Method: ASTM D3330
Notes: 12 in/min (300 mm/min)
180° Peel Adhesion
Test Method: ASTM D3330
Notes: 12 in/min (300 mm/min)
Tensile Strength
Test Method: ASTM D3759
Elongation at Break
Test Method: ASTM D3759
Long Term Temperature Resistance
149 °C (300 °F)
Long Term Temperature Resistance
300 °F
Available Sizes
Property
Values
Standard Roll Length
55 m (60 yd)
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Notes: Available in metric widths (eg, 24 mm corresponds to 1 inch).
Standard Roll Length
60 yd
Notes: Available in metric widths (eg, 24 mm corresponds to 1 inch).
Storage and Shelf Life
Store under normal conditions of 70°F (21°C) and 50% R.H. in the original carton.
To obtain best performance, use this product within 18 months from date of manufacture.
Bottom Matter
3M
Industrial Business
Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division
3M Center, Building 225-3S-06 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
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800-362-3550 • 877-369-2923 (Fax)
www.3M.com
Trademarks
3M is a trademark of 3M Company.
Handling/Application Information
Application Examples
Can be used in many holding, masking, and splicing applications where a high visibility tape is desired. It can also be used for various types of edging and binding
applications.
References
Property
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3m.com Product Page
https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/3M-Performance-Flatback-Tape-2525/?
N=5002385+3293242218&rt=rud
Safety Data Sheet SDS
https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/SDS-search/results/?
gsaAction=msdsSRA&msdsLocale=en_US&co=ptn&q=2525
ISO Statement
This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001 standards.
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