3998 50MM BLACK

3998 Waterproof Cloth Tape Product Data Sheet Updated : March 1996 Supersedes : October 1993 Product Description A flexible polythene coated woven cloth tape, coated with an aggressive rubber adhesive. The cloth backing is strong but exhibits easy tear properties. An extremely versatile tape for a multitude of uses. Physical Properties Adhesive Type Rubber resin. Backing Polyethylene treated cloth. Thickness (ASTM D-3652) 320 µm Tape Colour White, Green, Red, Silver, Black, Light Blue, Olive drab 12 months from date of despatch by 3M when stored in the original carton at 21°C (70°F) & 50 % Relative Humidity Not for specification purposes Shelf Life Performance Characteristics Adhesion to Stainless Steel ASTM D-3330 5.0 N/10mm Tensile Strength 70.0 N/10mm Not for specification purposes ASTM D-3759 Elongation at Break 25.0 % ASTM D-3759 Temperature Range Maximum 50 °C Moisture Vapour Transmission 20 g/m²/24hr 2 Date : March 1996 3998 Waterproof Cloth Tape Application Techniques Best results are attained when applied to a clean, dry and non dusty surface above 0°C. To improve adhesion ensure firm and even application pressure is applied. Applications Ammunition container sealing. Colour coding. Specifications Patching and repairing. Duct sealing. General splicing, Packaging. FEATURES ADVANTAGES BENEFITS Polyethylene treated cloth backing. High strength. Excellent water/humidity resistance. Conformable. Easy tear. Good handling properties. Provides a strong versatile easy-to-use tape for general industrial use. Rubber resin adhesive. High tack adhesive. Adheres to a variety of surfaces. 3M waterproof cloth tape conforms to Def. Stan. Spec. 81-25/2. 3M is a trademark of the 3M Company. Values presented have been determined by standard test methods and are average values not to be used for specification purposes. Our recommendations on the use of our products are based on tests believed to be reliable but we would ask that you conduct your own tests to determine their suitability for your applications. This is because 3M cannot accept any responsibility or liability direct or consequential for loss or damage caused as a result of our recommendations.  3M United Kingdom PLC 1996 Specialty Tapes & Adhesives 3M United Kingdom PLC 3M House, 28 Great Jackson Street, Manchester, M15 4PA Customer Service : Tel 0161 236 8500 Fax 0161 237 1105 3M Ireland 3M House, Adelphi Centre, Upper Georges Street, Dun Laoghaire,Co. Dublin, Ireland Customer Service : Tel (01) 280 3555 Fax (01) 280 3509