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June, 2009
3M™ Scotch® Strapping Tape 8898
Product Description
Scotch® Strapping Tape 8898 is a general-purpose tape with a tensilized polypropylene lm backing and
pressure-sensitive synthetic adhesive. The tape is designed for a wide variety of industrial and packaging
applications. Some typical applications include bundling, reinforcing, strapping, box closing, and appliance
securing. The backing provides proper sti ness and excellent abrasion, moisture, and scu resistance. The
pressure-sensitive adhesive is speci cally formulated to provide balanced adhesion to most berboard
surfaces and a wide variety of plastic and metal surfaces. We suggest tests be completed to determine
suitability particularly on surfaces other than those previously mentioned.
3M™ Scotch® Strapping Tape 8898
Technical Information Note
The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for speci cation purposes.
Typical Physical Properties
Property
Values
Method
Backing Color
Blue, Ivory
Total Tape Thickness
0.12 mm
Backing
Tensilized polypropylene
Adhesive
Pressure-sensitive synthetic rubber
resin
4.6 mil
ASTM D3652
Typical Performance Characteristics
180° Peel Adhesion
8.2 N/cm
75 oz/in
82 N/100mm
2800 N/100mm
160 lb/in
Property: 180° Peel Adhesion
Method: ASTM D3330
Dwell/Cure Time: 72 hr
Substrate: Stainless Steel
Backing: 2 mil Aluminum Foil
notes: 12 in/min (305 mm/min)
Tensile Strength
280 N/cm
Property: Tensile Strength
Method: ASTM D3759
Elongation at Break: 32 %
Methods
ASTM D3759
Storage and Shelf Life
Store behind present stock. Store in a clean, dry place. Temperature of 40-80°F (4-26°C) and 40-50% relative humidity are recommended. Rotate your stock.
To obtain best performance, use this product within 18 months from date of manufacture.
Trademarks
Scotch is a registered trademark of 3M.
3M™ Scotch® Strapping Tape 8898
References
Property
Values
3m.com Product Page
https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/ScotchStrapping-Tape-8898?N=5002385+3293242202&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=8898
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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