3M™ VHB™ Tape 4951
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Highlights
- Fast and easy-to-use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability
- Virtually invisible fastening keeps surfaces smooth
- Can replace mechanical fasteners (rivets, welds, screws) or liquid adhesives for transparent applications
- White, 0.045 in (1.1 mm), low temp applicable acrylic adhesive on a firm, foam core
- Eliminate drilling, grinding, refinishing, screwing, welding and associated clean-up
- Creates a permanent seal against water, moisture and more
- Pressure sensitive adhesive bonds on contact to provide immediate handling strength
- Allows the use of thinner, lighter weight and dissimilar materials
Dream, Design, Deliver with 3M™ VHB™ Tape 4951. It is a white, 0.045 in (1.1 mm), low temp appliable adhesive on both sides of a firm, acrylic foam core. It can replace rivets, welds and screws. It offers design flexibility with its viscoelasticity and powerful ability to bond to a variety of surfaces.
3M™ VHB™ Tape 4951 is in the 4951 family of 3M™ VHB™ Tapes. These tapes utilize a low temperature appliable adhesive that can be bonded down to 32°F (0°C). 3M™ VHB™ Tape 4951 utilizes a firm foam. It can be used on a variety of substrates including metals, glass and high surface energy (HSE) paints and plastics. Applications for this tape include stiffener, panel, decorative material and trim attachment.
Recommended Applications
General purpose bonding
Decorative material and trim
Attach roof to roof bows
Security devices
Nameplates and logos
Panel to frame
Stiffener to panel
An Unconventional Foam Tape
3M invented 3M™ VHB™ Tapes in 1980 as the first of their kind. These unique tapes combine conformability with a strong, permanent bond. The result is a family of extraordinarily strong tapes that adhere to a broad range of substrates. 3M™ VHB™ Tape is a proven alternative to screws, rivets, welds and other forms of mechanical fasteners. Skyscrapers, cell phones, electronic highway signs, refrigerators, architectural windows and more all rely on this specialty bonding tape for one or more steps in the assembly, mounting, fastening and sealing process. This trusted and reliable tape offers a consistent bond, outstanding durability and excellent solvent and moisture resistance. 3M stands by all of its products and is there to provide you with design guidance and technical support when you need it.
Proven Reliability from 3M™ VHB™ Tapes
3M™ VHB™ Tape offers a durable bond in a way that mechanical fasteners can't. This tape enhances the appearance of finished goods by eliminating rivets and screws while providing immediate handling strength. In most cases, fastening with 3M™ VHB™ Tape is a quicker process than drilling, fastening, or using liquid adhesive. This versatile line of t
Typical Properties
| Adhesive Type | Acrylic |
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Acrylic Foam |
| Brands | VHB™ |
| Core Size (metric) | 76.2 mm |
| Foam Type | Firm |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Industries | Metalworking, Signage, Appliance, Consumer Goods, Converter Solutions, Transportation, General Industrial, MRO |
| Liner Material | PET |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 149 ℃ |
| Product Colour | White |
| Shelf Life | 24 Month |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (metric) | 1.1 mm |
| Units per Case | 6.0, 9.0, 12.0, 18.0 |
| Overall Length (Metric) | 32.9 Metre, 32.92 Metre, 33 Metre |
| Overall Width (Metric) | 12.7 mm, 19.05 mm, 25.4 mm, 38.1 mm, 50.8 mm |
Resources
VHB™ Tape - Specialty TapesData Sheets
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| Overall Width (Metric) | 12.7 mm, 19.05 mm, 25.4 mm, 38.1 mm, 50.8 mm | |||
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Acrylic Foam | |||
| Product Colour | White | |||
| Overall Length (Metric) | 32.9 Metre, 32.92 Metre, 33 Metre | |||
| Adhesive Type | Acrylic |
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