ADHESIVE TAPE

ADHESIVE TAPE GUIDE

3F is a manufacturer of innovative, high performance pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes. Our proprietary emulsion acrylic
formulations offer solutions to virtually any bonding application. Since 1995, we have coated millions of square meters of
product annually for domestic and international clients.

Our in house R&D staff develops adhesive systems engineered to a broad range of applications, as well as, customer specific
requirements. Our state of the art production equipment, technical expertise and highly motivated staff offer innovation,
flexibility and value to give our customers both technical and cost competitive advantages.

Products include:
• Wide range of PSA formulations
• Transfer tapes
• Scrim supported transfers
• Double Coated tissue & film tapes
• Foam tapes
• Specialty Carrier, single coated tapes
• 1 - 28 mil coating capabilities
• Selection of liner types, paper, film & specialty
Sales | With many years of high performance, industry approved products and
an extensive selection of raw materials 3F is a proven source for guaranteed
solutions. For custom applications we are proud to develop a product specifically
with your required performance characteristics.

Our efficient and optimized processes, ranging from in-house adhesive

formulation to integrated converting technologies, enable 3F to expedite your
order. Our extensive production capacity ensures competitive pricing.

By closely cooperating with our customers and monitoring market trends we

are able to react quickly; adapting adhesive systems and taking advantage of
technological developments that offer innovative solutions in real time to an
ever changing market.

In order to achieve a fast and effective product implementation, we offer extensive

services such as trial runs, production prototypes, in-house lab testing, technical
support, and consultancy regarding sophisticated applications.

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3F Adhesive Types:
Primary adhesive formulations and characteristics

– Type A Pure emulsion acrylic. Moderate initial tack, high ultimate peel, shear & cohesive strength on a wide variety
of materials, high continuous temp range, excellent plasticizer and moisture resistance. RoHS & REACH
compliant.

– Type B Pure emulsion acrylic for medium to very high coat weight (1-28 mils) applications in automotive, construction.
Med-high initial tack, balanced peel/shear, aggressive bond strength to many substrates including wood,
flooring, carpet and concrete, very good plasticizer & moisture resistance. Low VOC, RoHS & REACH compliant.
ASTM E-84 Class A compliant*.

– Type C Pure emulsion High Temperature acrylic, engineered for high initial tack and peel adhesion to foams, non-
wovens and a variety of polar & non-polar substrates, excellent long-term shear adhesion/cohesive strength,
plasticizer resistant. Highest 3F acrylic SAFT rating.

– Type D Highly modified, soft emulsion acrylic. Extremely high initial tack/peel adhesion for bonding at very low
temperatures and to difficult surfaces, non-polar plastics, wood and PE foams. Good shear and temperature
resistance.

– Type E Pure emulsion acrylic, high initial tack & peel adhesion for bonding of cross linked PE, Urethanes, powder
coat and non-polar plastics, good shear adhesion, high moisture resistance for water-jet cutting. Plasticizer
resistant. Ultra-low VOC, RoHS & REACH compliant.

– Type FR Flame Retardant formulation, high initial tack/peel adhesion for bonding to a wide range of acoustic materials,
foams, low and high energy surfaces, plastics and metal. Refer to product chart for MVSS302 and ASTM E-84
tests certifications*.

– Type ABL Pure acrylic, Ultra-Low peel PSA, ultra-low tack/high shear applications such as glass separators.

– Type MR Moisture Resistant, pure acrylic formulation exhibits extremely high resistance to water. Balanced peel and
shear, wide temperature operating range. Limited availability.

– Type HM Hot Melt Rubber adhesive is available in a variety of tape formats. Very high initial adhesion to a wide range of
substrates. Good shear and temperature operating range.

The specifications in this brochure are reference points.

Product component changes can implicate value differences.
* Test documentation available
Modular Product Code
All 3F tapes utilize a 5 number and PSA type suffix, modular product code format

First number indicates adhesive type.

Second number indicates the type of carrier or support, if applicable.
Third number indicates the liner type.
The last two numbers are an internal description.
The letter suffix indicates the PSA family.

PSA TYPE CARRIER TYPE LINER PSA CODE

1 – acrylic 0 – none 0 – 55# Gold Glassine Type E
2 – rubber 1 – scrim 1 – 55# White Glassine
2 – rayon 2 – 72# White Kraft
3 – PET film 5 – 55# Brown Kraft
4 – tissue 6 – 72# Brown Kraft
5 – Fiberglass scrim 7 – Plastic film (PP, PE, PET options)

Example: 11513//B 1 1 5 13 //B

acrylic scrim brown kraft internal description Type B

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 TRANSFER
TRANSFER TAPES TAPES

Characteristics and applications:

• Transfer tapes with release liner, no carrier
• Commonly used for coating widths of 40“-60“
• Ideal for wide, full surface applications

Advantages of transfer (non-carrier) tapes:

• Very thin profile (no carrier used)
• Suitable for wide surface applications
• Cost efficient product design
• Various paper and film liners available

PEEL ADHESION
PSA INITIAL TACK
PRODUCT PSA TYPE CARRIER TYPE LINER Ultimate stainless
mil (range in mm) 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative
DIN EN 1939

10005//A Pure Acrylic Transfer 2.1 mil (0.05 - 0.06 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 54 oz/in ++

10008//A Pure Acrylic Transfer 3.1 mil (0.07 - 0.09 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 72 oz/in ++

2.4 mil PP film

10704//BZC Pure Acrylic Zone Coat Transfer 1.8 mil (0.04 - 0.05 mm) 54 oz/in ++
translucent white

2.4 mil PP film

10706//BZC Pure Acrylic Zone Coat Transfer 2.3 mil (0.05 - 0.06 mm) 65 oz/in ++
translucent white

10007//C Pure Acrylic Transfer 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 90 oz/in +++

10005//FR Pure Acrylic Transfer 2.1 mil (0.05 - 0.06 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 72 oz/in ++

10007//FR Pure Acrylic Transfer 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 79 oz/in +++

10010//FR Pure Acrylic Transfer 3.9 mil (0.09 - 0.11 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 90 oz/in +++

10205//D Modified Acrylic Transfer 2.1 mil (0.05 - 0.06 mm) 72# White Kraft 54 oz/in ++++

10007//E Pure Acrylic Transfer 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 90 oz/in +++
Transfer Tapes

10209//M Modified Acrylic Transfer 3.5 mil (0.08 - 0.09 mm) 72# White Kraft 90 oz/in +++

20209//HM Hot Melt Rubber Transfer 3.5 mil (0.08 - 0.09 mm) 72# White Kraft 108 oz/in ++++
 ZONE COATING:
Zone or Pattern Coating of 3F adhesives is offered. Alternating stripes
of PSA and dry zones are coated on PP film, EZ Release liner to create
linear patterns of transfer PSA. 3F ZC tapes can be laminated to foams,
shoddy, compressible fibers and other delicate acoustic materials.

Die cut parts created with a ZC transfer and EZ Release film liner
offer multiple finger-lift locations along the perimeter of any shape,
enabling the user to easily and quickly remove the special, tear
resistant release liner.

FLAME RETARDANT PSA:

Flame Retardant adhesive is available in several coating thicknesses.

Used in conjunction with flame retardant substrates, FR transfers can

add to test certification of complete composites used in automotive,
appliance and industrial noise abatement.

MOISTURE PLASTICIZER
SAFT
RESISTANCE RESISTANCE CHARACTERISTIC AND APPLICATION AREAS
40 g PSA | 500 g
1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative

Moderate initial tack builds over 24 hours, offers repositioning on many surfaces upon application, low
248 °F ++++ ++++
VOC and highly resistant to plasticizers.

Moderate initial tack builds over 24 hours, offers repositioning on many surfaces upon application, low
248 °F ++++ ++++
VOC and highly resistant to plasticizers.

Automotive PSA type, 25 mm adh / 25 mm dry zone coated on ultra EZ release PP film release liner,
230 °F +++ +++
engineered for fragile non-wovens.

Automotive PSA type, 25 mm adh / 25 mm dry zone coated on ultra EZ release PP film release liner,
230 °F +++ +++
engineered for fragile non-wovens.

High tack, high shear, high temperature PSA for use on many automotive and HVAC foams, PVC/NBR,
270 °F +++ +++
EPDM, crush foam and others.

194 °F +++ +++ Flame retardant formulation. Tested to MVSS 302 specifications.

Flame retardant formulation. Certified test to ASTM E-84, NFPA 255, UBC -1 and UL 723. Tested to
194 °F +++ +++
MVSS 302 specifications.

194 °F +++ +++ Flame retardant formulation. Tested to ASTM E-84 specifications.

194 °F ++ ++ Ultra-high peel acrylic transfer, excellent bonding to a wide variety of LSE surfaces.

Excellent adhesion to XLPE, ether, ester and other foams, LSE plastics. Ultra-low VOC, EZ release
203 °F +++ +++
glassine liner for use on compressible fibers.

Modified acrylic transfer, high adhesive mass for bonding to melamine acoustic foam and other
212 °F +++ ++
difficult to bond substrates.

Synthetic rubber PSA formulation with excellent quick stick to most surfaces, good temperature
158 °F +++ +
range. **Maximum 48” web width.

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 SCTIM
SCRIM TAPESTAPES

Characteristics and applications:

• Benefits of both Transfer and D/C tapes
• Open scrim offers more access to PSA mass,
as with transfers
• Scrim increases dimensional stability of parts, as
with D/C tapes
• Reduced liner confusion
• Faster laminating rates
• Hand tear, fiberglass and indestructible scrim
options

PEEL ADHESION
PSA INITIAL TACK
PRODUCT PSA TYPE CARRIER TYPE LINER Ultimate stainless
mil (range in mm) 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative
DIN EN 1939

11008//A Pure Acrylic Scrim 3.1 mil (0.07 - 0.09 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 72 oz/in ++

11513//B Pure Acrylic Scrim 5.1 mil (0.12 - 0.14 mm) 55# Tan Kraft 72 oz/in +++

11523//B Pure Acrylic Scrim 9.0 mil (0.22 - 0.24 mm) 55# Tan Kraft 97 oz/in ++++

11535//B Pure Acrylic Scrim 13.0 mil (0.30 - 0.40 mm) 55# Tan Kraft 108 oz/in ++++

11545//B Pure Acrylic Scrim 17.0 mil (0.40 - 0.50 mm) 55# Tan Kraft 125 oz/in ++++

11007//C-EZ Pure Acrylic Scrim 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 72 oz/in +++

11707//C Pure Acrylic Scrim 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 60 micron PP film 72 oz/in +++

11007//D Modified Acrylic Scrim 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 90 oz/in ++++

11005//E Pure Acrylic Scrim 2.1 mil (0.05 - 0.06 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 54 oz/in +++
Scrim Tapes

11007//E-EZ Pure Acrylic Scrim 2.9 mil (0.07 - 0.08 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 72 oz/in +++

21008//HM Hot Melt Rubber Scrim 3.1 mil (0.07 - 0.09 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 108 oz/in ++++
 Quality Control

Quality control is an integral component of our QM system and ensures

continuous product conformity.

It begins with the pre-selection of the raw materials and continues with
the monitoring and inspection of the material quality to guarantee agreed
specifications.

For general product evaluation, standardized and proven test methods are
applied. For individual requirements, customer provided material can also
be tested based on the particular application.

As another distinctive feature our testing procedure evaluates the aging resistance of our adhesive system which
enables us to declare specific outcomes as covered through product life cycle guarantees.

MOISTURE PLASTICIZER
SAFT
RESISTANCE RESISTANCE CHARACTERISTIC AND APPLICATION AREAS
40 g PSA | 500 g
1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative

Scrim supported version of transfer PSA increasing ease of fabrication, dimensional stability.
248 °F ++++ ++++
Moderate initial tack, low VOC and highly resistant to plasticizers. Not recommended for kiss-cutting.

Scrim supported version of transfer PSA increasing ease of fabrication, dimensional stability. High
230 °F +++ +++
initial tack, high resistance to moisture and aging. Not recommended for kiss-cutting.

Added coat weight scrim tape for permanent bonding of stair treads, skirting, base boards, carpets and
230 °F +++ +++
many interior construction surfaces. ASTM E-84-05: Flame Spread - 5 Smoke Gen - 5. Rating: Class A.

230 °F +++ +++ Medium-high coat weight tape option. Scrim reinforcement for added dimensional stability of slit rolls.

Extreme high mass of PSA for adhesion to irregular, textured and difficult surfaces and substrates.
230 °F +++ +++
ASTM E-84-05: Flame Spread - 5 Smoke Gen - 10. Rating: Class A.

Increased coat weight Type C PSA scrim tape combined with EZ release glassine liner provide high
270 °F +++ +++
adhesion, dimensional stability and easy part application in production.

Scrim tape combined with a high strength Polypropylene film liner for conformable part application,
270 °F +++ +++
high dimensional strength and rip proof liner removal.

Economical coat weight, ultra high initial tack modified acrylic scrim tape for bonding to difficult
149 °F ++ ++
substrates, LSE plastics and most foams. Moderate plasticizer resistance.

Economy coat weight scrim supported version of Type E low VOC transfer, high adhesion to XLPE, LSE
203 °F +++ +++
plastics and a wide range of foams.

High adhesion, added dimensional stability and easy release from delicate acoustic substrates, LSE
203 °F +++ +++
plastics and more. High release glassine liner. Ultra-low VOC.

Aggressive bond strength for a wide variety of foams, foams and substrates. Good shear, high
158 °F ++++ +
moisture resistance.

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 DOUBLE-SIDED
DOUBLE-SIDED TISSUE TAPES TISSUE TAPES

Characteristics and applications:

• Tapes with thin tissue carrier
• Log rolls, or slit roll are available in various sizes
• Developed for specific applications, suitable for
splicing applications

Advantages of tissue carrier tapes:

• Flexible and thin carrier improves dimensional
stability
• Tissue allows for conformable lamination to
uneven surfaces
• Hand tearable in applications
• Slit and full web rolls available

PEEL ADHESION
PSA INITIAL TACK
PRODUCT PSA TYPE CARRIER TYPE LINER Ultimate stainless
mil (range in mm) 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative
DIN EN 1939

14208//E Pure Acrylic Tissue non-woven 3.6 mil (0.08 - 0.10 mm) 72# Kraft 72 oz/in +++

14012//E Pure Acrylic Tissue non-woven 5.2 mil (0.12 - 0.14 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 90 oz/in ++++

14212//E Pure Acrylic Tissue non-woven 5.2 mil (0.12 - 0.14 mm) 72# Kraft 90 oz/in ++++

14212//D Modified Acrylic Tissue non-woven 5.2 mil (0.12 - 0.14 mm) 72# Kraft 72 oz/in ++++
Tissue Tapes

24008//HM Hot Melt Rubber Tissue non-woven 3.4 mil (0.08 - 0.09 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 108 oz/in ++++

24212//HM Hot Melt Rubber Tissue non-woven 5.2 mil (0.12 - 0.14 mm) 72# Kraft 125 oz/in ++++

13108//D Modified Acrylic 1 mil PET film 3.9 mil (0.09 - 0.11 mm) 55# White Glassine 54 oz/in ++++

13115//E Pure Acrylic 1 mil PET film 7.0 mil (0.17 - 0.19 mm) 55# White Glassine 29 oz/in / 72 oz/in ++/+++

Modified/Pure
Film Tapes

13010//ABL/D 1 mil PET film 4.0 mil (0.11 - 0.13 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 4 oz/in / 54 oz/in +/++++
Acrylic

23208//HM Hot Melt Rubber 1 mil PET film 3.1 mil (0.07 - 0.09 mm) 72# Kraft 108 oz/in ++++
 DOUBLE-SIDED
DOUBLE-SIDED FILM TAPES FILM TAPES

Characteristics and applications:

• Adhesive tapes with durable film carrier
• PSA options, coated with the same or dissimilar
PSA types on each side
• High moisture barrier PET option

Advantages of film carrier tapes:

• High dimensional stability tape structure
• Strict isolation of differential PSA coating on each
side
• Customizable coating thickness side to side for
specific applications
• Narrow slit and full web rolls available differential
coating applications

MOISTURE PLASTICIZER
SAFT
RESISTANCE RESISTANCE CHARACTERISTIC AND APPLICATION AREAS
40 g PSA | 500 g
1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative

203 °F +++ +++ Interior auto anti-squeak Felts, Foams, Shoddy. Added dimensional stability. Clean die-cutting.

Excellent for automotive interior acoustics Felt, Foams, PE, Shoddy. Economical glassine liner.
203 °F +++ +++
Certified VDA 278 - VOC: 12 ppm. FOG: 29 ppm. TSM 0508G - VOC: < 17 ppm.

Excellent for automotive interior acoustics Felt, Foams, PE, Shoddy. Clean die-cutting, Kiss-cutting,
203 °F +++ +++
conformable. Certified VDA 278 - VOC: 12 ppm. FOG: 29 ppm. TSM 0508G - VOC: < 17 ppm.

194 °F +++ ++ Very high initial tack, high adhesion to LSE plastics, felt, shody, XLPE. 72# Kraft liner for kiss cutting.

Synthetic rubber, tissue supported permanent PSA. High bonding, splicing. **48” maximum web width
158 °F ++++ +
available.

Synthetic rubber, tissue supported permanent PSA. High bonding, Kiss-cutting, splicing. **48”
158 °F ++++ +
maximum web width available.

High initial tack PSA coated 2 sides, 1.5mils each. Bonding of a wide range of substrates with 1 mil
194 °F ++ ++
PET carrier dimensional stability. Economical glassine liner.

Hi/Low differential PSA tape for use in trade show flooring, temporary signage and other removable
– +++ +++ applications*. High adhesion side bonds well to a variety of surfaces, high shear PSA on liner side for
removability in may instances. *Suitability is determined by user.

Hi/Ultra-low tape for very low peel/high shear PSA releases from glass and smooth surfaces for Glass
– ++ ++
separator pads and protective foam blocks*. *Suitability is determined by user.

Aggressive bond strength to a wide variety of foams and substrates. Good shear, high moisture
158 °F +++ +
resistance. 1 mil carrier offers high dimensional stability.

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 DOUBLE-SIDED
DOUBLE-SIDED RAYON TAPES RAYON TAPES

Characteristics and applications:

• Tapes with tough rayon carrier
• Carrier substrate offers a unique combination of characteristics for both bonding and gap filling
• Developed for specific applications, carpet and underlayment installation

Rayon non-woven fabric tape is specially developed for

the Trade Show & Exhibit industry but also can be used in
other markets and applications.

Various PSA combinations are available to suit specific

requirements. PSA combinations range from acrylic or
rubber high-bond permanent adhesive to low peel/high
shear acrylic.

The added thickness of the rayon creates a conformable,

gasket effect in dissimilar material and uneven surface
bonding. Applications include carpet & tile bonding,
signage mounting, CNC vacuum table part mounting tape
and others.

PEEL ADHESION
PSA INITIAL TACK
PRODUCT PSA TYPE CARRIER TYPE LINER Ultimate stainless
mil (range in mm) 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative
DIN EN 1939

Rayon non-woven
12118//ABL Pure Acrylic 7.2 mil (0.18 - 0.20 mm) 55# White Glassine 29 oz/in +
fabric
Rayon Tapes

Rayon non-woven
12118//HiLo Pure Acrylic 7.2 mil (0.18 - 0.20 mm) 55# White Glassine 72 oz/in / 29 oz/in +/+++
fabric

Rayon non-woven
22018//HM Hot Melt Rubber 7.2 mil (0.18 - 0.20 mm) 55# Gold Glassine 108 oz/in ++++
fabric

2 - 15 mm PE Foam
35000/1/0 Hot Melt Rubber Closed cell, – – 36 oz/in (Foam Tear) ++++
25 - 30 kg/m³

1 - 3 mm PE Foam
37000/0/P Pure Acrylic – 60 micron PP film 18 oz/in (Foam Tear) +++
Foam Tapes

Closed cell

1 mm PE Foam
37000/0/Mount Hot Melt Rubber – 55# White Glassine 65 oz/in (Foam Tear) ++++
Closed cell
 PE FOAMPE FOAM
TAPESTAPES

Characteristics and applications:

• Cross-linked PE carrier foam, highly aging and weather resistant
• Various densities available
• Ideal as a glazing tape, sealing applications, heat isolation, or
as transportation protection

Advantages of PE foam tapes:

• High aging resistant acrylic PSA option
• High quick bond strength hot melt rubber PSA option
• Long roll length spools available for maximum manufacturing
productivity

MOISTURE PLASTICIZER
SAFT
RESISTANCE RESISTANCE CHARACTERISTIC AND APPLICATION AREAS
40 g PSA | 500 g
1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative 1 to 4 | 3F PSA relative

Double-sided low tack carpet installation tape for commercially available flooring. Form stable fabric
261 °F ++ +++
carrier, user-friendly paper liner. Blue Angel Certification possible.

High/low installer tape for commercially available floorings. Form stable fabric carrier, user-friendly
– ++ +++
paper liner. Blue Angel Certification possible.

Double-sided, high-tack adhesive, for permanent applications. Suitable as fixing aid during mounting
158 °F +++ +
application.

Unique self-wound sealing foam tape for gap sealing, gasketing on a wide range of surfaces. High tack
158 °F ++++ +
performance and superior aging.

Excellent adhesion to most smooth, even surfaces. High tack performance and superior aging. DIN
270 °F ++++ ++++
18542 compliance for prevention of intrusion of water from wind driven rain.

Mirror Mounting Tape, highly aggressive bond to mirror finishes and low energy surfaces. Superior
176 °F ++++ + internal foam strength withstands high weight loads. Safe for indoor & outdoor applications, avoiding
direct UV exposure.

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Coating Capabilities
Emulsion Acrylic

• 5 coating lines
• 1-28 mils coating thickness
• 40”-60” web width
• Wide variety of liner options
• Trimmed/Untrimmed rolls
• Single-coated specialty facer

Hot Melt Rubber

• 1-8 mils coating thickness

• 48” maximum web width
• Wide variety of liner options
• Trimmed/Untrimmed rolls
• Single-coated specialty facer

Specialized Options
• Spooling of long length rolls
– Tissue, scrim and foam tapes
– Up to 1.5” depending on tape style
• Finger-Lift liner
– 1 or 2 side option
– Paper, PP, PET liner options
• Specialty Liner configurations
– Lapped and Split liner
 Contract Toll Coating
• Coating of customer specified materials
• Contract coating of OEM substrates
– Non-wovens, fabrics, films
• Zone Coating
• Finished roll sizes to client specification
• Specialty PSA combinations for D/C tapes

Converting Capabilities
• Jumbo length master rolls
• Customized short length rolls
• 3” and 6” cores
• Slit rolls 0.25” and up
• Fully automatic slitting/packaging equipment
• Rewind slitting of foam tapes & transfers
• Private label coating, converting & packaging
– Custom facer substrates, cores, boxes,
– shrink sleeves

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