RAISLETAPE54 3M, RAISLETAPE54 Datasheet - Page 8

• Manufacturer Part Number: RAISLETAPE54
• Description: TAPE ROHS AISLE MARKING 54' ROLL
• Manufacturer: 3M

Specifications of RAISLETAPE54

• Tape Type: Marking - Printed "Lead-Free Area"
• Backing, Carrier: PVC (Poly Vinyl Chloride)
• Thickness: 0.0060" (6.0 mils, 0.152mm)
• Width: 3.00" (76.20mm) 1/4'
• Length: 54' (16.5m) 18 yds
• Color: White, Green Print
• Usage: Aisle Marking
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Not applicable / Not applicable
• Temperature Range: -
• Adhesive: -
• Thickness - Adhesive: -
• Thickness - Backing, Carrier, Liner: -
• Other names: 51111764688; 80000954547

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Adhesive economics
In considering cost, consider more than just the cost per gallon or
roll. The true value of a 3M adhesive or tape is determined by
applied cost per unit. This includes adhesive coverage and the time
and labor to apply it. Coverage is usually expressed in terms of
adhesive thickness or weight.
For a true cost picture, there are a number of facts and questions to
consider; questions not only about the adhesive itself, but also
substrates, application methods, and more.
A common error is excessive or meaningless test standards that
might rule out satisfactory products. Use the lowest cost adhesive
consistent with end use performance.
100% adhesive coverage is not always necessary. 50% may be
completely satisfactory. Or even a single bead of adhesive or strip
of high strength tape.
High absorption materials, for example, soak up low viscosity
adhesives and need multiple coats. In that case, a higher viscosity
product or spraying is needed.
Many adhesives are now low or no VOC's, or 100% solids, and
require little or no special ventilation equipment. PSA tapes in
application are solventless.
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Has a realistic acceptance test conclusively screened
out a lower cost bonding solution?
Has a minimum coverage been determined that
consistently meets performance requirements?
Have all physical properties of the substrate
been considered?
Does the adhesive require special ventilation or
safety equipment?
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Equipment needs only be consistent with the desired production
rate. A collapsible squeeze tube may be all that’s necessary to bond
plastic parts. Tape can be simply rolled on by hand. If more demanding
equipment is needed for the application, 3M technical service will work
with you to evaluate processes and equipment.
The level of training will vary. A one-part structural adhesive will
require a more skilled operator than is necessary to seal a carton
with a hot melt adhesive.
Less expensive substrates and simplified designs can reduce overall
cost and increase the market appeal of the end product.
An evaluation of your answers will indicate an appropriate selection
of adhesives for the job and true cost. The final adhesive selection
will be based on a comparison between applied cost per unit and
specific required performance.
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Is the adhesive or tape easy to use to save
Can the adhesive or tape be applied with low cost
equipment, or even no equipment?
training time?
Does the adhesive or tape give the engineer greater
flexibility in design and materials?
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