3M™ Scotch® Filament Tape 893

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

Clear

Total Tape Thickness

0.135 mm

5.3 mil

ASTM D3652

Backing

Polypropylene

Adhesive

Pressure-sensitive rubber resin

Reinforcement

Glass yarn

Typical Performance Characteristics

180° Peel Adhesion

Backing

Notes

Substrate

5.5 N/cm

50 oz/in

2 mil Aluminum Foil

12 in/min (300 mm/min)

72 hr dwell on Stainless Steel

55 N/100mm

Stainless Steel

Property: 180° Peel Adhesion

Method: ASTM D3330

Tensile Strength

525.4 N/cm

5254 N/100mm

300 lb/in

Property: Tensile Strength

Method: ASTM D3759

Methods

ASTM D3759

Handling/Application Information

Application Techniques

An extensive line of application equipment including hand-held manual dispensers and an automatic L-clip applicator are available. Application of Scotch® Filament

Tape 893 is most easily accomplished at room temperature.

At colder temperatures, approaching 32°F (0°C), the adhesive becomes rmer. Once applied, Scotch® Tape 893 performs well throughout the normal temperature

ranges typically encountered by packaged products in shipping and storage environments.

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 24 months from date of manufacture.