thin vhb tapes, 5909
At NEDC it seems like everything is getting smaller. Gaps to fill, parts to cut, leadtime to place.. Another thing that keeps getting smaller is electronics. With 3M VHB Tapes, there is no problem there. 3M VHB Tapes are used globally, and provide assistance with the technology that drives our everyday lives. At one time, permanent bonds would be a challenge with thin cross sections. Now, with 3M Thin Foam VHB Tapes, there is no problem.
Properties & Different Availability of Thin VHB Tapes
There are a few different variations of 3M VHB Tapes available, 5907, 5908, 5906, 5909, 5981, 4914, and others. These tapes have a thin profile. These tapes absorb stress and shock. Similar to other VHB Tape Products, these tapes replace conventional fasteners by providing a permanent, durable bond that we are used to with VHB. Due to their closed-cell nature of the foam the tapes are made up of, these tapes prevent water intrusion by providing a great gasket, or seal. In addition to the great sealing to water intrusion, its good for dust, and other particulates that may be present in consumer, or industrial applications where handheld displays may be required. As mentioned, applications revolve around electronics due to the thin VHB Tapes nature of being aesthetically pleasing while also providing great durability amidst the significant stresses of daily drops, impacts, and rattling. Applications include: tablets, phones, laptops, notebooks, auto displays, medical displays, and smart speakers.
3M VHB Tape Options for Thin Profiles
5906(.006’’) .15mm- Color Black
5907(.008’’) .20mm- Color Black
5908(.010’’) .25mm- Color Black
5909(.012’’) .30mm- Color Black
4914(.010’’) .25mm-Color White
5981 (.008”-.016”) .2mm-.4mm- Color Black
Why Kiss-Cut? Especially these VHB Tapes Require Kiss-Cutting
For these thin gauge VHB Tapes, its a good idea to get them kiss-cut on rolls because these tapes are thin, so they don’t have a ton of meat to grab onto. When the cases like this happen, I encourage customers to get these Thin VHB Tapes on liners already kiss-cut to prevent issues handling during assembly.
Note: 5981 is a good VHB Tape to try instead if kiss-cutting isn’t your thing. This VHB Tape has a thin film carrier instead of the non-reinforced options mentioned above.
Note on Release Liners
All of these materials are self-wound with a polyester release liner for protection during transit, packaging, and shipping before it gets to its use.
More Information on Thin VHB Tapes
These tapes are self-wound on PET liners and paper liner for 4914. VHB Thin Foam Tapes are easy to die-cut and apply. NEDC is an authorized 3M Converter meaning we can provide all of these materials in die-cut formats, or kiss-cut formats. All of these tapes mentioned above come in a dark black color and the 4914 in white. For more information on thin profile VHB Tapes, or you have a question about 3M VHB Tapes, please contact sales@nedc.com.
Datasheets
VHB Tape Thin Products Datasheet (5906, 5907, 5908, 5909)
VHB Info Datasheet (includes 4914 Data)