Extra Heavy Duty Duct Tape
6969
Technical Data
March 2017
Product Description
3M™ Extra Heavy Duty Duct Tape 6969 is an industrial strength duct tape
composed of an abrasion resistant, polyethylene film over a dense cloth scrim
water proof backing with an aggressive rubber adhesive used for demanding
duct tape applications.
Backing
Polyethylene
film over
cloth scrim
Adhesive
Rubber
Colors
Black,
olive,
silver
Standard Roll Length
60 yds. (54.8 m)
Standard Roll Width
Black and olive:
1.89 in. (48 mm)
Silver: 1.89, 2.83 in.
(48, 72 mm)
Product Construction
Typical Physical
Properties
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
representative or typical only and should not be used for specification
purposes.
ASTM Test Method
Adhesion to Steel:
Tensile Strength:
Elongation at Break:
Thickness:
Temperature Use Range:
Burn Test:*
51 oz./in. width (56 N/100 mm)
34 lbs./in. width (595 N/100 mm)
16%
10.0 mils (0.25 mm)
Up to 200°F (93°C)
Flame Spread Index
Smoke Developed Index
0
5
E-84
D-3330
D-3759
D-3759
D-3652
*ASTM
E-84, UL-723, NFPA 255, and UBC 8-1 are publications of the same test method.
Features
• Offers industrial strength backing, easy tear, and abrasion resistance.
• Olive color is useful for military applications.
• Low tack roll edges (48 mm) so edges stay cleaner for less surface
contamination, and less waste.
• Individual roll wrap (48 mm) that preserves integrity of the roll for less waste.
• Polyethylene coated cloth scrim that resists moisture to prolong tape bond.
• Rubber adhesive that adheres aggressively to most surfaces for good holding
power.
Application Ideas
• A good choice of tape for HVAC, industrial, construction, abatement,
trucking and automotive industries.
• Reinforcing, bundling, moisture proofing, sealing, splicing, temporary repair.
• Hanging poly, repairing and splicing tarps, seaming.
3M
™
Extra Heavy Duty Duct Tape
6969
Storage
Store under normal conditions of 60° to 80°F (16° to 27°C) and 40 to 60%
R.H. in the original carton.
Shelf Life
To obtain best performance, use this product within 18 months from
date of manufacture.
Technical Information
The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are
based upon tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such
information is not guaranteed.
Product Use
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and performance of a 3M product in a particular application. Given the variety of factors that can affect
the use and performance of a 3M product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M product and
determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s method of application.
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Limited Remedy,
and Disclaimer
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3M product does not conform to this warranty, then the sole and exclusive remedy is, at 3M’s option,
replacement of the 3M product or refund of the purchase price.
Limitation of Liability
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whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted,
including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
ISO 9001:2008
This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001:2008 standards.
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