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Preservation Sealing Tape
4811
Technical Data
June,
2010
Product Description
3M™ Preservation Sealing Tape 4811 is a white polyethylene backing with a unique
rubber adhesive that provides excellent performance as an industrial preservation tape.
Product Construction
Backing
White polyethylene
Adhesive
Unique rubber
formulation
Color
White
Standard Roll Length
36 yds. (33 m)
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:
Backing Thickness:
Total Tape Thickness:
Water Vapor Transmission Rate:
Temperature Use Range:
30 oz./in. width (36 N/100 mm)
15 lbs./in. width (260 N/100 mm)
490%
7.5 mils (0.18 mm)
9.5 mils (0.24 mm)
1.3g
H
2
O/m
2
/24 hrs.
Up to 170°F (77°C)
D-3330
D-3759
D-3759
D-3652
D-3652
D-3833
Features
• Effective for many outdoor applications in hot and cold weather over one year
with quick, clean removal.
• Can be applied from freezing to 120°F (49°C), removed at 0°F (-18°C).
• May be easily dispensed from a hand dispenser.
• White polyethylene backing provides good conformability for many irregular
surfaces.
• Blends well with white film covering for a clean, professional and attractive
appearance.
Application Ideas
• Seals and protects various types of industrial and military equipment in shipment
and storage.
3M
™
Preservation Sealing Tape
4811
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
Many factors beyond 3M’s control and uniquely within user’s knowledge and control can affect the use
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.
Warranty,
Limited Remedy,
and Disclaimer
Unless an additional warranty is specifically stated on the applicable 3M product packaging or product
literature, 3M warrants that each 3M product meets the applicable 3M product specification at the time
3M ships the product. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OR CONDITION ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE.
If the 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
Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product,
whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted,
including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
ISO 9001: 2000
This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001: 2000 standards.
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