Electroplating Tape
470
•
470L
Technical Data
February, 2011
Product Description
3M™ Electroplating Tape 470 is a conformable and abrasion-resistant vinyl tape
with excellent resistance to most chemicals used in typical electroplating processes.
3M™ Electroplating Tape 470L is a linered version of 3M vinyl tape 470 that may
be used for die-cutting or large area applications.
Product Construction
Backing
Pigmented
vinyl
Adhesive
Rubber
Liner
Tape 470 - none
Tape 470L - white paper
Color
Tan
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 at Break:
Elongation at Break:
Backing Thickness:
Total Tape Thickness
(without liner)
:
Liner Thickness:
Temperature Use Range:
37 oz./in. width (40.4 N/100 mm)
20 lbs./in. width (350 N/100 mm)
180%
6.3 mils (0.16 mm)
7.1 mils (0.18 mm)
6.1 mils (0.15 mm)
Up to 250°F (121°C)
D-3330
D-3759
D-3759
D-3652
D-3652
D-3652
Features
• Excellent resistance to most chemicals used in typical electroplating operations.
• Prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures (above 250°F/121°C) and hot
caustics may cause weakening of the adhesive bond.
• Can be qualified to meet Federal Specification HH-T-0025 (GSA-FSS)
Ammendment 2.
• Resists most common solvents, care should be taken to avoid ketones, chlorinated
hydrocarbons, and esters, found in lacquer thinners, degreasers, paint strippers,
etc., which may cause the backing to swell or curl.
• Vinyl backing is conformable
• Backing accepts marker ink and is printable in using the thermal transfer process.
3M
™
Electroplating Tape
470 • 470L
Application Ideas
• Masking during many electroplating operations, including both flat strip and
overlapping masks.
• Wrapping, patching, coated racks and masking many irregular surfaces.
• Labeling.
• Sealing containers from water intrusion.
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.
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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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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.
Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division
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