3 Co-Extruded Polyethylene Protective Tapes 2A04 2A05 2A10 2A12 (Clear) Technical Data September, 2004 Product Description 3M Co-Extruded Polyethylene Protective Tapes 2A04, 2A05, 2A10 and 2A12 have a low-tack adhesive system to help provide temporary protection for a variety of surface protection applications. Backing Adhesive Colors Standard Roll Size Construction Multi-polymer* Acrylic Clear** 48 in. (1200 mm), 60 in. (1500 mm), 72 in. (1800 mm) x 1000 ft. (304.8 m) to 5000 ft. (1524 m) *Resins used in the construction of the film backing are proprietary. **Contact your local 3M representative for additional information on available colors. Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or Typical Physical typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. Properties and Performance Nominal Results ASTM Test Method Characteristics Adhesion to Steel: 3M tape 2A04 3M tape 2A05 3M tape 2A10 3M tape 2A12 D-3330 (oz./in. width) 1 2 2 4 Tack Level: Very Low Very Low Very Low Low Tensile Strength: 4500 PSI / 3.1 MPA D-882, D-3759 (Break or Yield) Elongation: 600% D-882, D-3759 (Break or Yield) Total Tape Thickness: 2.0 mils (0.05 mm) D-3652 Features Acrylic adhesive is non-corrosive, non-staining for stable performance and clean removal to help reduce labor costs. Enhanced conformability to products which are subjected to severe forming or fabrication to help reduce reworks. Increased break strength for easier removabiltiy without tearing or slivering to help reduce labor costs. Application Ideas Automotive plastic (interior) trim. Graphic Arts aluminum signs painted gloss, gloss screenprinted nameplates and polished polycarbonate. Plastics sheeting: polished polycarbonate, polyester and acrylic. Metals anodized bright specular aluminum. Architectural Panels and Garage Doors smooth and painted-gloss. General CRT screens glass, LCD screens glass, pots and pans. 3M Co-Extruded Polyethylene Protective Tapes 2A04 2A05 2A10 2A12 (Clear) Application Techniques For optimum performance, these tapes should be applied and removed at a temperature not less than 60F (16C) and avoid prolonged exposure to direct UV sunlight. Prolonged exposure to UV light may affect the performance of the tape. Storage Store under normal conditions of 60 to 80F (16 to 27C) and 40 to 60% R.H. in the original carton. Shelf Life To obtain best performance, use these products within 12 months from date of manufacture. For Additional To request additional product information or to arrange for sales assistance, call toll free Information 1-800-241-2031 or 828-465-3053. Address correspondence to: 3M/PolyMask, 500 Thornburg Dr., P.O. Box 309, Conover, NC 28613. Our fax number is 1-800-672-3038 or 828-465-2404. 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If the PolyMask Corporation product is defective within the warranty period, your exclusive remedy and PolyMask Corporations sole obligation will be, at PolyMask Corporations option, to replace the product or refund the purchase price. Limitation of Liability Except where prohibited by law, 3M Company and PolyMask Corporation will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the PolyMask Corporation 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 product was manufactured under a quality system registered to ISO 9001:2000 standards by PolyMask Corporation, a joint venture of 3 3M and Sealed Air Corporation, and is sold by PolyMask Corporation with 3M acting as the sales representative of PolyMask Corporation. Industrial Business Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division 3M is a trademark of 3M Company used 3M Center, Building 21-1W-10, 900 Bush Avenue Recycled Paper under license by PolyMask Corporation. St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 40% pre-consumer Printed in U.S.A. www.3M.com/protectivetapes 10% post-consumer 3M 2004 70-0709-0963-8 (9/04)