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3M technologiesfor die-cutting toprecisely what thecustomer wants

3M™ Performance LabelMaterials including bubble-free adhesive

3M™ Single Coated Tapesincluding polyester, crepe, and sealing tape

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3M™ VHB™ Tapesand other double coated tapes

3M™ AdhesiveTransfer Tapesand more

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3M “Go To” Products for labeling, bonding,fastening, protecting, shielding, enhancing, and more

The following is a shortcut M.A.P. (Markets • Applications • Products) to a few of the many 3M innovativesolutions to help customers design, build, and market better products.

3M™ Thermal Transfer Label Material 7871

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• White polyester facestock for durability, dimensionalstability, and resistance to tearing and a widetemperature range

• 3M™ High Holding Acrylic Adhesive 350 forresistance to solvents and up to 350°F short term

• Bond to LSE, powder coated, and texturedsurfaces in appliance, automotive, lawn andgarden, electronics and other markets

• Tracking labels with durable bar code forlong term scanning accuracy indoors,outdoors, and in extreme conditions

• Rating information bonded to oily metal

3M™ Removable Label Material FP016902

• White polypropylene facestock with thermal stabilitysuitable for masking

• 3M™ Ultra Removable Adhesive R3500– Clean removal without adhesive residue– Good initial tack and long-term adhesion– Multi-repositionable

3M™ Tamper Evident Label Material 7381

• White polyester facestock; transfers white “VOID”message to labeled surface when removed

• Compact “VOID” pattern for small labels

• 3M™ High Strength Adhesive 300 bonds well to awide variety low and high surface energy materials

3M™ Overlaminate Label Material 7735FL

• Acrylate with excellent clarity for protection of labelsharpness and color

• Special UV resistance properties for reliable long termoutdoor performance

• 3M™ Low Temperature Acrylic 400 for laminationreliability in low temperature exposure

3M™ Performance Label Material 7220SA

• Unique microchannels throughout the adhesive allowsair to flow from between the label adhesive and substrate;labels go on smoothly and stay that way

• 3M™ High-holding Acrylic 350 with microchannelsbonds to HSE and LSE materials including oily metal

• White polyester top coated facestock for durability

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• Secure alternative to static cling labels formetal and HSE and LSE plastics in medicaldevices, computers and hand-heldelectronics, automotive interiors, andother markets

• Temporary identification, informational andinstructional labels

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• Alert customers to unwanted access, opening,or tampering in pharmaceuticals, software,electronic and electrical products, medicaldevices, warehousing, and more

• Secure closure of OTC pharmaceuticals

• Enforce non-transferable warranties incomputers and electronic devicesM

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• Up to five years of protection for labels invirtually any outdoor application

• Warning, informational, and brandinglabels on electrical enclosures, lawn andgarden equipment, farm implements,construction equipment, and more

• Graphic overlays for sport vehiclesMarkets&

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• Bubble-free, hand-applied large labels forappliances, lawn and garden, constructionequipment, metal enclosures, and more

• Warning and use information on chemicaldrums, industrial process equipment,forklifts, and more

• Graphic overlays for sport vehiclesMarkets&

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3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 468MP

• 3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 200MPfor outstanding adhesion to metal and high surfaceenergy plastics

• Up to 400°F short term heat resistance

• High shear strength to resist slippage andedge lifting

3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 9471LE

• 3M™ Low Surface Energy Acrylic Adhesive 300LSEfor outstanding adhesion to low surface energyplastics, powder coated paints, and oily metal

• Up to 300°F short term heat resistance

• Good chemical and humidity resistance

3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 9505

• 3M™ Industrial Acrylic Adhesive 220 with goodshear strength for general purpose bonding withmost metal and high surface energy plastics

• Up to 350°F short term heat resistance

• Good chemical resistance

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• Industry standard for graphic attachment toHSE surfaces in appliances, transportationand automotive, electronics, and generalindustrial applications

• Control panels and membrane switches forrange, dishwasher and other appliances

• Under the hood rating plates and warningsMarkets&

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• Most popular 3M tape for graphic attachmentto LSE surfaces in appliances, transportationand automotive, electronics, and generalindustrial applications

• Electronic medical device graphics

• Hand-held device nameplates, keypads,and decorative panelsM

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• Economical alternative to 468MP for graphicattachment to HSE surfaces in appliances,transportation and automotive, electronics,and general industrial applications

• Exterior nameplate and trim for RVs

• Control panels and membrane switches forin-plant industrial processing equipmentM

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3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 9626

• 3M™ Laminating Adhesive 360 for quick, strongbonding using less adhesive on a broad range ofLSE and HSE materials

• Up to 350°F short term heat resistance

• Low ooze, low odor, and excellent for die-cutting

• Quick sure stick with HSE and LSE materialsin electronics, transportation, appliances,medical devices, and more

• Gasket attachment

• Plastic housing and component assembly

• Attach die-cut parts for noise damping

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3M™ Silicone LaminatingAdhesive Tape 9122

• Holds on contact without priming for high shearand good peel strength bonding of silicone rubbersand foams, and other LSE materials

• Stable release over time without splintering and nosecond liner to increase removal time

• 12-month shelf life to reduce waste

• Bond silicone and other hard-to-bondmaterials in automotive, electronics,appliances, and medical devices

• Gaskets exposed up to 500°F short term

• Brake shim bonding

• Flexible keypad bonding

• Attach die-cut noise damping partsMarkets&

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3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 9485PC

• 3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 350 withhigh tack and shear strength, and high chemicalresistance

• Wide temperature performance range from -40°F to450°F (short term)

• PCK liner for reduced edge burr, increasedmoisture stability, and resistance to curling

• High strength for bonding metals, HSE andLSE materials, and foams in electronics,medical devices, transportation, appliances,and more

• LED lens attachment in cell phones

• Splicing metal coils

• Gasket attachmentMarkets&

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3M™ VHB™ Tape Family 5952P

• Double-coated acrylic foam tape with strength toreplace screws, rivets, and welds in bonding andsealing metal, glass, and many plastics

• PCK liner for reduced edge burr, increasedmoisture stability, and resistance to curling

• Choice of thicknesses: 0.4. 0.6, 0.8, 1.1,and 1.6 mils

• Permanently bond and seal HSE and LSEmaterials on contact in assembly of signage,metal enclosures, office partitions, metaldesks and cabinets, appliances, and more

• Bond powder coated metal stiffeners tometal panels

• Bond and seal hand-held device housingMarkets&

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3M™ VHB™ Tape 4941

• Double-coated acrylic foam tape with strength toreplace screws, rivets, and welds in bonding andsealing metal, glass, and many plastics

• DK liner for reduced edge burr on metal plates andfor rotary processing

• Plasticizer resistant

• Permanently bond and seal HSE and LSEmaterials on contact in many markets

• Bond polycarbonate lens over LCD

• Bond pre-painted metal in trucks

• Bond muntin bars to windows

• Mount vinyl wiring ductsMarkets&

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3M™ Double Coated Tape 9832

• 3M™ High Tack Acrylic Adhesive 300MP withimmediate handling strength for a wide range ofHSE and LSE materials

• Up to 300°F short term heat resistance

• PET carrier for dimensional stability

• Immediate handling strength and secureadhesion for many woodworking andcabinetry applications including veneering,refacing, laminating, and edge banding,without special equipment

• Excellent adhesion to foam for cushioning,noise damping, and gasketing

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3M™ Double Coated Tape 9629PC

• 3M™ Laminating Adhesive 360 on both sides of aPET carrier for easy handling and quick, strongbonding using less adhesive

• Up to 350°F short term heat resistance

• PCK liner for reduced edge burr, increasedmoisture stability, and resistance to curling

• Quick sure stick with HSE and LSE materialsin electronics, transportation, appliances,medical devices, and more

• Lens bonding

• Nameplate and rating plate attachment

• Decorative trim attachment

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3M™ VHB™ Adhesive Transfer Tape F9473PC

• 3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 100MPwith high shear strength, higher peel strength thanmost other acrylics, and high chemical resistance

• Wide temperature performance range from -40°F to500°F (short term)

• PCK liner for reduced edge burr, increasedmoisture stability, and resistance to curling

• Very high strength for bonding metals andother HSE materials used outdoors and inharsh environments for many markets

• Brake pad bonding

• Lighting fixture assembly

• Gasket attachment

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3M™ FastenerSJ3530 Hook/SJ3531 Loop

• Economical nylon hook and loop with 3.9 mmengaged thickness

• Synthetic rubber adhesive with high initial adhesionand good shear strength for indoor use

• Reliable performance at up to 90°F

3M™ FastenerSJ3572 Hook/SJ3571 Loop

• Nylon hook and loop with 3.8 mm engaged thickness

• Acrylic adhesive with high shear strength formetals and medium to high surface energy materialsin indoor and outdoor applications; resistance tohumidity, UV, and most chemicals

• Reliable performance at up to 200°F

• Approximately 250 stems per square inch with 5.7 mmengaged thickness

• Rubber-based adhesive for bonding many plasticsand low surface energy materials in indoor use

• Reliable performance at up to 120°F

3M™ Dual Lock™ ReclosableFastener SJ3870

• Approximately 250 stems per square inch with6.1 mm engaged thickness

• Modified acrylic adhesive for many plastics,powder coat paints, and more in indoor/outdoor use;little or no surface preparation

• Reliable performance at up to 180°F

3M™ Dual Lock™ ReclosableFastener SJ4570 Low Profile

• 2.5 mm engaged thickness (half of standard 3M™

Dual Lock™ Reclosable Fasteners)

• Low surface energy acrylic adhesive for metals,powder coat paints, glass, and medium to lowsurface energy materials in indoor use

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• Up to 5,000 openings and closings,attachments and detachments for medicaldevices, P.O.P and trade show exhibits,transportation, home and office, and more

• Adjustable brace closure for ankle and foot

• Attach cushioning in helmets and luggage

• Fasten decorative trim to window valanceMarkets&

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• Up to 5,000 openings and closings,attachments and detachments for hightemperature applications in transportation,electrical, and more

• Hold access panels, headliners, and trimin vehicle interiors

• Hold removable tent flooringMarkets&

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• Up to 1,000 higher strength closures forindoor or interior applications in home andoffice, electrical, and more

• Hold wiring channel access panels inmoveable partitions of office modules

• Fasten hand-held controller to industrialprocess equipment when not in useM

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• Up to 1,000 higher strength closures forindoor or outdoor applications requiringhigher performance adhesive

• Hold access panels and seat cushions inemergency vehicles

• Hold ceiling and floor access panels intrains and busesM

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• Up to 100 higher strength closures withthinner appearance for home and office,transportation, electronics, and more

• Hold plastic display shelves

• Hold dashboard and interior vehicle trim

• Fasten sound system speaker fronts

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3M™ Dual Lock™ ReclosableFastener SJ3540

3M™ FastenerSJ3506 Thin Hook/SJ3507 Thin Loop

• Thin polypropylene hook and polyester loopwith 1 mm engaged thickness

• Acrylic adhesive with high shear strength andlong-term durability

• Reliable performance at up to 120°F

• Up to 25 openings and closings,attachments and detachments for P.O.P,exhibits, displays, signage, home andoffice, electronics, and more

• Attach flexible graphic to the backwall of aportable exhibit

• Attach display transparency to light boxMarkets&

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Scotch® Paint Masking Tape 231/231A

• Crepe paper with rubber adhesive for best-in-classholding power with critical paint lines and cleanremoval on high valued products or processes

• Best all purpose masking tape

• Total thickness: 7.6 mils (0.19 mm)

Scotch® High PerformanceMasking Tape 232

• Crepe paper with rubber adhesive for best-in-classholding power with critical paint lines and cleanremoval on high valued products or processes

• Total thickness: 6.3 mils (0.16 mm)

Scotch® Paint Masking Tape 2364

• Crepe paper with rubber blend adhesive for reliablemasking and clean removal from most surfaces

• Cost effective high temperature performance

• Total thickness: 6.5 mils (0.165 mm)

Scotch® Flatback Tape 2517

• Flat stock paper with high backing strength; rubberadhesive with high holding power to many surfaces

• Performs at up to 300°F

• Total thickness: 6.4 mils (0.16 mm)

3M™ Polyester Tape 8992

• Polyester with pressure sensitive silicone adhesiveto grab on contact for reliable masking with bakingat up to 400°F

• Stays in place when pressed into corners and resistsshrinking, curling, and edge lifting but removeswithout adhesive residue

• Total thickness: 3.3 mils (0.08 mm)

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• Powder coat paint masking for applicationsin appliances, automotive, construction,electronics, electrical, outdoor furniture,and more

• Masking front and side panels of ranges,refrigerators, washers, dryers, and ranges

• Masking outdoor stadium seatingMarkets&

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• Class I masking for aerospace, automotive,specialty vehicles, marine, and more withup to 300°F bake cycles for 30 minutes

• Combine with 3M fine line tape for marinegelcoat separation

• Hold gross masking paper during farmimplement paintingM

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• Class I masking for aerospace, automotive,windows and doors, commercial andspecialty vehicles, and more with up to250°F bake cycles for 30 minutes

• Secure masking with clean removal fromEPDM rubber

• Window sash maskingMarkets&

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• Class II masking for automotive, specialtyvehicles, electrical enclosures. and mostindustrial applications of functional coatingsor where fine paint lines are not critical; upto 300°F bake cycles for 30 minutes

• Splicing and heavy duty maintenance

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• Reliable masking and clean removal fromsurfaces with thick-coat paint or caulk inmost industrial applications

• Web splicing in paper mills

• Holding and bundling for applicationsthroughout a plant or work site

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• Fine line masking with sharpest possiblepaint lines for commercial vehicles,motorcycles and helmets, heavy equipment,RVs, automotive aftermarket, and more

• Seal riveted seams

• Lane marking and hazard identification

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3M™ Vinyl Tape 4712

• Conformable vinyl with synthetic rubber adhesiveand “color throughout” that resists scrapes,weathering, wear, and chemicals

• High initial adhesion and clean removal frommetal, concrete, and many other surfaces

• Linered for handling and die-cutting

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3M™ Extreme Sealing Tape 4412N

• Pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive sticks on contactto many metals and plastics without drying time,dripping, oozing, and clean-up

• Conforms over contours, edges, rivets and screwheads for a water tight seal

• Ionomer film backing resists yellowing, cracking,and edge lifting

3M™ Bumpon™ Protective ProductsRollstock SJ5832

• Resilient elastomer with natural rubber pressuresensitive adhesive for die-cut shapes that bondwhen pressed to most smooth surfaces

• Shapes cushion impact and damp noise indefinitely

• High coefficient of friction for skid resistance; noagents to mar surfaces

3M™ PTFE Film Tape 5490

• Gray self-lubricating PTFE backing with lowcoefficient of friction

• Pressure sensitive silicone adhesive for quick stickand long-term resistance of up to 400°F

• Conforms to curves and contours

• Protects surfaces from chemicals

3M™ Aluminum Foil Tape 427

• Silver, dead soft aluminum with acrylic adhesive foradhesion to many surfaces

• Resist abrasion and seal against moisture, chemicals,and solvents

• Linered for handling and die-cutting

• Long-term applications in electronics,aerospace, transportation, appliances andother areas requiring characteristics suchas high thermal conductivity, heat orlight reflectivity, and flame resistance

• Masking during chemical paint stripping

• Seal out moisture in truck door panel holesMarkets&

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• Add a slippery surface for applications inprinting, appliance, maintenance and repairoperations, automotive, packaging,electronics, and more

• Wrap web rollers to help improve processing

• Resist build-up from hot plastic on heat barduring bag sealingM

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• Add a margin of safety wherever slamming,scratching, nicking, scuffing, sliding, noise,or vibration could be a problem

• Add resilient skid-resistant feet/spacers toelectronic equipment to protect desk tops

• Mute the sound and cushion the impact ofclosing cabinet doors and drawersM

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• Quick, durable, neat sealing in construction,specialty vehicles, enclosures, and more

• Seal metal or plastic gutters and downspouts

• Seal metal roofs and vent stackson buildings, trailers, and RVs

• Seal underground cable enclosures

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