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3M 8979 Black Residue Free Duct Tape

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3M 8979 Residue Free Duct Tape

8979

3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 is constructed of polyethylene film laminated to cloth with a rubber adhesive. This tape has a unique product construction for indoor and outdoor applications. This tape is removable with little or no adhesive residue from most opaque surfaces up to six months after application. 3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 is also resistant to delamination and deterioration when exposed to UV outdoors for up to one year.

  • Outdoor, UV-tolerant duct tape maintains versatile performance when exposed to the elements
  • Removes cleanly from most opaque surfaces after up to six months of UV exposure and weather
  • Sticks immediately and stays on for up to one year without deterioration
Backing/Carrier Material: Polyethylene Coated Cloth Scrim
Adhesive Type: Rubber
TotalThickness: 12.1 mil
Overview

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Features

Features

  • Outdoor, UV-tolerant duct tape maintains versatile performance when exposed to the elements
  • Removes cleanly from most opaque surfaces after up to six months of UV exposure and weather
  • Sticks immediately and stays on for up to one year without deterioration
  • Strong water-resistant backing resists wear and light abrasion
  • Provides a tight, moisture-resistant seal in many containment situations
  • Conforms to irregular surfaces without lifting
  • Available Colors: Black, Slate Blue, Olive
Specifications

Specifications

Backing/Carrier Material Polyethylene Coated Cloth Scrim
Adhesive Type Rubber
Total Thickness 12.1 mil
Adhesive Strength 48 oz/in
Tensile Strength 36 lb/in
Elongation 19%
Minimum Temperature Performance 40°F
Maximum Temperature Performance 200°F
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Compliance

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