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3M 1599B Polypropylene Flexible Duct Closure Tape

TC2600/3M 1599B

3M™ Venture Tape™ UL181B-FX Polypropylene Duct Tape 1599B is a UL printed UV resistant bi-axially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) tape coated with a cold weather acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive.

UL181B-FX Listed and UL printed
Excellent as a flexible duct closure tape
UV resistant film backing

Color: Gray / Silver

Backing/Carrier Material: Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene Film - BOPP

Adhesive Type: Cold Weather Acrylic

TotalThickness: 3.1 mil

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Overview

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Features

UL181B-FX Listed and UL printed
Excellent as a flexible duct closure tape
UV resistant film backing
Acrylic adhesive is designed to perform in cold weather applications
Perform well in a broad range of temperatures and in high humidity conditions
Excellent conformability to curved and irregular surfaces

Specifications

Color	Gray / Silver
Backing/Carrier Material	Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene Film - BOPP
Adhesive Type	Cold Weather Acrylic
Total Thickness	3.1 mil
Backing/Carrier Thickness	1.6 mil
Adhesive Thickness	1.5 mil
Adhesive Strength	38 oz/in
Tensile Strength	32 lb/in
Elongation	213%
Minimum Temperature Performance	-40°F
Maximum Temperature Performance	185°F
UL Printed	Yes
Cold Temperature Application	Yes

Compliance

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Resources

Technical Data Sheet

Experience superior sealing performance with 3M Venture Tape UL181B-FX Polypropylene Duct Tape 1599B, engineered for air ducts and connectors. Its acrylic adhesive ensures reliable adhesion across extreme temperatures from -40 °F (-40 °C) to 185 °F (85 °C), even in cold or humid conditions. The bi-axially oriented polypropylene backing conforms to irregular surfaces, making it ideal for sealing fiberglass, foam, metal, and fibrous materials. With a clearly printed UL181B-FX safety rating, this silver duct tape offers dependable durability for both hot and cold environments.

Sealing flexible air ducts
Sealing air connectors
Securing flex ducts

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