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Double Coated Tape
with Adhesive 760
9579
Technical Data
Product Description
May, 2004
3M™ Double Coated Tape 9579 with 3M™ Adhesive 760 is a high-tack, hand-tearable,
double coated film tape with a pressure sensitive adhesive on each side of the carrier.
The medium firm adhesive features very high adhesion to a variety of surfaces, very
good shear holding power and offers one-piece removal from most substrates.
Faceside
1
Adhesive
Type/Thickness
760/0.003 in.
(0.076 mm)
Backside
2
Adhesive
Type/Thickness
760/0.003 in.
(0.076 mm)
Construction
Carrier Type/
Thickness
0.003 in.
(0.076 mm)
HDPE
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Liner Color/
Type/Print
Tape
Caliper
Liner
Caliper
Tape
Color
White, 62#
0.009 in.
0.004 in. White
Densified Kraft, (0.127 mm) (0.010 mm)
no print
Note 1: Faceside adhesive is on the interior of the roll, exposed when unwound.
Note 2: Backside adhesive is on the exterior of the roll, exposed when liner is removed.
Note 3: HDPE (High Density Polyethylene).
Typical Physical
Properties and
Performance
Characteristics
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or
typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Adhesion to stainless steel
ASTM D3330 - 90 degree, 2 mil Al foil
- 15 minute RT
- 72 hour RT
- 72 hour 158°F (70°C)
ASTM D3330 - 180 degree, 2 mil Al foil
- 72 hour RT
Adhesion to other surfaces
ASTM D3330 - 90 degree,
2 mil Al foil, 72 hour RT
Polyester
HDPE
Polycarbonate
Shear Strength - ASTM D3654
modified - (0.5 inch
2
sample size)
1000 grams at 72°F (22°C)
500 grams at 158°F (70°C)
Relative High Temperature
Operating Ranges:
Long Term (days, weeks)
Short Term (minutes, hours)
120°F (49°C)
150°F (66°C)
>10,000 min.
1600 min.
80 oz./in. (87 N/100 mm)
68 oz./in. (74 N/100 mm)
100 oz./in. (109 N/100 mm)
115 oz./in. (125 N/100 mm)
80 oz./in. (87 N/100 mm)
82 oz./in. (90 N/100 mm)
84 oz./in. (92 N/100 mm)
3M
™
Double Coated Tape with Adhesive 760
9579
Available Sizes
Available Lengths
(Subject to Minimum order requirements)
Standard
Maximum Length
1/4 in. to 7/16 in.
1/2 in. and greater
Available Widths
Custom Widths:
Minimum
Maximum
Normal Slitting Tolerance
Core Size (I.D.):
180 yds. (165 m)
360 yds. (330 m)
1/2 in. (12.7 mm), 3/4 in. (19.1 mm), 1 in. (25.4 mm),
1
1
/
2
in. (38.1 mm), 2 in. (50.8 mm)
1/4 in. (6.3 mm)
26 in. (660 mm)
± 1/32 in. (0.8 mm)
3.0 in. (76.2 mm)
36 yds. (33 m)
Features
• The high density polyethylene carrier in this product is hand-tearable, and provides
dimensional stability and improved handling with ease of die-cutting and lamination
compared to adhesive transfer tapes.
• 3M™ Adhesive 760 provides high tack adhesion to a variety of substrates, including
metals, plastics and glass as well as providing clean removal from many surfaces.
• Tape components are in compliance with Title 21 of the code of Federal Regulations
(21 CFR) as indirect food additives.
Application Techniques
Bond strength is very dependent on the amount of adhesive-to-surface contact
developed. Firm application pressure develops better adhesive contact and thus
improves bond strength. To obtain optimum adhesion, the bonding surfaces must be
clean, dry, and well unified. Some typical surface cleaning solvents are isopropyl
alcohol or heptane.*
*Note:
Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for
use when working with solvents. These cleaning recommendations may not
be in compliance with the rules of certain air quality management districts
in California; consult applicable rules before use.
Ideal tape application temperature range is 70°F to 100°F (21°C to 38°C). Initial
tape application to surfaces at temperatures below 50°F (10°C) is not recommended
because the adhesive becomes too firm to adhere readily. However, once properly
applied, low temperature holding is satisfactory
Application Ideas
• Core starting on metal cores
• Splicing rough surface materials or coated materials
• Temporary holding to wood, metal, plastic, concrete, linoleum or other surfaces
where clean removal is required.
Note:
Bond strength can exceed coating adhesion
that may cause coating delamination upon removal of tape.
• Bonding to UV cured coatings
• Splicing carpet backing
• End tabbing of metal coils
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3M
™
Double Coated Tape with Adhesive 760
9579
Application
Equipment
For dispenser information, contact your local 3M sales representative, or the toll free
3M sales assistance number at 1-800-362-3550.
Storage
Store in original cartons at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity.
Shelf Life
When stored under proper conditions, product retains its performance and properties
for 18 months from date of manufacture.
Product Use
All statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are based upon
tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable. However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect
the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application, including the conditions under
which the product is used and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to
perform. Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that the
user evaluate the 3M product to determine whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the
user’s method of application.
Certification/
Recognition
FDA
The components in 3M™ Double Coated Tape 9579 are in compliance with the requirements for use as
indirect food additives under Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR). The carrier material is
regulated under 21 CFR 177.1520 (c) (3.1) and (3.2) (Olefin polymers). All of the adhesive components
are regulated under 21 CFR 175.105 (Adhesives). As found in 21 CFR 175.105, there are usage
restrictions associated with all adhesives used around food. As indicated in this regulation, the adhesive
must either be separated from the food by a functional barrier or used subject to the following:
(1) In dry foods: used such that the quantity of adhesive that contacts the packaged dry food does not
exceed the limits of good manufacturing practice.
(2) In fatty and aqueous foods: the quantity of adhesive that contacts the packaged fatty and aqueous
food does not exceed the trace amount at the seams and at the edge exposure between packaging
laminates that may occur within the limits of good manufacturing practice.
It is the responsibility of the end user to ensure that his or her application is in compliance with these
usage restrictions.
Warranty and
Limited Remedy
Unless stated otherwise in 3M’s product literature, packaging inserts or product packaging for individual
products, 3M warrants that each 3M product meets the applicable specifications at the time 3M ships the
product. Individual products may have additional or different warranties as stated on product literature,
package inserts or product packages. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF
DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for determining whether the 3M product
is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective within the
warranty period, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation will be, at 3M’s option, to
replace the product or refund the purchase price.
Limitation of Liability
Except where prohibited by law, 3M and seller will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the
3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory
asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
ISO 9001: 2000
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This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001: 2000 standards.
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