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3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 Slate Blue, 48 mm x 54.8 m, 24 per case Individually Wrapped

3M ID  70006413457     
3M(TM) Duct Tape 8979
3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 has a unique tape construction that allows for both permanent and temporary applications indoor and outdoor. It is removable with little or no adhesive residue from most opaque surfaces up to 6 months after application. The backing is also UV resistant for up to one year of outdoor exposure.
  • Clean removal up to 6 months outdoors.
  • Moisture resistant duct tape.
  • Tested according to UL 723, ASTM E84
  • Transportation, aerospace, automotive, commercial vehicle, RV, bus, truck, ship yards, military, metal working, furniture, electronics, solar, trailer manufacturing and woodworking.
  • Sealing, holding, bundling, reinforcing, identifying, tabbing, wrapping, paint masking, splicing and protecting.
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Overview

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3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 has backing that is curl resistant and conformable making it easy to handle and apply. The rubber adhesive bonds well to most surfaces and has excellent initial stick. Once in place, it stays where you put it. Provides easy unwind from the roll making it convenient to use and minimize user fatigue. Ideal for demanding duct tape applications in the construction, electrical HVAC, industrial, marine and plumbing markets. Used for patching, bundling, moisture proofing, sealing, splicing and temporary repair. Tested according to UL 723, ASTM E84.

Typical physical and performance characteristics include: thickness: 12.6 mils, adhesion to steel: 52 oz./in. width, tensile strength: 36 lbs./in. width, elongation at break: 21%, temperature use range: Up to 200(deg)F.

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Specifications

Adhesion to Steel oz/in (N/100 mm) 48 (53)
Adhesive Type Rubber
Backing Material Polyethylene over cloth scrim/rubber
Brand 3M
Color Blue
Diameter 18.52934
Elongation 19 Percent
Length 60 Linear Yard
Length (Metric) 54.8 Linear Metre
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) 93 Degree Celsius
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) 200 temperature
Meets Specifications UL 723
Product Form Roll
Shelf Life 18 Month
Tensile Strength lb/in (N/100 mm) 36 (630)
Thickness 12.1 mil
Thickness (Metric) 0.3 Millimetre
Width 1.88 Inch
Width (Metric) 48 Millimetre

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