3M™ Double Coated Tape GPT-020F
3M™ Double Coated Tape GPT-020F is a transparent, 200 micron (8 mil) thick adhesive tape featuring a clear polyester carrier and delivered on a BOPP film liner. It employs a modified solventless acrylic adhesive that ensures high peel and shear performance, facilitating strong adhesion to a wide range of substrates, including both high and some low surface energy materials. With its high initial tack and humidity resistance, this tape offers ease of handling and converting during application. It provides exceptional temperature resistance, withstanding up to 375°F (190°C) with 500g/1”x1” and up to 320°F (160°C) with 1000g/1”x1” per SAFT, PSTC 17. Offering versatility with purpose, it enables bonding to a diverse array of substrates, from high to low surface energy, making it a reliable choice for various applications.
- Strong Bond on Multiple Surfaces: Designed to bond securely to both high and low surface energy materials, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
- High Initial Tack: Provides an instant, reliable bond to help speed up assembly and improve production efficiency.
- Excellent Long-Term Performance: Delivers strong peel strength and shear resistance for durable, long-lasting bonding.
- Humidity Resistant: Maintains excellent bonding performance even in humid and challenging environments.
- High Temperature Resistance: Performs reliably at temperatures up to 190°C (short term) and 90°C (continuous use).
- 200 Micron Thick Adhesive: Offers the ideal balance of strength, flexibility and durability for industrial bonding applications.
- Transparent PET Carrier: The clear polyester carrier provides stability while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.
- Easy to Handle & Convert: BOPP film liner allows smooth application and supports efficient die-cutting, laminating and converting processes.
- Suitable for Indoor & Outdoor Use: Delivers dependable performance across a variety of environmental conditions.
- Versatile Industrial Solution: Ideal for bonding plastics, metals, foams, films, signs, trims and other components across multiple industries.
| Adhesive Type | Modified Acrylic |
| Applications | Assembling, Attaching, Bonding, High Strength Adhesion, High Tack Adhesion, Holding, Joining, Laminating, Mounting, Splicing, Tabbing |
| Back-Side Adhesive Type | Modified Acrylic |
| Backing (Carrier) Material | PET |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric) | 0.012 mm |
| Brands | 3M™ |
| Face-Side Adhesive Thickness (metric) | 0.095 mm |
| Face-Side Adhesive Type | Modified Acrylic |
| Features | Double-sided |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Industries | Appliance, Converter Solutions, Craft, General Industrial, MRO, Metalworking, Point of Purchase, Print, Signage, Specialty Vehicles |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 149 ℃ |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | -40 ℃ |
| Primary Liner | Polypropylene |
| Primary Liner Colour | White |
| Primary Liner Thickness (Metric) | 0.1 mm |
| Product Form | Roll, Sheet |
| Product Usage | Appliances, Automotive Interiors, Decorative Trim Parts, Displays, Electronic Device Components, Films, Foam, Foils, Frames, Gaskets, High Surface Energy Materials, Home Decor, Light Boxes, Logos, Low Surface Energy Materials, Medical Equipment, Molding, Nameplates, Panels, Plaques, Platens, Point of Sale Advertising, Shades, Signs, Trim |
| Size | As per your requirement |
Recommended Applications
- Nameplate & Logo Mounting: Perfect for securely attaching nameplates, logos, badges, and branding labels.
- Foam & Gasket Bonding: Ideal for bonding foam pads, seals, gaskets, and insulation materials.
- Plastic & Metal Assembly: Creates strong bonds between plastic, metal, and other industrial materials.
- Electronic Device Assembly: Suitable for mounting displays, electronic components, and device housings.
- Decorative Trim Attachment: Used for fixing decorative trims and moldings in automotive and appliance applications.
- Signage & Display Manufacturing: Ideal for assembling signs, light boxes, point-of-sale displays, and promotional graphics.
- Laminating & Splicing: Excellent for laminating films, foils, and paper, as well as splicing applications.
- Appliance Manufacturing: Used for bonding panels, trims, and internal components in home appliances.
- Medical Equipment Assembly: Suitable for bonding lightweight parts in medical devices and healthcare equipment.
- General Industrial Bonding: A reliable solution for mounting, joining, and assembling components across various industries.
- What is 3M™ Double Coated Tape GPT-020F used for?
It is used for bonding plastics, metals, foams, films, nameplates, electronic components, trims, and other industrial materials where a strong and reliable bond is required. - What materials can GPT-020F bond to?
It bonds well to a wide variety of materials, including metals, plastics, foams, films, glass, and both high and some low surface energy substrates. - Does the tape provide an instant bond?
Yes. It has a high initial tack, allowing components to be handled immediately after application. - Is GPT-020F suitable for high-temperature applications?
Yes. It can withstand temperatures up to 190°C for short periods and 90°C during continuous use. - Is the tape resistant to humidity?
Yes. It offers excellent humidity resistance, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments. - Can it be used for die-cutting and converting?
Yes. The PET carrier and BOPP film liner make the tape easy to die-cut, laminate, and process during manufacturing. - Is this tape suitable for indoor and outdoor use?
Yes. It is designed to perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor applications. - Which industries commonly use 3M™ GPT-020F?
It is widely used in automotive, electronics, appliance manufacturing, signage, printing, metalworking, medical equipment, and general industrial applications. - What is the thickness of GPT-020F?
The tape has a total thickness of 200 microns (0.20 mm), providing a strong yet flexible bonding solution. - Why choose 3M™ Double Coated Tape GPT-020F?
It offers excellent adhesion to a wide range of materials, high initial tack, outstanding temperature and humidity resistance, and easy converting performance—making it an ideal choice for professional industrial bonding applications.
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