Is 3M VHB strong?

3M VHB tape offers one of the strongest bonds out of any adhesive. In fact, VHB has been certified in the industry to have a very strong bond (it’s literally in the name).

How long does 3M VHB last?

24 months
All 3M™ VHB™ Tapes have a shelf life of 24 months from date of manufacture when stored at 40°F to 100°F (4°C to 38°C) and 0-95% relative humidity. The optimum storage conditions are 72°F (22°C) and 50% relative humidity.

What is the strongest tape you can buy?

T-Rex® Brute Force Built with Forge-Link™ Technology, an extreme tensile cloth, one loop of T-Rex Brute Force tape holds 700+ pounds of weight, making it the strongest duct tape on the market.

How much can 3M VHB hold?

3M Scotch 4950 VHB Double-Sided Tape Holding over 45 pounds during our test, this tape has 400 ounces per inch of adhesion. Ideal for interior and exterior structural bonding applications, 3M 4950 Double-Sided tape can even be used to replace rivets.

Is Gorilla Tape or T-Rex tape stronger?

The 17-mil T-Rex Tape, made by Shurtape (the parent company of Duck), is positioned as a direct competitor to Gorilla, even down to the terrifying animal mascot. The T-Rex tears easier than Gorilla, but that’s about the only category where it gets the edge. In every strength test, Gorilla was stronger.

When did 3M start using VHB bonding tape?

3M introduced 3M™ VHB™ Tapes in 1980 to replace screws, rivets and welds, and it was first used for bonding panels to the frames of ambulances. Rather than bonding at one point or even a series of points, this high-strength bonding tape distributes the stress load across the entire area of the joint.

Why is priming and abrading important when applying VHB tapes?

Getting the surface right up front can save time and trouble later. Cleaning helps form a better bond, and some contaminants require more attention than others. Priming and abrading can also improve the ability of the adhesive to stick to the substrate in certain situations.

How to get help with a 3m project?

Contact us if you need product, technical or application advice or want to collaborate with a 3M technical specialist, or give us a call at 1-800-831-0658. Need help finding the right product for your project?