High Strength Double Coated Tape

with Adhesive 300LSE

93010LE • 93015LE • 93020LE
Technical Data January, 2011

Product Description 3M ™ Double Coated Tapes with 3M™ Adhesive 300LSE provides high bond
strength to most surfaces, including many low surface energy plastics such as
polypropylene and powder coated paints. The acrylic adhesive also provides
excellent adhesion to surfaces contaminated with oil typically used with machine
parts.

Construction Faceside1 Backside2

Information Adhesive Carrier Adhesive Liner Total
Product Type Type Type Color, Type, Thickness
Number Thickness Thickness Thickness Caliper3 (w/o liner)

3M™ Double 300LSE Clear 300LSE Tan, 58#

Coated Tape Polyester Polycoated Kraft
93010LE 0.044 mm 0.012 mm 0.044 mm 0.11 mm 0.10 mm
(1.7 mil) (0.5 mil) (1.7 mil) (4.2 mil) (3.9 mil)

3M™ Double 300LSE Clear 300LSE Tan, 58#

Coated Tape Polyester Polycoated Kraft
93015LE 0.069 mm 0.012 mm 0.069 mm 0.11 mm 0.15 mm
(2.7 mil) (0.5 mil) (2.7 mil) (4.2 mil) (5.9 mil)

3M™ Double 300LSE Clear 300LSE Tan, 58#

Coated Tape Polyester Polycoated Kraft
93020LE 0.095 mm 0.012 mm 0.095 mm 0.11 mm 0.20 mm
(3.7 mil) (0.5 mil) (3.7 mil) (4.2 mil) (7.9 mil)

Note 1: Faceside (FS) adhesive is on the interior of the roll, exposed when unwound.
Note 2: Backside (BS) adhesive is on the exterior of the roll, exposed when liner is removed.
Note 3: The caliper listed is based on a calculation from manufacturing controlled adhesive
coat weights using a density of 1.012 g/cc.
3M™ High Strength Double Coated Tape with Adhesive 300LSE
93010LE • 93015LE • 93020LE

Typical Physical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
Properties and or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Performance
Characteristics

3M™ Double Coated Tape

Product Number 93010LE 93015LE 93020LE
Adhesive 300LSE 300LSE 300LSE
Tape Thickness 0.10 mm 0.15 mm 0.20 mm
Breakdown Voltage 5600 volts 6900 volts 7500 volts
Dielectric Strength 1400 volts/mil 1200 volts/mil 900 volts/mil
Adhesion 15 min dwell @ RT oz/in N/cm kg/25.4mm oz/in N/cm kg/25.4mm oz/in N/cm kg/25.4mm
Modified ASTM D-3330 SS 85 9.3 2.4 SS 100 10.9 2.8 SS 155 17.0 4.4
180 degree peel PC 110 12.3 3.1 PC 130 14.2 3.7 PC 165 18.1 4.7
2 mil Al foil backing ABS 80 8.8 2.3 ABS 85 9.3 2.4 ABS 145 15.9 4.1
PP 95 10.4 2.7 PP 105 11.5 3.0 PP 155 17.0 4.4

Adhesion 72 hr dwell @ RT oz/in N/cm kg/25.4mm oz/in N/cm kg/25.4mm oz/in N/cm kg/25.4mm
Modified ASTM D-3330 SS 110 12.0 3.1 SS 125 13.7 3.6 SS 170 18.6 4.8
180 degree peel PC 140 15.3 4.0 PC 165 18.1 4.7 PC 180 19.7 5.1
2 mil Al foil backing ABS 110 12.0 3.1 ABS 125 13.7 3.6 ABS 155 17.0 4.4
PP 110 12.0 3.1 PP 135 14.8 3.9 PP 175 19.2 5.1

Shear Strength at RT
Modified ASTM D-3654
10,000 Minutes 10,000 Minutes 10,000 Minutes
1 inch2 sample size
1000 grams
Shear Strength at 158°F (70°C)
Modified ASTM D-3654
10,000 Minutes 10,000 Minutes 10,000 Minutes
1 inch2 sample size
500 grams

Features • This tape has a film carrier which can add dimensional stability to foams and
other substrates and also makes it easier to handle the tape during slitting and die-
cutting.
• The bond strength of 3M™ Adhesive 300LSE increases as a function of time and
temperature, and has very high initial adhesion.

Available Sizes Roll length, width, slitting tolerance, core size.

Product 3M™ Double Coated Tape 93010LE • 93015LE • 93020LE
Maximum Length in.:
1/2" to 63/64" 180 yds. (164 m)
1" to 3" 360 yds. (329 m)
3" to 48" 360 yds. (329 m)
48" to 54" 360 yds. (329 m)
Normal Slitting Tolerance: ± 1/32 in. (0.08 mm)
Core Size (ID): 3.0 in. (76.2 mm)

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Temperature Long Term (days, weeks): 250°F (121°C)

Resistance Short Term (minutes, hours): 300°F (149°C)

Humidity Resistance No adverse effect on the bond after exposed to 100% relative humidity at 100°F (38°C).

U.V. Resistance Adhesive is resistant to oxidation and ozone when exposed to air or ultraviolet light.

Application Bond strength is dependent upon the amount of adhesive-to-surface contact

Techniques developed. Firm application pressure helps develop better adhesive contact and
improve 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 using solvents. 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 generally satisfactory.

Environmental Humidity Resistance: High humidity has minimal effect on adhesive performance.
Performance No significant reduction in bond strength is observed after exposure for 7 days at 90°F
(32°C) and 90% relative humidity.
UV Resistance: When properly applied, nameplates and decorative trim parts are not
adversely affected by exposure.
Water Resistance: Immersion in water has no appreciable effect on the bond strength.
After 100 hours at room temperature, the high bond strength is maintained.
Temperature Cycling Resistance: High bond strength is maintained after cycling four
times through:
4 hours at 158°F (70°C)
4 hours at -20°F (-29°C)
4 hours at 73°F (22°C)
Chemical Resistance: When properly applied, nameplate and decorative trim parts
will hold securely after exposure to numerous chemicals including oil, mild acids, and
alkalis.

Application Ideas • Foam to powder coated painted surfaces.

• Low surface energy plastic adhesion.

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93010LE • 93015LE • 93020LE

Storage Store in original cartons at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity.

Shelf Life If stored under proper conditions, these products retain their performance and
properties for two years from date of manufacture.

Technical Information The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are
based upon tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such
information is not guaranteed.

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and performance of a 3M product in a particular application. Given the variety of factors that can affect
the use and performance of a 3M product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M product and
determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s method of application.

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