SKU | 7000048406 |
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Legacy SKU | 70006021086 |
UPC | 00021200043208 |
Catalog Number | 483 |
Product Number | 483 |
Constructed with an extremely conformable backing, 3M Polyethylene Tape 483 is designed to be used in a wide variety of general purpose applications including sealing, holding, coding, moisture proofing and protecting. This tape is coated with a rubber adhesive that bonds well and removes cleanly from most surfaces. 3M Polyethylene Tape 483 is available in a variety of vivid colors.
- Extremely flexible backing enables tape to stretch and conform to textured and irregular surfaces
- Polyethylene backing has a low water vapor transmission rate and provides good solvent, alkali resistance
- Rubber adhesive bonds well and removes cleanly from most surfaces
- Tape remains adhered and flexible to temperatures as low as -20°F
- Vivid colors and smooth backing provide excellent glossy appearance
- Black tape has excellent UV resistance and can be used outdoors for up to 12 months
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Thickness | 5 mil | 0.13 mm |
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Weight | 13.21892 lb |
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Length | 9.56693 in |
Width | 9.56693 in |
Height | 12.99213 in |
Color | Red |
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PRODUCT FAQ
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What is 3M™ Polyethylene Tape 483?
3M™ Polyethylene Tape 483 is a red-colored, general-purpose tape that has good chemical resistance and long-term adhesion to most surfaces.
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What are the dimensions of this tape?
This tape measures at about 2 inches in width and has a length of approximately 36 yards. Its thickness is about 5.0 mils.
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Is it sold individually or in bulk?
This tape comes in cases made up of around twenty-four rolls each.
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Can I use this tape for high heat applications?
No, we recommend not using this style of polyethylene tape for high heat applications.
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How strong is the adhesive on the back of this tape?
; The adhesive on the back provides great adhesion values, with an average peel adhesion rate greater than have three pounds per inch (based on stainless steel).
3M™ Polyethylene Tape 483 is a versatile tape that can stretch easily and conform to irregular surfaces for a tight seal. The tape has a smooth backing that provides good resistance to solvents and alkalis. It is coated with a rubber adhesive that bonds well to many surfaces and typically removes cleanly. This tape is resilient and can be used in outdoor applications and temperatures ranging from -20°F/-29°C to 170°F/77°C. The black version of this tape can be used in outdoor applications for up to one year and will remove cleanly from most surfaces.
Recommended Applications- General sealing of containers and irregular shaped objects
- Separation of dissimilar metals
- Decorative, safety marking and color coding
- Nuclear power plant maintenance applications
- Corrosion sensitive applications
- Outdoor applications of sealing, protecting and preserving