Constructed of polyethylene film laminated to cloth with a rubber adhesive, this tape resists curling and tears off the roll cleanly for easy application on rough surfaces. The 3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 has a unique construction that allows for applications indoors and outdoors. It is removable with little or no adhesive residue up to six months after application. This tape was tested according to UL723, ASTM E84. It can be used in temperatures up to 200°F (93.3°C).
Originally developed for heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) applications, duct tape is used today in a variety of maintenance, repair and construction settings. The 3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 was tested in accordance with UL723, ASTM E84. Due to its ability to remove cleanly, it is an excellent choice for containment operations, where it can also provide a tight seal for attaching poly draping and closing cuffs. Available colours include slate blue, black, and olive. The tape can be used in temperatures as high as 200°F (93.3°C) for up to 30 minutes.
Adhesion to Steel | 57 oz/in |
Adhesive Material | Rubber |
Adhesive Type | Rubber |
Applications | Temporary Weather Sealing, Surface Protection, Taping, Splicing, Securing, Temporary Repairs |
Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyethylene/Cloth Scrim |
Brands | 3M™ |
Clean Removal | Yes |
Core Size (Imperial) | 3 in |
Core Size (metric) | 76.2 mm |
Elongation at Break | 17.0 % |
Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor |
Industries | Automotive, Construction, General Industrial, MRO, Marine, Specialty Vehicle, Transportation |
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 93 °C |
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 200 null |
Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 4 °C |
Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 40 null |
Performance Level | High Performance |
Product Colour | Slate Blue, Black |
Product Form | Roll |
Self-sticking | Yes |
Shelf Life | 18 mo |
Smallest Saleable Unit | Roll |
Suitable for High Voltage | No |
Tape Grade | Premium |
Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 36.5 lb/in |
Tensile Strength (metric) | 64 N/cm |
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 11.5 Milli-inch (mil) |
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (metric) | 0.29 mm |
Units per Case | 2.0 Roll, 6.0 Roll, 12.0 Roll, 24.0 Roll, 48.0 Roll |
Overall Length (Imperial) | 59.93 yd, 60 yd |
Overall Length (Metric) | 54.8 m |
Overall Width (Imperial) | 0.94 in, 1.88 in, 2.83 in, 3.77 in, 5.66 in, 12 in |
Overall Width (Metric) | 24 mm, 48 mm, 72 mm, 96 mm, 144 mm, 304.8 mm |
Article Information Sheet
Document Number: MSDS_2616886_CA_EN_AIS
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