3785 - Superior Performance Continuous Taping System Tape

3M

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ADHESIVE TAPE FEATURES

Std Roll Length: 1640.00 yards
Hot melt rubber-resin adhesive
Allows for continuous taping when used with 3M-Matic™ CTS stands & case sealers
Adheres instantly to most surfaces including cartons containing high levels of recycled content
Heavy duty & conformable
The highest edge tear & split resistance
Cross direction tensile strength = 70 lbs./in. per AST D-3759
Standard core size = 3 in. I.D
Holding power to fiberboard = 12,000 + minutes

ADHESIVE TAPE ADVANTAGES

Superior performance ensures reliable closures
Considered water resistant per ASTM D-5570

ADHESIVE TAPE APPLICATIONS

Superior performance packaging tape
Box sealing
Special design allows for continuous taping when used with 3M-Matic™ stands & case sealers

ADHESIVE TAPE MARKETS SERVED

Packaging
Industrial

ADHESIVE TAPE COLORS

Clear

GENERAL INFORMATION

3785 is a 3.1 mil, biaxially oriented polypropylene film with a hot, rubber-resin adhesive. It offers superior performance for a wide range of environments and applications. 3785 has the strongest, conformable backing with the most consistent pressure sensitive hot melt adhesive system available. It is a superior performance packaging tape used for box sealing and specially designed for use with the 3M-Matic™ Continuous Taping Systems (CTS) stand. Application is most easily accomplished at room temperature. At colder temperatures, approaching 32°F, the adhesive becomes more firm. Once applied, it performs well throughout the normal temperature ranges typically encountered by packaged products in shipping and storage environments.

PRODUCT CONSTRUCTION

	Type	Mil Thickness

Backing	BOPP - Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene	2.00
Adhesive (unwind)	Rubber	1.10
Thickness (total)		3.10

PRIMARY PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

	Unwind Side	Liner Side

Adhesion-to-Steel - 180° Peel	55.00 oz/in
Adhesive Activation	Pressure
Tensile Strength	35.00 lbs/in
Elongation Percent	160.00%
Testing Info: 180° peel adhesion per ASTM D-3330; Tensile strength, machine direction per ASTM D-3759; Elongation per ASTM D-3759; Thicknesses per ASTM D-3652; Holding power to fiberboard per ASTM D-3654

SECONDARY PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Water Resistant	Yes
Hand Tearable	No

THERMAL / ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES

Minimum Application Temperature	40°F
Minimum Service Temperature	0°F

Adhesive Tape and Foam Converting Services

The physical properties listed are typical values and are not to be considered as specifications. Our suggestions for use are based on tests we believe to be reliable. However, the purchaser must carry out their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their internal use. Information is given in good faith, but without warranty.
It is essential, as with all pressure-sensitive tapes, that the surface to which the tape is applied be clean, dry and free of grease and oil.
Shelf life from date of manufacture is based on the product being stored at 70°F(21°C) / 50% relative humidity out of direct sunlight.
Specification compliance is dynamic and should only be used as a general guide. Always confirm that the tape you are interested in currently complies with all specification requirements. Please verify that the product number that you select is available in the proper size and color to meet your specification.