Using 3M double-sided VHB™ tape can be an attractive and durable solution for applications where you are now working with rivets or a welded joint. Each project and material requires a unique solution for joining or mounting. Each type of joint has its own advantages and disadvantages. This page tells you more about 3M's Very High Bond double-sided tapes. It gives an overview of the possibilities, properties, advantages and disadvantages and other facts about 3M double-sided VHB™ tape. Always seek advice for your specific application for a strong and long-lasting bond.

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What exactly does VHB™ mean

VHB stands for Very High Bonded and is a double-sided tape from 3M.

What is 3M VHB™ tape

VHB is a foam tape and available in different widths and colours. In addition, there are different qualities, each with their own unique properties. You can read more about this further on.

3M double-sided VHB™ tape for many applications

We said it before, VHB™ tape you come across in many places in everyday life. But because the tape is also transparent and available in different thicknesses, we are hardly aware of its many applications. We mention here:

Construction, cladding and VHB™ tape

When it comes to fixing exterior panels on prominent buildings such as the Chicago O'Hare Airport and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, architects rely on 3M™ VHB™ Tapes to provide a permanent bond to a variety of substrates, distributing the compressive load along the entire length of the joint.

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Electronics and VHB™ tape

3M™ VHB™ Tapes are extremely versatile and meet the rigorous standards of the electronics industry. These tapes are used to attach everything from HD television screens to moisture-proof nautical navigation systems. But consider attaching the famous Gopro with 3M VHB™ tape to your ski helmet or any other application. Weather and moisture resistant.

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Transportation and VHB™ tape

Designed specifically for ease of use and durability, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes can withstand the extreme heat, cold and vibration as well as the moisture and strong UV light that vehicles encounter on the road. Unlike rivets and screws, the tapes provide a sealed barrier against all weather conditions.

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Metalworking and VHB™ tape

Increase productivity on the shop floor with the efficiency of tape. Unlike rivets and welds, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes are easy to apply and require no finishing. Durable adhesion is as quick and easy as applying the tape.

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Signage, billboards and VHB™ tape

Eliminating screws and rivets really brings out your design. 3M™ VHB™ Tapes guarantee a smooth surface with a virtually invisible adhesive seam, for a sleek billboard that stands out and withstands the elements.

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White goods and VHB™ tape

Improve the aesthetic finish of your white goods with a virtually invisible bonding seam - a revolutionary approach to design concepts. Explore new possibilities and use new, innovative materials to optimise performance and streamline production processes.

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Features of 3M VHB™ tape

Extra-strong tape 5925

VHB™ tape is always strong by itself, but some applications call for extra-strong tape. For example, the 3M 5925 Series contains a durable acrylic adhesive with viscoelastic characteristics. This results in an exceptionally strong double-sided foam tape that adheres to a wide variety of substrates.

Transparent tape

A transparent VHB™ tape is used when bonding transparent materials. Mounting translucent backlit signs or bonding decorative materials is also a common application. In short, for any applications that can be glued but where you want to hide the joint from view as much as possible, choose a transparent foam tape.

Heat-resistant tape

3M VHB General Purpose and High Temperature Tape has a higher initial adhesion compared to the rest of the range. The tape adheres immediately on contact, making it easy to apply and can be cut into precise shapes and sizes for specific applications.

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What advantages does 3M double-sided VHB™ tape have over traditional connections such as welds and rivets?

• Double-sided tapes can bond dissimilar and difficult to bond materials together. Different thermal expansion coefficients can be compensated up to 300% of the tape thickness.
• A tape can connect and seal at the same time. The connection is sealed against dirt, moisture and water.
• A 3M VHB™ tape delivers a consistent thickness of bond. The tape is available in a variety of thicknesses and widths.
• Double-sided tape is applied over the entire surface. This prevents stress concentration at one point, thus preventing deformation of the material. Used materials can be calculated thinner, which can mean savings in several areas.

• Double-sided tapes are applied quickly and have no drying time. However, a period must be taken into account during which the tape reaches its maximum strength.
• VHB™ tape has good resistance to aging and environmental factors.
• 3M double-sided tape compensates for unevenness. Components are bonded completely and without interruption. Surface roughness and unevenness are compensated by viscoelastic adhesive up to 50% of the tape thickness.

• Tapes can increase production efficiency. No recovery of weld spots or drying time of glue or sealant. A PSA tape can be processed further immediately after pressure has been applied.
• A double-sided VHB™ tape forms a barrier between metals, reducing galvanic corrosion.
• With a tape joint, you create a smooth and clean appearance without visible bolts, nuts or rivets. It gives a designer a lot of freedom in his design.
• A 3M VHB™ adhesive tape absorbs energy, making it shock absorbent. This reduces metal fatigue, noise and vibration. In addition, the thickness of the VHB™ tape is important. The thicker the tape, the better the absorbing capacity.

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