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SKU 7000123595
Legacy SKU 70006178498
UPC 00021200243912
Catalog Number 4905
Product Number 4905

Dream, Design, Deliver with 3M VHB Tape 4905. It is a clear, 0.020 in (0.5 mm) tape with general purpose acrylic adhesive. It can replace rivets, welds and screws. The fast and easy to use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability. It offers design flexibility with its viscoelasticity and powerful ability to bond to a variety of surfaces.

  • Fast and easy-to-use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability
  • Virtually invisible fastening keeps surfaces smooth
  • Can replace mechanical fasteners (rivets, welds, screws) or liquid adhesives for transparent applications
  • Clear, 0.020 in (0.5 mm) with general purpose acrylic adhesive
  • Eliminate drilling, grinding, refinishing, screwing, welding and associated clean-up
  • Creates a permanent seal against water, moisture and more
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Minimum Order 18 Rolls
Order Increment 18 Rolls
  Multiple Application Use
  Long Lasting Performance
  Global Shipping
  Industry Low Price Per Roll
Product Dimensions
Imperial Metric
Weight 1.24561 lbs
Width 9.55512 in
Length 9.55591 in
Height 1/2 in
Shipping Dimensions
Weight 23.34916 lb
Length 10.90551 in
Width 10.90551 in
Height 11.29921 in
Color Transparent

PRODUCT FAQ

  1. What is 3M's VHB Tape used for?

    3M™ VHB™ Tape stands for “Very High Bond” tape and is renowned its high-strength bonding abilities. It can be used to replace mechanical fasteners such as rivets, screws and bolts in a wide variety of applications.

  2. Is the tape clear or opaque?

    Our latest model, the 3M™ VHB™ TAPE ##4905## is available in crystal-clear form. The transparent adhesive leaves no residue upon removal.

  3. How strong is this tape compared to traditional fastening methods?

    Studies have shown that under certain conditions, our double-sided tapes may provide up to 20 times more holding power than conventional alternatives like screws and welds depending on size of substrates.

  4. . How long can I expect it to last after application?

    . This product offers unmatched durability even in the harshest environments which makes it ideal for long-lasting use such as fixing architectural panels. Its high-strength acrylic adhesive resists environmental factors such as solvents, UV radiation and harsh weather-conditions allowing you peace of mind while relishing maximum service life out of each application made with this tape

For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.
3M industrial and occupational products are intended, labeled, and packaged for sale to trained industrial and occupational customers for workplace use.  Unless specifically stated otherwise on the applicable product packaging or literature, these products are not intended, labeled, or packaged for sale to or use by consumers (e.g., for home, personal, primary or secondary school, recreational/sporting, or other uses not described in the applicable product packaging or literature), and must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards (e.g., U.S. OSHA, ANSI), as well as all product literature, user instructions, warnings, and other limitations, and the user must take any action required under any recall, field action, or other product use notice.  Misuse of 3M industrial and occupational products may result in injury, sickness, death, or property damage.  For help with product selection and use, consult your on-site safety professional, industrial hygienist, or other subject matter expert.
Dream, Design, Deliver with the 4910 Family of 3M™ VHB™ Tapes

3M™ VHB™ Tape 4905 is a part of the 4910 family of 3M™ VHB™ Tapes. It is an unconventional foam tape that combines conformability with a strong, permanent bond. This tape is commonly used in applications to join transparent material or where clear or colorless tape is preferred. It is specifically designed for good adhesion to metal, glass, and plastics such as polycarbonate and acrylic.

Recommended Applications
  • Joining transparent material
  • Mount backlit translucent signs
  • Edge-bond resin filled glass
  • Metal, glass and high surface energy (HSE) substrates
  • Decorative material and trim
  • Nameplates and logos
  • Panel to frame
  • Stiffener to panel

3M invented 3M™ VHB™ Tapes in 1980 as the first of their kind. This unique tape is a proven alternative to screws, rivets, welds, and other forms of mechanical fasteners. Skyscrapers, cell phones, electronic highway signs, refrigerators, architectural windows, and more all rely on this specialty bonding tape for one or more steps in the assembly, mounting, fastening, and sealing process.

3M™ VHB™ Tape offers a durable bond in a way that mechanical fasteners can't. This tape enhances the appearance of finished goods by eliminating rivets and screws while providing immediate handling strength. In most cases, fastening with 3M™ VHB™ Tape is a quicker process than drilling, fastening, or using liquid adhesive. This versatile line of tapes can be used indoors or outdoors in a variety of applications, including window, door and sign assembly, electronics, construction, and countless other industrial applications.

Chemically resistant as well as UV and temperature stable, 3M™ VHB™ Tape can withstand the heat of Dubai to the cold of Canada. The unique acrylic chemistry is extremely durable and resistant to change over time, making this a long-lasting and powerful tape you can trust. 3M stands by all of its products and is there to provide you with design guidance and technical support when you need it.

Bringing Better Ideas to the Surface through Science and Innovation

The 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division applies the science of adhesion to deliver innovative solutions that improve the design and manufacturing processes of companies around the world. In the end, these technologies help customers like you deliver competitive products to the market faster and more efficiently.

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