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3M™ Air and Vapor Barrier 3015NP, White, 48 in x 75 ft, 1 Roll/Case, Solid Liner
$449.32 / Roll
| SKU | 7100232532 |
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| Legacy SKU | 70007545737 |
| UPC | 00638060408278 |
| Product Number | 3015NP |
3M Air and Vapor Barrier 3015NP is an air, moisture and water impermeable film membrane with an aggressive, high-tack pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive. It reduces air leakage and uncontrolled airflow from the building envelope, prevents moisture ingress and helps improve indoor air quality. It does not require the use of a primer on most construction surfaces.
- High-tack acrylic adhesive for excellent compatibility with most sealants and building materials
- No primer needed – installs up to 40% faster* compared to traditional barriers that require a primer
- Apply at surface temperatures from 0°F (-18°C) up to 150°F (66°C) for increased production
- Impermeable to air, moisture, vapor and water
- Multi-layer elastomeric film self-seals around screws, nails and staples
- Slightly translucent film provides a clean look while minimizing the risk of missing the stud
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| Thickness | 10 mil | 0.3 mm |
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| Weight | 26.54599 lb |
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| Length | 48.85827 in |
| Width | 6.37795 in |
| Height | 7.12598 in |
| Color | White |
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PRODUCT FAQ
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What is the 3M™ Air and Vapor Barrier 3015NP used for?
This product is designed to block air and moisture infiltration in wall assemblies, helping to improve energy efficiency and protect building structures from water damage and air leakage.
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What are the dimensions of this air and vapor barrier?
The barrier comes in a roll that measures 48 inches wide by 75 feet long, giving you 300 square feet of coverage per roll.
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Can this barrier be used on both interior and exterior applications?
Yes, the 3M™ Air and Vapor Barrier 3015NP is versatile and can be applied to both interior and exterior wall assemblies depending on your project needs.
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How is the 3015NP installed?
It features a solid liner construction and can be applied directly to framing members, sheathing, or other substrates using mechanical fasteners or adhesives as appropriate for your specific application.
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Does 3M offer technical support if I have questions during my project?
Absolutely! 3M's technical support team is available to help answer any questions you may have about proper installation, application, or product performance for your specific project.
The 3M Air and Vapor Barrier 3015NP represents a sophisticated film membrane engineered to provide comprehensive protection against air infiltration, moisture migration, water penetration, and vapor transmission. This advanced barrier system features a robust construction comprised of an aggressive high-tack acrylic adhesive layer bonded to a multi-layer elastomeric film foundation. The innovative design incorporates self-sealing technology that creates tight seals around fasteners such as screws, nails, and staples, thereby substantially minimizing the potential for moisture intrusion at these critical weak points. The product has demonstrated exceptional performance standards, successfully meeting the rigorous requirements of ASTM D1970 testing both in its initial state and after undergoing multiple thermal cycling stress tests.
This versatile barrier system offers broad compatibility with an extensive range of commonly used construction sealants, including synthetic rubber, butyl, polyurethane, silicone, and silane-terminated hybrid formulations. The adhesive formulation provides excellent bonding capability to a wide variety of conventional construction substrates, including concrete, concrete masonry units, anodized aluminum profiles, galvanized steel products, plywood sheathing, extruded polystyrene insulation boards, and most standard exterior gypsum sheathing materials. This exceptional substrate compatibility eliminates the need for primer application, allowing for rapid installation from lightweight rolls with installation speeds approximately 40% faster than traditional air barriers that require preliminary primer treatment.
The slightly translucent nature of the film provides both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits, delivering a clean visual appearance while maintaining sufficient transparency to allow identification of fasteners and structural elements in the underlying substrate. This visibility feature helps reduce the risk of improper fastener placement and structural misalignment by subsequent trades. The product performs effectively across an impressive temperature range, with application capabilities from 0°F to 150°F (-18°C to 66°C) and a service temperature range extending from -40°F to 240°F (-40°C to 116°C). Additionally, the barrier can withstand up to 12 months of continuous direct ultraviolet light exposure without significant degradation. This product has undergone formal evaluation by the Air Barrier Association of America, confirming its compliance with industry standards.
Recommended Applications- Air, vapor, and water barrier systems for new construction and remedial work in commercial building projects
- Installation on exterior wall sheathing surfaces and behind exterior cladding systems
- Bridging transitions across different building envelope substrates, as well as around openings and penetrations
Within the 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division, dedicated scientific expertise is applied to the fundamental principles of adhesion technology to create innovative solutions that enhance the design and manufacturing capabilities of organizations across multiple industries worldwide. Through continuous research and development, these technological advances enable customers to bring competitive and high-performance products to market in shorter timeframes while optimizing manufacturing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.