| SKU | 7100412508 |
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| Legacy SKU | XP003859400 |
| UPC | 06936177936160 |
| Catalog Number | 30040 |
| Product Number | 30040 |
3M UV Activated Tape 30040 is a translucent, UV-curable, high-strength bonding tape that handles like a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) before activation. Featuring a middle carrier film for easy converting and application before curing, this tape provides good impact resistance to meet industry drop test requirements and offers high bond strength while ensuring good removability. With the added benefits of initial tackiness and very low shrinkage, 3M UV Activated Tape 30040 is an ideal bonding option for
- BONDING, REIMAGINED: Offers easier application compared to liquid adhesives while activating with light, rather than heat
- ENHANCED PERFORMANCE: Delivers good impact resistance and high bond strength with good reworkability
- FAMILIAR FEEL: Processes and performs like a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) before UV activation, including the ability to die cut for precision bonding
- CURING TIME: Achieves immediate green strength and full bond strength at room temperature within 24 hours following UV activation
- VARIOUS SUBSTRATES: Bonds opaque and transparent substrates, creating excellent bond strength on most medium and high surface energy materials
- MIDDLE CARRIER FILM: Features a middle carrier film for easy converting and application before curing
Product Dimensions |
Imperial | Metric |
| Weight | 50.92678 lbs | |
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| Length | 0 null | |
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Shipping Dimensions |
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| Weight | 56.43834 lb |
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| Length | 28.97638 in |
| Width | 11.65354 in |
| Height | 12.48031 in |
| Color | Translucent |
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PRODUCT FAQ
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What is 3M™ UV Activated Tape 30040 used for?
This tape is designed for splicing and joining applications in the printing and converting industries. It activates when exposed to ultraviolet light, creating a strong bond that's ideal for high-speed production environments where quick, reliable sealing is essential.
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What are the dimensions of this product?
The tape comes in a roll that measures 584 mm in width and 66 meters in length, packaged as one roll per case. This size is perfect for most standard converting and printing applications.
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How does the UV activation process work?
Once you position the tape where you need it, exposure to UV light triggers the adhesive to cure and form a permanent bond. This allows you to work at your own pace during application, then activate the bond when you're ready—giving you excellent control over your production process.
3M UV Activated Films and Tapes represent an innovative adhesive solution that merges three distinct bonding methodologies into a single, highly effective product. These advanced materials deliver superior adhesive strength compared to conventional pressure-sensitive tapes, offer simpler application processes relative to traditional liquid adhesive systems, and utilize ultraviolet light activation rather than thermal energy—a key differentiator from heat-activated bonding films. In their pre-activated state, these films and tapes maintain stability and tackiness at ambient room temperature, allowing them to be readily processed into precisely engineered die-cut components without special handling requirements.
Performance Characteristics and Development TimelineUpon exposure to ultraviolet light, these products initiate a polymerization process that establishes bond strength at room temperature conditions. The adhesive rapidly develops what is known as "green strength"—an initial bonding capability that provides immediate holding power—while achieving semi-structural bond characteristics, which denotes enhanced load-bearing capacity, within a 24-hour timeframe. These performance attributes position 3M UV Activated Films and Tapes as an excellent solution for precision bonding applications where thermal stress or elevated pressure application would compromise component integrity or performance.
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