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8979 Series Performance Plus Duct Tape, 54.8 m x 48 mm, 12.1 mil THK, Black

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3M 53918 8979 Series Performance Plus Duct Tape, 54.8 m x 48 mm, 12.1 mil THK, Black

Item #: 53918 by 3M

UPC #: 048011539188

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Features
  • Outdoor, UV tolerant duct tape maintains versatile performance when exposed to the elements
  • Removes cleanly for up to 6 months from most opaque surfaces even after sun and weather exposure
  • Sticks immediately and stays for up to 1 year without deterioration
  • Save time and hassle of removing sticky or dried-on residue
  • Strong water-resistant backing resists wear and light abrasion
  • Provides a tight, moisture-resistant seal in many containment situations
  • Conforms to irregular surfaces without lifting

Series

8979

Color/Finish

Black

Backing Material

Polyethylene

Standard/Approvals

ASTM E84 | BOCA | HUD | UL 723

Length (m)

54.8

Width (mm)

48

MFR Model

53918

Part no.

53918

Adhesion Strength

48 oz/in

Tensile Strength

36 lb/in

Application

For outdoor duct tape applications, temporary weather sealing, capping pipe, patching, bundling, reinforcing, tabbing, taping/splicing insulation, securing conduit ends, marking, labeling, temporary repair, hanging polyethylene drapes, protecting aga....

Elongation at Break

19 %

Thickness

0.48"

Length

54.8 m

Pull Length

1.89"

Color

Black

Maximum Operating Temperature

+200°

Width

1.89"

Alternative UPC

70006413507

Product Overview
3M™ Performance Plus duct tape 8979 has a unique product construction for indoor and outdoor applications. This tape is removable with little or no adhesive residue from most opaque surfaces up to six months after application. 3M™ Performance Plus duct tape 8979 is also resistant to delamination and deterioration when exposed to UV outdoors for up to one year.
3M 8979 Performance Plus black duct tape comes in a 48 mm width, 54.8 m length, uses a rubber adhesive and is packaged 24 rolls per case. Can be used to a maximum temperature of +200. Provides a tensile strength of 36 lb/in. When purchasing this product, consider the thickness. The variances in thickness often make an important difference in proper performance. This duct tape has a 12.1 mm thickness. This duct tape meets the following standards: ASTM E 84, BOCA, HUD, UL 723. Specifications
Specifications:

Series: Performance Plus

3M Number: 8979

Standards Met:

  • ASTM E 84
  • BOCA
  • HUD
  • UL 723