Tapes #1744933

Recommended for use as a spacing element in structurally glazed fabrications. Spacer Tape forms an effective short-term bond between the frame and the IG unit during assembly and creates a gap of the correct dimensions for the structural silicone, which is used as the primary bond.

Surface preparationSurfaces should be clean, dry and free from all contamination. The surfaces should be cleaned using an appropriate cleaner. Primers may be required on some substrates. It is recommended that Adshead Ratcliffe Technical Services should be consulted and advice obtained with regard to the choice of primer for specific purposes

Unwind the tape and apply the open face directly to the frame. Cut to the required length forming tight butt joints at the corners. Press the tape firmly onto the surface by hand or by using a seam roller. Remove the protective liner immediately before glazing. Carefully position the IG unit onto the tape and apply pressure to consolidate the bond. The structural silicone can now be applied.

Single-sided adhesive foam tapes allow bonding to a surface or joining of two adjacent or overlapping materials. Single sided foam tapes are usually coated with acrylic or rubber adhesive. Applications include control panel doors, AHUs, Ducts etc. usually comes in 10 Meter length, in required width and required foam, EPDM/Neoprene/XLPE/PU etc.

This product provides good firmness and thickness which enables durable, long term performance for gasketing, sealing and cushioning. It possesses excellent chemical resistance, good weather ability and water-seal tightness. Resists low compression stress and will not deform the structure after application as it conforms rough surfaces and gaps. The use of gaskets provides excellent vibration dampening and high impact absorption. It provides resistance against UV attack and provides resilience to withstand high temperatures. These properties are achieved by selecting right type of foam and adhesive.

Foam is cut through material and adhesive, but not through fabrication liner is called kiss-cutting. Kiss-cut parts are used for easy removal of single parts on customer assembly line systems. Material can be processed at high rates of speed. Kiss-cut components possess ability to custom laminate various material substrates together thus saving time and are relatively quick and easy to apply. Depth of the cut can be controlled very precisely.

Useful method for high volume applications as process is carried out in combination with other processes. Per piece part cost is less in this process. Multiple numbers of components can be placed on release liner with help of adhesive. Applications include acoustical insulation, electronics and electrical industry, HVAC and industrial sealing, automotive industry, etc