Le 3M 9448A is a double-sided tape with a tissue backing, designed for industrial applications requiring reliable adhesion, good dimensional stability, and efficient conversion into custom formats.
Thanks to the partnership with 3M, we offer this industrial adhesive solution with technical support and converting capabilities adapted to the client's production constraints.
Le 3M 9448A is a 0.15 mm thick double-sided adhesive tape, made of a translucent tissue carrier coated with acrylic adhesive on both sides. This construction provides a thin, stable solution that is easy to integrate into lamination, fixing, or industrial processing operations.
Its acrylic adhesive offers good adhesion to several substrates, including stainless steel, polypropylene, ABS, and polycarbonate. The tissue backing improves the product's dimensional stability, facilitating cutting, slitting, laminating, and on-line application. The technical data sheet also indicates good resistance to high temperatures and chemicals, with a thermal resistance of 90°C for long periods and up to 150°C for short periods.
This tape is used in industrial contexts where manufacturers are looking for a thin, clean, and repeatable bonding solution: nameplate attachment, foam assembly, plastic film lamination, splice applications, or pre-application on components.
Features | Description |
Type of adhesive | Pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive |
Construction | Self-adhesive on kraft paper liner with polyester coating |
Support | Translucent cellulose tissue |
Liner | White printed polycoated kraft paper, 120 gsm |
Total thickness without liner | 0.150 mm |
Adhesive thickness per face | 0.075 mm |
Long-term thermal resistance | Up to 90 °C |
Short-term thermal resistance | Up to 150°C |
Le 3M 9448A is formulated to adhere to various industrial materials, including metals, certain plastics, and technical substrates. This versatility facilitates its integration into multi-material assemblies, for instance, between a nameplate and a plastic cover, or between a technical foam and a metal part.
The tissue backing provides better support for the tape during handling, cutting, or laminating operations. This stability is particularly useful for processed adhesive parts, technical die-cuts, or pre-applied formats.
With a thickness of 0.15 mm, the tape allows for fine assemblies, suitable for applications where space is limited or when the aesthetics of the final part need to be preserved.
In certain applications, double-sided tape can help reduce the need for liquid glues, screws, rivets or mechanical fasteners. Double-sided adhesives and tapes also allow stress to be distributed over a bonding surface rather than over localised fixing points, which can be relevant for certain delicate or sensitive assemblies.
Le 3M 9448A is particularly relevant for applications such as fixing rating plates, badges, logos, durable labels and identification elements.
Industrial need ensure a fine, clean and durable fastening on equipment, machinery, cabinets, enclosures or industrial parts.
Response provided by 3M 9448A: The tape allows a plaque or identification element to be fixed without drilling or visible mechanical fixings. It is suitable for metal substrates and certain technical plastics.
Examples of applications:
In the electronics sector, the 3M 9448A can be used for bonding insulating films, protective foams, technical labels or lightweight components inside housings.
Industrial need Integrate a thin, clean, and compatible adhesive solution for low-thickness components.
Response provided by 3M 9448A: Double-sided tape allows you to fix or pre-adhere technical components without using liquid glue. Its low thickness facilitates its integration into compact assemblies.
Examples of applications:
For automotive applications outside of high-voltage or battery uses, the 3M 9448A can be considered for internal components, nameplates, technical foams or comfort elements.
Industrial need To fix lightweight components cleanly, finely, and reproducibly, particularly in areas where aesthetics or space are important.
Response provided by 3M 9448A: Double-sided tape allows for the pre-adhesion of components before in-line integration. It can be converted into die-cut pieces to facilitate application by operators.
Examples of applications:
Please note: for critical automotive applications, particularly those involving batteries, high voltage, or specific IATF requirements, thorough technical validation is essential.
In plastics processing, the 3M 9448A can be used for bonding plastic parts, the pre-adhesion of injected components or the fixing of films and foams onto polymer substrates.
Industrial need add an adhesive function to a plastic part without modifying its design or tooling.
Response provided by 3M 9448A: The tape can be laminated and then cut to the shape of the part. This facilitates the integration of an adhesive function into an existing component.
Examples of applications:
In the domestic appliance industry, the 3M 9448A può essere utilizzato per fissare elementi di identificazione, pellicole decorative, schiume tecniche o componenti interni.
Industrial need Assembling thin or flexible parts onto plastic, metallic or painted surfaces, using a clean and repeatable solution.
Response provided by 3M 9448A: The tape allows for discreet fixing without screws or rivets, while being compatible with cutting and laminating operations upstream of assembly.
Examples of applications:
Choosing a double-sided adhesive tape isn't solely dependent on the product reference. It must take into account the substrates, surface condition, thermal constraints, mechanical forces, application method, and end-use conditions.
When working with a partner capable of supplying and transforming the 3M 9448A, industrialists benefit from a comprehensive approach: selection of the adhesive solution, format adaptation, custom part fabrication and support during application trials.
As a 3M Preferred Converter, we support manufacturers in selecting, transforming, and integrating 3M adhesive solutions suited to their applications. This status reflects a close collaboration with 3M and recognised expertise in the conversion of technical adhesive materials.
Our role is to help the technical, purchasing, methods, and production teams transition from a standard material to a directly usable solution: slit rolls, cut parts, laminated sheets, adhesive kits, or components ready for integration into the line.
Combining adhesive technologies 3M In addition to our conversion capabilities, we offer solutions adapted to real industrial constraints: positioning repeatability, reduction of material waste, optimisation of formats, securing of assembly, and simplification of the production process.
Le 3M 9448A is an industrial double-sided tape with a tissue backing. It is used for fine bonding, fixing, laminating, splicing, and pre-adhering of components.
Le 3M 9448A is tested on several substrates, notably stainless steel, polypropylene, ABS and polycarbonate. Tests are recommended on the actual materials before industrial validation.
Yes. The 3M 9448A Can be slit, cut to size, laminated or transformed into adhesive parts by die-cutting. These operations allow it to be adapted to production constraints and component dimensions.
Yes. The tape offers long-term thermal resistance up to 90°C and short-term resistance up to 150°C. However, validation depends on actual usage conditions, exposure duration, applied load, and the substrates being bonded.
Common applications include fixing nameplates, bonding plastic films, assembling technical foams, splicing, and pre-taping industrial components.
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