Aircraft need extra protection throughout their performance envelope. Sand and rain erosion can happen quickly, affecting aerodynamics and structural integrity, translating to increased maintenance costs and downtime. 3M™ Polyurethane Protective Tape effectively combines performance and convenience for maintaining the integrity of aircraft composite parts. Our temperature stable, erosion resistant polyurethane film provides a durable barrier against impact and erosion damage. It's designed to be co-cured into the surface of the composite structure during manufacturing where it forms a tough, protective surface that can dramatically reduce maintenance costs, increase up-time and enable safer aircraft.
Adhesive Type | Non-Adhesive |
Applications | Surface Protection |
Backing Material | Polyurethane |
Backing Thickness (Imperial) | 24 mil |
Backing Thickness (metric) | 0.61 mm |
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 121 ℃ |
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 250 ℉ |
Minimum Installation Temperature (Celsius) | 15.0 Degree Celsius |
Minimum Installation Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 60.0 Degree Fahrenheit |
Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | -40 ℃ |
Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | -40 ℉ |
Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 112.0 lb/in |
Tensile Strength (metric) | 1961 N/100mm |
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 24 mil |
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (metric) | 0.61 mm |
Data Sheets
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