3M RP 040GF VHB Tape Overview

3M RP 040GF is a gray 0.4mm (16 mil) tape that features a multi-purpose acrylic adhesive with a conformable foam core. It can replace rivets, welds, and screws. The fast and easy-to-use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability. It offers design flexibility with its viscoelasticity and powerful ability to bond a variety of surfaces, with temperature resistance of 230°C (450°F) for up to 4 hours.  

3M RP 040GF replaces the discontinued 3M RP16.  

Details and Features

• Fast and easy-to-use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability. 
• Excellent temperature resistance 230°C (450°F) for up to 4 hours
• Virtually invisible fastening keeps surfaces smooth
• Can replace mechanical fasteners (rivets, welding, screws) or liquid adhesives in general purpose applications. 
• Gray 0.4mm (16 mil) tape with multi-purpose acrylic adhesive and conformable acrylic foam core
• Bonds to a variety of substrates including metals and medium surface energy plastics
• Eliminate drilling, grinding, refinishing, screwing, welding and clean-up
• Creates a permanent seal against water, moisture, and more by offering better gap filling capabilities
• Pressure-sensitive adhesive bonds on contact to provide immediate handling strength
• Allows the use of thinner, lighter weight, and dissimilar materials