3M™ VHB™ Tapes
-
Introducing 3M™ VHB™ Tape LVO Family
Learn MoreMeet higher standards with this new low VOC, low odor tape with FDA applicability for indirect food contact tape per 21 CFR 175.105.
-
Looking for a 3M™ VHB™ Tape?Go to selector
Enter your design requirements to find the 3M™ VHB™ Tape solution for your assembly or compare products. You can also search by product ID, review tech data sheets and download PDFs.
-
Converted Bonding ProductsLEARN MORE
Converters can help you determine which 3M products best suit your needs, then provide them in the shape and format you require.
Open a world of new possibilities
-
With 3M™ VHB™ Tapes, you can maintain consistency from sketch to construction, eliminating distracting, visible fasteners, like screws and bolts. These high-strength, double-sided acrylic foam tapes let you quickly and easily create a long-lasting bond that actually builds strength over time.
And now, we're raising the standard with a new low VOC and low odor tape – 3M™ VHB™ Tape LVO Family. It's the first tape in the 3M™ VHB™ Tape portfolio to have FDA applicability for indirect food contact per 21 CFR 175.105.*View more product information.
-
With the ability to join a variety of materials including aluminum, steel, glass, plastics and painted and powder-coated surfaces, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes provide resilient bonding solutions in just about anything you can dream up. Talk to a 3M expert about your bonding challenge today.
3M introduced 3M™ VHB™ Tapes in 1980 to replace screws, rivets and welds, and it was first used for bonding panels to the frames of ambulances. Rather than bonding at one point or even a series of points, this high-strength bonding tape distributes the stress load across the entire area of the joint. Design Engineers soon found new applications for these remarkable acrylic foam tapes and they are now the bonding solution of choice in a wide variety of industries, from architectural and glass panels on buildings to passenger rail cars and freeway signs to smartphones and other electronics.
One reason our 3M™ VHB™ Tapes have found so many uses is that we didn’t stop at just one tape. We’ve expanded the base product and added new capabilities so you have a whole family of options to choose from, including:
- 3M™ VHB™ Tape RP family for panel bonding and stiffener and trim attachment
- Clear 3M™ VHB™ Tapes for joining transparent materials
- 3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH family for superior temperature performance through high-temp paint and powder coat bake cycles
- 3M™ VHB™ Tape LSE family designed specifically for bonding low surface energy plastics and allowing bonding at temperatures down to 0°C
3M™ VHB™ Tapes are also environmentally durable. They withstand both high and low temperatures and temperature cycling as well as UV light, moisture and solvents while maintaining strength and reliability. For 40 years these tapes have been standing up to harsh conditions on structures around the world as well as on vehicles like rail cars that travel between different climates.
What will 3M™ VHB™ Tape look like when it turns 50? We don’t know – but rest assured our world-class scientists and engineers are working on it.
-
Capture Extreme FootageAssemble the components of your extreme-action camera for impact resistance and durability. Rain, sun, wind, heat or cold, 3M™VHB™ Tape is weather-proven to stand the test of time.
Benefits:
Weather resistance
Durability
Seal out water & dirt -
Design BeautifullyCreate a seamless facade with fast application of virtually invisible fastening for a permanent bond that expands your range of material options.
Benefits:
Aesthetics
Design flexibility
Strength -
Rivet-free for a Smoother RideEliminate rivets and screws that can loosen, rattle and leak. Keep sides smooth for decals while damping vibration for a quieter ride.
Benefits:
Strength and Durability
Light weighting
Aesthetics -
Make Smart Devices SleekerUse die-cuts for a precise fit within devices and when bonding back covers, lenses, screens and more for a thin, sleek smart device.
Benefits:
Join multiple materials
Die-cut for precision
Shock resistance -
Bond Multiple MaterialsFor easy assembly of home appliances, use 3M™ VHB™ Tape to securely join materials like glass and metal without traditional fasteners.
Benefits:
Damp vibration
Join multiple materials
Assemble quickly -
Streamline Manufacturing3M™ VHB™ Tape can take the heat. With short-term temperature resistance up to 450ºF, materials can be bonded prior to powder coat or liquid painting processes.
Benefits:
Eliminate spot welds
Temperature resistance
Increase throughput
-
A bond beyond.LEARN MORE
Launch your manufacturing process into the future with the 3M™ On Demand Bonding System featuring 3M™ VHB™ Extrudable Tape.
-
Designed for a smooth side and a durable ride, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes withstand the extreme heat and cold, vibration, moisture and UV light specialty vehicles encounter on the open road. Unlike rivets and screws, they provide a barrier sealed against any kind of weather.
-
Boost productivity on the assembly floor with the efficiency of tape. Compared to riveting and welding, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes are easy to adopt and require no finishing. A long-lasting bond is as quick and simple as applying the tape.
-
When it comes to bonding exterior panels on high-profile buildings like the Chicago O'Hare Airport and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, architects trust 3M™ VHB™ Tapes to permanently adhere one substrate to another while distributing the stress load across the entire length of the bond.
-
3M™ VHB™ Tapes provide top-notch design flexibility while meeting the high standards of the electronics industry. They've been used to bond everything from high-definition television screens to moisture-sealed nautical navigational systems.
-
When you eliminate the need for screws and rivets, your design can truly shine. 3M™ VHB™ Tapes enable a smooth surface with a virtually invisible bond, for a sleek, eye-catching sign that will stand up to the elements.
-
Enhance your appliance’s aesthetic with virtually invisible bonding – a game changing approach for design concepts. Explore new possibilities and use new, innovative materials to optimize performance and streamline production processes.
Learn More About 3M™ VHB™ Tape
Connect With Us
Have a question? We’re here to help. No matter the stage of your project, 3M has the information and tools to help you dream, design and deliver like never before.
-
Our phone agents are happy to answer your question or direct you to a resource.
-
Fill out a brief form and one of our experts will get back to you.
-
Ask your question through an online chat session. Hours of availability are 8AM - 4:30PM CST
-
Enter a product name to review data sheets and other information about 3M products.
