BA 12988 1 mil Non-Silicone Polyester Tape

BA 12988 is a 1mil polyester “flash” tape coated with a proprietary, silicone-free acrylic adhesive. This tape is designed to be the replacement tape for silicone polyester tapes in composite applications. These tapes will remove cleanly at elevated temperatures and have good solvent resistance. BA 12988 passes all low-outgassing requirements as stated in ASTM E-595.

Applications:

  • Composite Bonding
  • Composite Flashbreaking

Properties:

Construction/ Typical Properties

Value

Test Method

Backing Material:

Polyester Film

 

Backing Thickness:

0.001 in.

 

Adhesive System:

Acrylic

 

Adhesive Thickness:

0.002 in.

 

Adhesion:

31 oz./in.

ASTM-D 1000

Tensile Strength:

20 lb./in.

ASTM-D 3759

Elongation:

100%

ASTM-D 3759

Outgassing:

Pass

ASTM-E595

Max. Operating Temperature:

350oF for 2 hours

 

Color:

Available in Violet or Red