3M™ UHMW PE Film Tape 5421

3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5421: Durable Protection for Demanding Applications

3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5421 offers an innovative solution for protecting surfaces from abrasion, reducing noise, and minimizing friction in a wide range of industrial applications. Made with Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMW-PE), this tape is specifically engineered to deliver exceptional wear resistance, ensuring long-lasting performance even in the most challenging environments.

Key Features and Benefits:

Superior Surface Protection: The translucent UHMW-PE backing provides excellent abrasion resistance, shielding surfaces from wear and tear caused by repeated contact or sliding movements.
Low Coefficient of Friction: Designed to create a “slip plane” effect, the tape minimizes friction between surfaces, preventing sticking and promoting smooth movement, which is ideal for applications where lubrication is not feasible.
Reliable Adhesion: The rubber adhesive layer offers a strong initial tack, enabling immediate bonding to various material surfaces for a secure and durable fit.
Noise Reduction: Effectively reduces squeaks, rattles, and other noise caused by vibrations or material movement, making it an excellent choice for automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing settings.
Versatile Application: Supplied with a liner, the tape is easy to cut and shape, accommodating different lengths and configurations for various uses.

Ideal Applications:

Conveyor guide rails and chutes
Spray booth liners
Tank and bin liners
Drawer and cabinet slides
Protecting aluminum sheets on stretch forming presses

Why Choose 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5421?

This versatile, high-performance tape is widely used in general industrial applications where abrasion resistance, low friction, and noise reduction are essential. Its UHMW-PE film backing provides outstanding chemical resistance, a low surface energy for easy release, and superior durability compared to traditional materials like PTFE. As a thinner variant of the 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5423, it is ideal for applications where space is limited, yet maximum protection is required.

The Science Behind the Performance

The exceptional properties of 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5421 stem from its Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene construction, a thermoplastic known for its remarkable hardness, low friction, and superior abrasion resistance. As a result, this tape delivers reliable performance in applications requiring robust anti-wear and anti-stick solutions.

Whether in aerospace, automotive, printing, or maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) industries, 3M™ UHMW-PE Film Tape 5421 is the preferred choice for designers and engineers seeking a durable, efficient, and effective solution for their toughest challenges. Experience the difference of 3M innovation in action.

Technical data

Adhesion Strength (metric): 28 N/100mm
Adhesive Type: Rubber
Application: Reducing Wear Mechanical Equipment
Back Side Adhesive Thickness (Metric): 0.04 mm, 0.13 mm
Backing (Carrier) Material: Polyethylene
Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric): 0.13 mm
Backing Material: Ultra-high Molecular Weight Polyethylene
Backing Thickness (Metric): 0.13 mm
Brands: 3M™

Elongation at Break: 440%,4.7
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius): 107 ℃
Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius): -34 ℃
Primary Liner: 60# Densified Kraft, Silicone Treated Paper
Product Color: Transparent
Product Form: Roll
Shelf Life in Months (From Date of Manufacture): 18
Smallest Saleable Unit: Roll
Specifications Met: ASTM D3330, ASTM D3652, ASTM D3759

Temperature Resistance From – Long Term (Metric): -35 ℃
Temperature Resistance To – Long Term (Metric): 110 ℃
Tensile Strength (Metric): 526 N/100mm, 796 N/100mm
Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Metric): 0.17 mm
Units per Case: 1.0,12.0,2.0,3.0,6.0,9.0
Overall Height (Metric): 0.2 mm
Overall Length (Metric): 16.45 m, 16.459 m, 16.5 m, 32.91 m, 32.918 m, 164.59 m
Overall Thickness (Metric): 0.17 mm
Overall Width (Metric): 7.6 cm, 10.2 cm, 12.7 mm, 15.74 mm, 19 mm, 25.4 mm, 31.75 mm, 38.1 mm, 50.8 mm, 51 mm, 101.6 mm, 127 mm, 152.4 mm, 355.6 mm, 508 mm, 609.6 mm, 635 mm