3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials
Product Descriptions
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Coarse Tapes and Treads −
700 Series
The product consists of large abrasive particles bonded by a tough,
durable polymer to a dimensionally stable plastic film. The reverse
side is coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive covered by a
removable protective liner.
Standard Sizes:
Refer to Standard Product Chart (Page 2)
•Colors: Black #710, Gray #770
•Custom sizes: Available upon request
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant General
Purpose Tapes and Treads − 600 Series
The product consists of abrasive particles bonded by a tough,
durable polymer to a dimensionally stable plastic film. The reverse
side is coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive covered by a
removable protective liner.
Standard Sizes:
Refer to Standard Product Chart (Page 2)
•Colors: Black #610, Clear #620, Safety Yellow #630, Safety
Yellow/Black Stripe #613, and Black with Photo-luminescent
(PL) strip #690
•Custom sizes: Available upon request
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Conformable
Tapes and Treads − 500 Series
The product consists of abrasive particles bonded by a tough,
durable polymer to aluminum foil. The reverse side is coated with a
pressure-sensitive adhesive covered by a removable protective
liner. The product is designed to stretch and conform to irregular
surfaces such as diamond plating or flat surfaces with rivets or
screw heads, ladder rungs, etc.
Standard Sizes:
Refer to Standard Product Chart (Page 2)
•Colors: Black #510 and Safety Yellow #530
•Custom sizes: Available upon request
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Medium
Resilient Tapes and Treads − 300 Series
The product consists of dimensionally stable plastic film coated
with a textured resilient surface. The reverse side is coated with a
pressure-sensitive adhesive covered by a removable protective
liner.
Standard Sizes:
Refer to Standard Product Chart (Page 2)
•Colors: Black #310 and Gray #370
•Custom sizes and colors:
Available upon request.
3M™ Safety-Walk™
Slip-Resistant Fine
Resilient Tapes and
Treads − 200 Series
The product consists of a fine textured resilient top surface. The
reverse side is coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive covered
by a removable protective liner.
Standard Sizes:
Refer to Standard Product Chart (Page 2)
•Colors: White #280 and Clear #220
•Custom sizes: Available upon request
Accessories
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Primer
Primer is a solvent-based adhesive. It is to be applied to rough or
porous surfaces before application of adhesive-backed products.
One quart covers approximately 35 square feet.
Size: 1 quart can
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Edge Sealing Compound
Edge Sealing Compound is a liquid, solvent-based sealer in a
convenient tube applicator. The product seals the exposed edges
of Safety-Walk slip-resistant materials, providing extra protection
from excessive moisture or liquids. One five-ounce tube seals
approximately 75 to 100 linear feet.
Size: 5 oz. tube
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Rubber Hand Roller
Rubber Hand Roller helps provide a firm bond when Safety-Walk
slip-resistant materials are applied.
Size: Roller – 1 and 3/8 " diameter x 2" wide
Overall length – 6"
Technical Data Sheet
Revision J, December 2016
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3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials
Standard Product Chart
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Tapes and Treads Standard Sizes and Colors
Custom sizes available upon request for all materials.
Customs colors available upon request for Medium Resilient materials.
Size
Coarse
700 Series General Purpose
600 Series Conformable
500 Series
Medium
Resilient
300 Series
Fine Resilient
200 Series
Black
#710 Gray
#770 Black
#610
Safety
Yellow
#630
Clear
#620
Safety
Yellow
/Black
Stripe
#613
Black
PL
Strip
#690
Black
#510
Safety
Yellow
#530
Black
#310 Gray
#370 White
#280 Clear
#220
3/4” x 24” x
5 1/2” x
5 1/2” x
6” x 24” x x xxx x
2” x 30’ x
3” x 30’ x
4” x 30’ xx
6” x 30’ xx
24” x 30’ xx
3/4” x 60’ x
1” x 60’ xxxx x xxxx
2” x 60’ xxxx xxxxxx
3” x 60’ x
4” x 60’ xxxx xxxxx
6” x 60’ x x xxxxx
12” x 60’ x x x xxxx
18” x 60’ xxxx
24” x 60’ x xxxx
36” x 60’ xxx
48” x 60’ xx x
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3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials
Product Selection Guide
X - Recommended for flat or smooth surfaces
0 - Recommended around corners or for irregular surfaces
* - Not recommended for application on greasy quarry tiles
Type of 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Tapes and Treads
Applications Coarse
700 Series General Purpose
600 Series Conformable 500
Series Medium Resilient
300 Series Fine Resilient
200 Series
Farm Machinery xx0
Construction Equipment
Forklifts
Cherry pickers xx0
Steps, stairs, and platforms x0
Recreational Vehicles
Snowmobiles
ATVs
Garden tractors
Lawn mowers
xx0
Wet and oily areas xx0
Loading docks
Cold storage
Catwalks
Platform/ramps
xx0
Ladders
Step stools
Scaffolds x0
Airplane decks/cargo holds
Trains
Semi-trailers
Buses
Ships decks
xx0
Water skis
Surf boards
Jet skis
Boats
x
Swimming pools
Pool accessories
Diving boards x
Bath area
Showers xx
Bathtubs x
Conveyors
Pulleys x
Food service area* xx
Machine shops
Auto repair shops
Garages x
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3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials
Typical Properties
Dynamic Coefficient of Friction
Static Coefficient of Friction
Type of 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Tapes and Treads
Product Attribute Coarse
700 Series General Purpose
600 Series Conformable
500 Series
Medium
Resilient
300 Series
Fine
Resilient
200 Series
Color Black #710
Gray #770 Black #610
Safety
Yellow #630
Clear #620
Safety
Yellow/Black
Stripe #613
Black PL Strip
#690
Black #510
Safety
Yellow #530
Black #310
Gray #370
Clear #220
White #280
Applied Weight (oz.)/
ft2
(g)/m25.50
1,700
2.4
730
2.4
730
2.4
730
2.4
730
2.8
850
2.7
830
2.1
640
Minimum
Application
Temperature 40° F (4° C) 40° F (4° C) 40° F (4° C) 40° F (4° C) 40° F (4° C) 40° F (4° C) 40° F (4° C) 50° F (10° C)
3M-SW-29.0 -
Maximum Service
Temperature
175° F
(79° C)
175° F
(79° C)
150° F
(66° C)
150° F
(66° C)
150° F
(66° C)
175° F
(79° C)
175° F
(79° C)
150° F
(66° C)
ASTM E648-10e1 or
(NFPA253) -
Flammability Average
Critical:
-Radiant Flux W/cm2
-NFPA Classification 1.02
Class I
1.01
Class I
630: 1.02
Class I
620: 0.99
Class 1
1.01
Class I
1.01
Class I
1.02
Class I
0.37
Class II
1.01
Class I
2010 IMO FTP Code,
Annex 1 Parts 2 and 5
---
U.S Coast
Guard
Approval
Number:
164.117/
50/0
--- --- --- --- --- ---
FAA 25.855-F-1 -
T3003 Aluminum
Substrate (Baggage)
FAA 25-853-F-1 -
T3003 Aluminum
Substrate (Interior
surface)
ASTM E662-09 or
(NFPA258) - Smoke
Density (Dm
corrected)
-Flaming
-Non-Flaming
Pass
Pass
73
174
Pass
Pass
98
97
Pass
Pass
630: 47
47
620: 60
40
Pass
Pass
53
47
Pass
Pass
90
32
Pass
Pass
57
65
---
Pass
78
244
---
---
177
164
Sensor Condition Coarse
700
Series
General
Purpose
Black #610
General
Purpose
#630,
#620
General
Purpose
#613,
#690
Conformable
500 Series
Medium
Resilient
300 Series
Fine
Resilient
200 Series
Rubber Dry
Water
Oil
1.05
1.00
0.76
1.04
1.02
0.87
1.02
1.05
0.90
1.02
1.05
0.90
1.04
0.94
0.95
1.06
0.83
0.31
1.29
0.86
0.35
Leather Dry
Water
Oil
0.65
0.83
N/A
0.74
1.19
N/A
0.78
1.14
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
0.72
1.14
N/A
0.73
0.77
N/A
0.66
0.79
N/A
Sensor Condition Coarse
700
Series
General
Purpose
Black #610
General
Purpose
#630,
#620
General
Purpose
#613,
#690
Conformable
500 Series
Medium
Resilient
300 Series
Fine
Resilient
200 Series
Rubber Dry
Water
Oil
1.24
1.14
1.05
1.40
1.30
1.17
1.30
1.25
1.31
1.30
1.25
1.31
1.38
1.25
1.28
1.06
0.84
0.51
1.38
0.81
0.58
Leather Dry
Water
Oil
0.90
1.05
N/A
1.00
1.64
N/A
1.05
1.48
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.04
1.46
N/A
0.81
0.81
N/A
0.82
0.93
N/A
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3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials
Slip Resistance
Chemical Resistance
Use this guide to help select the proper 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Tapes and Treads when exposure to chemicals is anticipated.
• Fine Resilient Clear may turn cloudy during continuous immersion in water. It will regain clarity after it dries.
• Colors may be affected by extended exposure to some chemicals.
R - Recommended, generally not continuous immersion
I - Recommended for intermittent exposure only
IC - Can stand incidental contact, provided cleaning/rinsing is performed after exposure
NR - Not recommended
DIN9Ger.51130 (ZH1/571): Value Coarse
700
Series
General
Purpose
Black #610
General
Purpose
#630,
#620
General
Purpose
#613,
#690
Conformable
500 Series
Medium
Resilient
300 Series
Fine
Resilient
200 Series
Friction (dry) R13--- - - -
Volume (ml/dmsq) V8--- - - -
Type of 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Material
Chemical Coarse
700 Series General Purpose
600 Series Conformable
500 Series
Medium
Resilient
300 Series
Fine
Resilient
200 Series
Color Black #710
Gray #770 Black #610
Safety
Yellow #630
Clear #620
Safety
Yellow/Black
Stripe #613
Black PL Strip
#690
Black #510
Safety
Yellow #530
Black #310
Gray #370
Clear #220
White #280
Water RRRRRRRR
Bleach RR I I R I R R
1% Hydrochloric Acid RRRRRRRR
1% Sodium Hydroxide IINRI I NR R R
Detergent (1% Dreft
in Water) RRRNRNRRRR
Soap (1% Ivory Flakes
in Water) RRRIIRRR
Isopropyl Alcohol RR R I I R R I
Motor Oil RRRRRRRR
Hydraulic Fluid
(Skydrol 500B) NR NR R R R I R NR
Peanut Oil RRRRRRRR
Methyl Ethyl Ketone IIIII I I NR
Mineral Spirits R R NR I I NR NR NR
Gasoline (Unleaded) NR NR IC NR NR NR NR NR
25% Sulfuric Acid
Water RR I R R IC R R
50% Antifreeze in
Water RRRIRRRR
Windshield Washer
Fluid RRRRRRRR
Diesel Fuel RRIII I NRNR
Salt Water RRRRRRRR
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Surface Preparation Table
1 - Use solvent suitable for removing grease and oil. Follow manufacturer’s directions for proper handling.
2 - Use detergent, degreaser or stripping chemical as appropriate.
3 - Untreated and treated wood must be painted before application of any 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials.
4 - Not recommended for use in commercial kitchens.
Directions for Use
Surface Preparation Instructions
1. Make sure surface is clean, dry, smooth and above minimum application temperature when applying 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant
material. Repair or replace any broken or damaged surface.
Minimum application temperatures:
Coarse (700 series) 40ºF (4ºC)
General Purpose (600 series) 40ºF (4ºC)
Conformable (500 series) 40ºF (4ºC)
Medium Resilient (300 series) 40ºF (4ºC)
Fine Resilient (200 series) 50ºF (10ºC)
2. Remove chipped, cracked or peeled paint prior to applying Safety-Walk material.
3. Remove loose residue from surface.
4. If present, floor finish may be removed prior to application.
5. Referring to the “Surface Preparation Table” on page 6, use the appropriate cleaner or solvent wipe to clean the surface. After cleaning,
allow surface to dry thoroughly.
Priming Instructions
1. Prime clean, dry surfaces with 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Primer, especially:
a. Uncoated concrete surfaces.
b. Coated, painted or porous concrete if surface is excessively rough.
c. Other porous surfaces.
2. Priming Instructions
a. Properly clean the surface following the “Surface Preparation Table” on page 6.
b. Use a paint brush to apply a thin coat of Safety-Walk primer where material is to be placed.
c. Allow the primed area to dry thoroughly (no evidence of stickiness or tackiness) before applying Safety-Walk slip-resistant material.
Approximate drying time is 15 minutes.
Application Instructions
Tools Needed: Rubber Hand Roller or Rubber Mallet
1. Individual pieces should be spaced a minimum of 1/2” apart and a maximum of 2” apart.
2. Round the corners of any pieces cut from rolls.
3. Peel protective liner back about 2” from one end and position piece on surface.
Surface Solvent Wipe1Strip Floor Finish; Degrease;
Wash and Rinse2Prime Coat Recommended
Bare metal/polyethylene/propylene xNo
Painted metal or plastic/painted wood/gel-
coated fiberglass/epoxy-coated floor3xxNo
Rough or smooth porous concrete xYes
Painted or coated smooth concrete xNo
Vinyl tile/marble/terrazzo/ceramic xNo
Quarry Tile4xYes
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IMPORTANT NOTE
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Minimize touching adhesive with fingers.
4. Continue to remove liner. Press firmly in place as liner is removed.
5. For small pieces: Peel liner off piece. Holding piece by its edges, curve it gently with the adhesive side out. Align the middle of the piece
over the middle of the target surface and press down.
6. Finally, press into firm contact with surface using a rubber hand roller by starting in middle and rolling out toward edges.
7. For applying 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Conformable Tapes and Treads, use a soft-headed rubber mallet to ensure product conformability
to surface. Pound edges extra hard.
8. On steps, apply tread material 1/2” from stair edge to prevent edge curl and premature wear.
Maintenance Instructions
• To maintain product effectiveness, the application should be inspected periodically.
• To ensure that 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials are kept free of dirt and other residue that might impair functionality:
-Coarse, General Purpose and Conformable tapes and treads should be deck brushed regularly.
-Medium and Fine Resilient Treads should be mopped or deck brushed regularly.
• Use an appropriate degreaser/cleaner for general maintenance to keep material and surrounding surfaces dirt and grease free.
• To remove and replace worn or torn material:
-Start by pulling up old material. Use of a heat gun may assist in this process.
-After removal of old material, use 3M™ General Purpose Adhesive Remover (08987) or an equivalent product to soften adhesive res-
idue and allow scraping of surface in preparation for product replacement.
Important for Proper Application and Service Life
1. All surfaces must be clean, dry and at recommended temperature before applying product.
2. Rough or porous surfaces must be primed with 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Primer for proper adhesion.
3. A 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Rubber Hand Roller should be used to assure a firm bond when applying all Safety-Walk slip-resistant materials.
4. For extra protection from excessive moisture or liquids, use 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Edge Sealing Compound. Safety-Walk slip-resistant
materials are not recommended for continuous immersion in water.
5. 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Material can be applied on most painted surfaces that are in good condition. The material will adhere
as well as the base paint. Painted surfaces must be thoroughly dry before application of any 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Material.
6. Treated or untreated wood must be painted prior to application of 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Material.
7. Do not apply 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Material over surfaces with constant water contact or moisture seepage.
8. Do not apply 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Material over grouting. Avoid cracks in concrete and cracks in any surface.
9. 3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Materials are not recommended for quarry tile in commercial kitchens due to constant oil exposure.
10. Store product in its original carton, preferably at 40°F (4°C) to 100°F (37.7°C). Humidity range of 40% to 60%.
11. It is recommended to use the product within five years from the date product is received.
IMPORTANT NOTE
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3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip Resistant Tapes and Treads Series 200, 300, 500, 600, and 700 have been certified by the National
Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) as providing "high traction". A wet static coefficient of friction (SCOF) of greater than 0.60 was chosen
by NFSI as the criteria for “high traction” because according to NFSI, floor surfaces maintaining this level of slip resistance when
wet have proven to reduce slip-and-fall claims by between 50% and 90%.
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3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant Conform able Tapes and Treads – 500 Series is not presently qualified to, nor on the qualified
products list associated with, any active Military Specification.
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Slip-Resistant General Purpose Tapes and Treads – 600 Series met, and was on the qualified products list
associated with, Military Specification MIL-D-17951 E, which was canceled upon the release of Military Specification MIL-PRF-
24667 C. The 600 Series is not presently qualified to, nor on the qualified products list associated with, any active Military
Specification.
3M™ Safety-Walk™ Coarse Tapes and Treads – 700 Series meets, and is on the qualified products list associated with, Military
Specification MIL-PRF-24667 C Type XI Comp PS. Certificate of compliance to this standard is only available via military orders or
special product request (SPR).
Product Use
Many factors beyond 3M’s control and uniquely within user’s knowledge and control can affect the use and performance of
a 3M product in a particular application. The user is solely responsible for evaluating the product and determining whether it
is fit for user’s particular purpose and adequately maintained.
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purchase from 3M’s authorized distributor. 3M MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If a 3M product does not
conform to this warranty, the sole and exclusive remedy is, at 3M’s option, replacement of the 3M product or refund of the
purchase price. Limitation of Liability: Except to the extent prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage
arising from the 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal or equitable
theory asserted.
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Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from its products, whether direct, indirect,
special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted.
Change Summary
For the most current 3M Technical Information available to successfully use this product, please view this Data Sheet
electronically and click on the blue underlined links to view the relevant documents.
Release J DEC-2016:
• Added Colors to 600 Series throughout document.
