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Linerless Label Tape
3341
Temporary Data Sheet*
Technical Information Revision 1
Scotch® Linerless Label Tape 3341 is a high quality, bright white, linerless label tape used in
combination with any of the Scotch® Thermal Transfer Ribbons and the 3M-Matic™ Case Labeling
Systems Applicators to produce high quality labels. Sharp, scanable bar codes, text and graphics
imaged on the white polypropylene film backing and adhered with the pressure sensitive hot-melt
adhesive withstand the rigorous shipping conditions encountered by many corrugated shipping
containers. When used with the 3M-Matic™ SA2000 side/top applicator, the linerless label tape
provides high quality compliance labels.
Features Advantages Benefits
Thermal Transfer printable Easy to print Saves time and reduces need for
pre-cut labels
Polypropylene backing Strong reliable backing means Saves valuable time in the printing
fewer breaks and application processes
Pressure sensitive hot-melt Adheres well to a wide variety Ensures good adhesion of
rubber-resin adhesive of surfaces labels to corrugated shipping
cases.
Secure ink bond to backing Provides excellent scuff and rub High quality barcode scanning
resistance at all distribution points
Applications / Performance
Mainly used for labeling corrugated shipping cases. Application of Linerless Label Tape 3341 is most
easily accomplished at room temperature. Once applied, Linerless Label Tape 3341 performs well
throughout the normal temperature ranges typically encountered by packaged products in shipping and
storage environments.
Recommended Print Engines and Dispensers
Print engines: Sato 8485 SE, & Sato 8490 SE, Etipack
Applicators: SA2000 Side/Top Labeler
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Packaging Systems Division
3M Center, Building 230-1S-10 Printed in U.S.A.
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 USA © 3M 2002
1- 800-722-5463
Scotch® Linerless Label Tape
3341
Typical Physical Properties (Not recommended of specification purposes)
ASTM Test Method
Adhesion to Steel: 52oz./in. width (57 N/100mm width) D-3330
Tensile Strength:
Machine Direction: 31 lbs./in. width (543 N/100 mm width) D-3759
Cross Direction: 31 lbs./in. width (543 N/100 mm width) D-3759
Elongation at Break: 100 % D-3759
Thickness Backing: 1.6 mil (0.041 mm) D-3652
Total: 2.6 mil (0.066 mm) D-3652
Opacity: 93 LABSCAN 6000
Holding Power to Fiberboard: 3,000 + minutes D-3654
Available Sizes / Colors
Width (in.): 2", 3", 4"
Length (Meters): 914
Core: 3” (76 mm)
Colors : White
Storage Conditions
Store in clean dry place. Temperature of 18 - 21° C and 40 to 50 percent relative humidity are recommended.
* Based on limited production. As sufficient production data is gathered, a permanent data sheet will be issued.
Technical Data: All physical properties, statements, and recommendations are based either on tests we believe to be reliable
or our experience, but they are not guaranteed. 3M recommends each user determine the suitability of the product for the
intended use.
Warranty and Limited Remedy: THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING
OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE:
3M warrants its tapes will be free from defects in material and manufacture. If a tape is proved to be defective, then the
exclusive remedy, and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation shall be, at 3M's option, to replace the quantity of the tape which is
proved to be defective or to refund the purchase price.
Limitation of Liability: Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from this 3M
product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential regardless of the legal theory asserted, including
warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
The foregoing Warranty and Limited Remedy and Limitation of Liability may be changed only by a written agreement
signed by authorized officers of 3M and seller.
