3 Scotch (R) Strapping Tape 8898 Technical Data June, 2009 Product Description Scotch(R) Strapping Tape 8898 is a general-purpose tape with a tensilized polypropylene film backing and pressure-sensitive synthetic adhesive. The tape is designed for a wide variety of industrial and packaging applications. Some typical applications include bundling, reinforcing, strapping, box closing, and appliance securing. The backing provides proper stiffness and excellent abrasion, moisture, and scuff resistance. The pressure-sensitive adhesive is specifically formulated to provide balanced adhesion to most fiberboard surfaces and a wide variety of plastic and metal surfaces. We suggest tests be completed to determine suitability particularly on surfaces other than those previously mentioned. Construction Backing Adhesive Colors Tensilized polypropylene Pressure-sensitive synthetic rubber resin Blue, ivory Typical Physical Properties Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only, and should not be used for specification purposes. ASTM Test Method Available Sizes Adhesion to Steel: 75 oz./in. width (82 N/100 mm width) D-3330 Tensile Strength: 160 lbs./in.width (2800 N/100 mm width) D-3759 Elongation at Break: 32% D-3759 Tape Thickness: 4.6 mil (0.12 mm) D-3652 Standard Widths: .47 in. (12 mm), .71 in. (18 mm), .94 in. (24 mm), 1.9 in. (48 mm) and 2.8 in. (72 mm) Blue only: 3.8 in. (96 mm) Core Size (ID): 3 in. (76.2 mm) Lengths: 60 yds. (55 m) Storage Conditions Store behind present stock. Store in a clean, dry place. Temperature of 40-80F (4-26C) and 40-50% relative humidity are recommended. Rotate your stock. Shelf Life To obtain best performance, use this product within 18 months from date of manufacture. (R) Scotch Strapping Tape 8898 Technical Information The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are based upon tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such information is not guaranteed. 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. Given the variety of factors that can affect the use and performance of a 3M product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M product and determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user's method of application. Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer Unless an additional warranty is specifically stated on the applicable 3M product packaging or product literature, 3M warrants that each 3M product meets the applicable 3M product specification at the time 3M ships the product. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. If the 3M product does not conform to this warranty, then 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 where 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 theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability. ISO 9001: 2000 This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001: 2000 standards. 3 Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division 3M Center, Building 225-3S-06 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 800-362-3550 * 877-369-2923 (Fax) www.3M.com/industrial Recycled Paper 40% pre-consumer 10% post-consumer Scotch is a registered trademark of 3M. Printed in U.S.A. (c)3M 2009 70-0710-0271-4 (6/09)