3MTM Antistatic Utility Tape 40 Printed and Unprinted Data Sheet July 2013 Product Description 3M Antistatic Utility Tapes 40 Printed and Unprinted represent a breakthrough in pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape technology. This new tape, which generates less than 50 Volts on unwind and removal from stainless steel, helps prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to sensitive electronic components in manufacturing environments. Triboelectric charge may vary with your application and environment. Product Features Excellent Performance 3M 40 antistatic utility tape can be used at static-safeguard workstations as part of your total static control program. It generates very low levels of static charge even in dry conditions of 10% relative humidity (RH). The tape is supplied on a paper core; antistatic plastic cores are available to minimize particulate contamination in clean work areas. Proprietary Technology 3M 40 antistatic utility tape is a transparent polyester film tape with acrylic adhesive. Made with a proprietary technology, the tape generates extremely low levels of triboelectric charge when it is unwound from the roll and also when removed from most surfaces on which it is placed. This makes the tape an excellent choice for use near electronic components and assemblies. The tape is supplied on 36-yard and 72-yard rolls on 1" and 3" cores. 40 Tape Printed for Protection The tape is printed on the adhesive side with the 3M logo and the ESD Protective Symbol. This reminds workers that 40 tape is one of the only utility tapes you should allow in static-safeguarded areas. 1 of 3 3 3MTM Antistatic Utility Tape 40 Printed and Unprinted Applications Office/Clean Room/Work Station Holding notes of work orders Holding obstruction down Third hand, general purpose Manufacturing Close static shielding bags Conformal coating/maskins Holding and sealing supplies Packaging Box, bag and container sealing/holding DIP Tubes Removing Contaminants Label Stock Typical Properties Property Unit of Measure ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Static charge generation: Removal from roll, 10% RH, volts Removal from roll, 50% RH, volts Removal from stainless steel, 10% RH, volts Removal from stainless steel, 50% RH, volts Test Method Typical Value 3M 3M 3M 3M 20 5 50 5 Surface resistance: Adhesive @ 50% RH, Adhesive @ 10% RH, ESD Assoc. STD 11.11 ESD Assoc. STD 11.11 5 x 106 5 x 106 TAPE PROPERTIES Adhesion to steel, oz/inch Unwind force from roll, oz/inch Thickness, mils Break strength, lb./inch Slit width, inch ASTM D 1000 ASTM D 1000 ASTM D 1000 ASTM D 1000 ASTM D 1000 15 24 2.2 20 1/64 Non - outgassing TML CVCM ASTM E 595 ASTM E 595 <1.0% <0.1% 2 of 3 3MTM Antistatic Utility Tape 40 Printed and Unprinted Shelf-Life This product has a 2-year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in a humidity controlled storage (10C / 50F to 27C / 80 F and <75% relative humidity). Availability Please contact your local distributor; available from 3M.com/oem [Where to Buy] or call 1.800.676.8381. Important Notice All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M's products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any statements related to the product, which are not contained in 3M's current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order, shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M. Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture at the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M's option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M product, regardless of the legal theory asserted. 3M is a trademark of 3M Company. 3 Electrical Markets Division 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 800.245.3573 FAX: 800.245.0329 www.3M.com/electrical Please recycle (c) 3M 2013 All rights reserved 78-8124-4849-2 Rev B 3 of 3