5000M
5000M is a differential double-coated rubber adhesive tape with 1.4 mils of high-tack rubber adhesive on the exposed side and 1.3 mils of general-purpose rubber adhesive on the liner side, built on a 0.5 mil PET film carrier. The total tape thickness is 7.7 mils including the 4.5 mil 80# poly-coated kraft liner. Peel adhesion reaches 230 oz/in on the exposed side and 220 oz/in on the liner side when tested with 2 mil aluminum foil backing, with shear hold exceeding 24 hours and a service temperature range of 30°F to 150°F.
Key Properties
- Adhesion to Steel, Exposed Side (2 MIL Aluminum Foil): 230 oz/in (PSTC-101 — Modified)
- Adhesion to Steel, Liner Side (2 MIL Aluminum Foil): 220 oz/in (PSTC-101 — Modified)
- Adhesion to Steel, Exposed Side (1 MIL PET): 145 oz/in (PSTC-101 — Modified)
- Shear Adhesion: >24 hours (PSTC-107 — Modified)
- Service Temperature: 30°F to 150°F
- Total Thickness: 7.7 mils (PSTC-133)
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Physical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Adhesive Thickness, Exposed Side | 1.4 mils | PSTC-133 |
| Adhesive Thickness, Liner Side | 1.3 mils | PSTC-133 |
| Carrier Thickness | 0.5 mils | — |
| Liner Thickness | 4.5 mils | PSTC-133 |
| Total Thickness | 7.7 mils | PSTC-133 |
| Adhesive Type, Covered Side | Rubber (I915) | — |
| Adhesive Type, Exposed Side | Rubber (I915) | — |
| Adhesive System | Permanent Adhesive | — |
| Adhesive Side | Double Sided Adhesive | — |
| Adhesive Backing / Carrier | PET Film | — |
| Color | Clear | — |
| Liner | 80# poly-coated kraft | — |
Adhesion Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Adhesion to Steel, Exposed Side (1 MIL PET) | 145 oz/in | PSTC-101 — Modified |
| Adhesion to Steel, Exposed Side (2 MIL Aluminum Foil) | 230 oz/in | PSTC-101 — Modified |
| Adhesion to Steel, Liner Side (1 MIL PET) | 125 oz/in | PSTC-101 — Modified |
| Adhesion to Steel, Liner Side (2 MIL Aluminum Foil) | 220 oz/in | PSTC-101 — Modified |
| Shear Adhesion | >24 hours | PSTC-107 — Modified |
Thermal Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Laminating Temperature | 68°F to 100°F | — |
| Service Temperature | 30°F to 150°F | — |
Shelf Life / Storage
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Shelf Life | 12 months from date of shipment | — |
| Recommended Storage Conditions | 40–60% humidity, 60°F to 80°F | — |
- Bonding of PU and PE foams, felt, cork, rubber, and sponge materials in converted assemblies
- Gasket and insulation fabrication requiring aggressive tack on the exposed face
- Light shielding and sound damping applications in appliance and industrial assemblies
- Splicing of web materials where differential adhesive performance is advantageous
- Weatherstripping and general-purpose bonding for industrial and commercial converting
Common industries: Foam converting, appliance, automotive, industrial manufacturing, gasket and seal fabrication.
5000M is a differential double-coated rubber adhesive tape designed for general-purpose bonding and foam-conversion applications. The construction pairs a 1.4 mil high-tack Rubber (I915) adhesive on the exposed (airside) face with a 1.3 mil general-purpose Rubber (I915) adhesive on the liner side, separated by a 0.5 mil PET film carrier.
The exposed side’s elevated tack enables aggressive initial grab during assembly, while the liner side’s adhesive is tuned for broad general-purpose compatibility across a wide range of substrates including PU and PE foams, felt, cork, rubber, and sponge materials.
Peel adhesion is notably high: 145 oz/in on the exposed side and 125 oz/in on the liner side with 1 mil PET backing, rising to 230 oz/in and 220 oz/in respectively when tested with 2 mil aluminum foil backing — differences that reflect the contribution of the test backing stiffness to peel measurement geometry. Shear adhesion exceeds 24 hours per PSTC-107.
The PET carrier provides dimensional support for die-cutting and handling, while the kraft liner is conformable with good dimensional stability. Service temperature spans 30°F to 150°F, with a recommended laminating temperature of 68°F to 100°F. Shelf life is 12 months from date of shipment when stored at 40–60% humidity and 60°F to 80°F.
What differentiates 5000M from other double-coated rubber tapes?
5000M is a differential construction — the exposed side carries a high-tack rubber adhesive optimized for aggressive initial grab during assembly, while the liner side carries a general-purpose rubber adhesive suited for broad substrate compatibility. This enables the tape to function as both a quick-assembly fixturing aid and a permanent bonding medium in a single construction, a capability single-adhesive rubber tapes cannot provide.
Why is peel adhesion important when selecting this tape?
Peel adhesion values for 5000M vary substantially based on the test backing: 145 oz/in on the exposed side with 1 mil PET backing, rising to 230 oz/in with 2 mil aluminum foil. Specifiers should match the test configuration to the actual application geometry — thicker, stiffer bonded substrates tend to transfer load more effectively and yield higher practical peel values, mirroring the aluminum foil test condition.
What is the service temperature range for 5000M?
5000M has a service temperature range of 30°F to 150°F, with a recommended laminating temperature of 68°F to 100°F.
Is 5000M suitable for low-temperature or cold-service applications?
The 30°F minimum service temperature makes 5000M suitable for typical indoor and moderate-climate applications but is not recommended for cold-service or below-freezing environments. For wider low-temperature capability, acrylic-based alternatives with −40°F ratings should be considered. No specific regulatory compliance standards are listed on the TDS for this material.
How should 5000M be specified?
Specify grade (5000M), orientation (high-tack exposed side to primary substrate / general-purpose liner side to secondary substrate), adhesive thicknesses (1.4 mils exposed / 1.3 mils liner), carrier (0.5 mil PET), compliance requirements, dimensional tolerances, and finished format.
