A-803
A-803 is a 3.0 mil acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive transfer tape with a 5.6 mil 76# poly-coated kraft liner (8.6 mil total thickness). Formulated for general-purpose converting on paper, metal, and low-plasticized plastics, it delivers 103 oz·f/in peel adhesion (180°, 20-minute dwell) and 240+ hours of static shear hold at 1000 grams at 73°F. The service temperature range extends from −40°F to 300°F continuous (325°F intermittent), and the adhesive is compliant with JIS-A low-VOC, ISO 18902 acid-free, and ISO 18916 photographic archiving standards.
Key Properties
- Peel Adhesion, 12 IPM @ 180°, 20-Minute Dwell: 103 oz·f/in (ASTM D3330)
- Static Shear Test (1000 grams @ 73°F): 240+ hours (ASTM D3654)
- Operating Temperature — Continuous: −40°F to 300°F
- Operating Temperature — Intermittent: 325°F
- Liner: 76# poly-coated kraft (5.6 mils)
- Total Thickness: 8.6 mils (3.0 mil adhesive + 5.6 mil liner)
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Physical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Adhesive Thickness, Liner Side | 3.0 mils | — |
| Liner Thickness | 5.6 mils | — |
| Total Thickness | 8.6 mils | — |
| Adhesive Type | Acrylic | — |
| Adhesive System | Permanent | — |
| Adhesive Side | Single Sided | — |
| Color | Clear | — |
| Liner | 76# poly-coated kraft | — |
Adhesion Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Peel Adhesion, 12 IPM @ 180°, 20-Minute Dwell | 103 oz·f/in | ASTM D3330 |
| Static Shear Test (1000 grams @ 73°F) | 240+ hours | ASTM D3654 |
Thermal Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Operating Temperature — Continuous | −40°F to 300°F | — |
| Operating Temperature — Intermittent | 325°F | — |
Compliance
- JIS-A (Low VOC Acrylic Standard) — Compliant
- ISO 18902 (Acid-Free Standard) — Compliant
- ISO 18916 (Photographic Archiving) — Compliant
- General mounting of paper, metal, and low-plasticized plastic components
- HVAC component assembly and thermal insulation bonding
- Point-of-purchase (POP) signage and display graphic construction
- Archival mounting of photographs, documents, and artwork where acid-free adhesive construction is required
- High-temperature general-purpose bonding operating up to 300°F continuous / 325°F intermittent
Common industries: Graphic arts, display and signage, HVAC, insulation, photographic archiving, museum and library services.
A-803 is a general-purpose acrylic transfer tape engineered for converting applications across paper, metal, and low-plasticized plastic substrates. The construction pairs a 3.0 mil permanent acrylic adhesive with a 5.6 mil 76# poly-coated kraft liner, yielding an 8.6 mil total thickness.
The adhesive is designed to balance tack and shear — providing fast initial grab while holding 240+ hours under a 1000-gram static shear load at 73°F — making it a practical choice for general mounting, HVAC assembly, insulation bonding, and POP signage applications.
The adhesive offers excellent temperature resistance with a continuous service range of −40°F to 300°F and intermittent capability to 325°F — notably higher than most general-purpose transfer tapes. It provides moderate plasticizer resistance and strong adhesion to numerous substrates.
A-803 carries three notable compliance credentials: it is a low-VOC acrylic meeting JIS-A standard, meets ISO 18902 for acid-free construction, and meets ISO 18916 for photographic archiving — making it suitable for document, artwork, and photographic mounting applications where adhesive composition must not damage paper or imaging materials over long-term archival storage.
What differentiates A-803 from other general-purpose acrylic transfer tapes?
A-803 combines strong general-purpose performance with three specialized compliance credentials: JIS-A low-VOC, ISO 18902 acid-free, and ISO 18916 photographic archiving. This makes it a single adhesive suitable for both standard industrial converting and archival mounting applications where emissions, pH, or long-term image stability are concerns. The 325°F intermittent service capability also exceeds most general-purpose transfer tapes.
Why is peel adhesion important when selecting this tape?
Peel adhesion measures the force required to separate the tape from a substrate at a defined angle, reflecting the practical bond strength the tape will deliver in service. For A-803, the 103 oz·f/in peel value at 20-minute dwell — combined with 240+ hours of static shear hold — confirms a balanced adhesive capable of both strong initial grab and long-term load resistance on the broad range of substrates listed.
What is the operating temperature range for A-803?
A-803 has a continuous operating temperature range of −40°F to 300°F, with intermittent capability to 325°F.
Is A-803 suitable for archival or low-VOC regulated environments?
Yes. The TDS states compliance with JIS-A (Low VOC Acrylic standard), ISO 18902 (Acid-Free standard), and ISO 18916 (Photographic Archiving), making A-803 suitable for archival mounting of photographs and documents as well as indoor assembly applications where VOC emissions must be controlled.
How should A-803 be specified?
Specify grade (A-803), adhesive thickness (3.0 mils), liner (76# poly-coated kraft), compliance requirements (JIS-A / ISO 18902 / ISO 18916 as applicable), dimensional tolerances, and finished format.
