AFTC SC15B
AFTC SC15B is a double sided, closed cell acrylic foam tape with a permanent Acrylic Coating 40 adhesive system on both faces, available at 0.062″ thickness. It is designed for structural cladding applications on high and medium surface energy substrates — including plastics, glass, steel, aluminum, and ceramics — and is capable of withstanding wind, temperature extremes, sway, and vibration by addressing both static and dynamic loads through its elastic properties. The tape delivers a 90° peel adhesion of 23 lb/in and is rated for long-term service up to 212°F and short-term exposure up to 320°F.
Key Properties
- 90° Peel Adhesion: 23 lb/in (ASTM D3330)
- Dynamic Shear Strength: 78 lb/in² (ASTM D1002)
- Tensile Strength: 78 lb/in² (ASTM D897)
- Long-Term Temperature Resistance: 212°F
- Liner / Carrier: Red PE liner; Acrylic Adhesive Foam Core
- Total Tape Thickness: 0.062″ ±10%
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Physical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Thickness | 0.062″ ±10% | — |
| Color | Black+ | — |
| Material / Substrate | Coated Acrylic Foam | — |
| Core | Acrylic Adhesive Foam Core | — |
| Adhesive Type | Acrylic Coating 40 | — |
| Adhesive System | Permanent Adhesive | — |
| Adhesive Side | Double Sided Adhesive | — |
| Liner | Red PE liner | — |
| Density | 52 lb/ft³ | — |
| Cell Structure | Closed Cell | — |
+All “Black” tapes have a gray core and black adhesive.
Adhesion Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| 90° Peel Adhesion | 23 lb/in | ASTM D3330 |
| Dynamic Shear Strength | 78 lb/in² | ASTM D1002 |
| Tensile Strength | 78 lb/in² | ASTM D897 |
| Static Shear Strength @ 72°F | 1,000 grams* | ASTM 3654 |
| Static Shear Strength @ 150°F | 500 grams* | ASTM 3654 |
| Static Shear Strength @ 200°F | 500 grams* | ASTM 3654 |
*Weight that 1/2 square inch will hold 10,000 minutes (7 days).
Thermal Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Minimum Temperature Resistance | -40°F | — |
| Short-Term Temperature Resistance | 320°F | — |
| Long-Term Temperature Resistance | 212°F | — |
| Recommended Application Temperature | Minimum 59°F | — |
Environmental Performance
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Solvent Resistance | Excellent | — |
| UV Resistance | Excellent | — |
Shelf Life / Storage
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Shelf Life | 18 months | — |
| Recommended Storage Conditions | Store in its original package and in a dry place between 39.2°F and 100.4°F | — |
- Structural bonding of cladding panels to aluminum or steel framing systems where greater bond-line thickness is required than the SC11 grades provide
- Attachment of glass elements in curtain wall or glazing systems with wider joint tolerances subject to wind load and thermal movement
- Bonding of high and medium surface energy plastic cladding components where gap-filling and moisture ingress prevention are required
- Adhesive mounting of ceramic tile or panel systems where additional bond-line compliance is needed for surface irregularities
- Replacement of mechanical fasteners in cladding assemblies requiring resistance to vibration and dynamic loading with a thicker foam profile
Common industries: construction, glazing and fenestration, architectural fabrication, signage and display, transportation.
AFTC SC15B is a Structural Cladding Tape — a designation that distinguishes it from general purpose AFTC grades by its specific design for façade and cladding assemblies subject to structural loading. Its elastic construction allows it to absorb shock and deflection from wind, thermal movement, sway, and vibration, addressing both static and dynamic loads simultaneously.
The tape’s ability to fill gaps and voids prevents the ingress of dirt, cleaning chemicals, and moisture, and contributes to clean, consistent joint lines in cladding assemblies. At 0.062″ — thicker than the SC11 grades — SC15B provides greater bond-line compliance and gap accommodation for cladding assemblies with wider joint tolerances or irregular surfaces. Note: all “Black+” tapes have a gray core and black adhesive.
The tape demonstrates excellent resistance to solvents and UV exposure. As a pressure sensitive adhesive, a minimum bond line pressure of 14.5 psi applied by hand roller or mechanical presser is required for full adhesion. For low surface energy substrates, primer use is recommended; the AFTC line requires up to 72 hours to reach end-strength without primer, which is reduced to approximately 20 minutes with a compatible primer. Shelf life is 18 months when stored in original packaging in a dry environment between 39.2°F and 100.4°F.
What differentiates AFTC SC15B from SC11B, which shares the same adhesive and color?
AFTC SC15B and SC11B are both Black+ Structural Cladding Tapes using Acrylic Coating 40 and targeting the same substrate types. SC15B is 0.062" thick versus 0.047" for SC11B — approximately 32% thicker — providing greater gap-filling capability and bond-line compliance. Its dynamic shear (78 lb/in²) and tensile strength (78 lb/in²) are lower than SC11B's 85 lb/in², consistent with the reduced shear values at greater thickness seen across the SC series. Static shear and peel adhesion are identical between the two at 1,000 grams (72°F) and 23 lb/in respectively.
Why is peel adhesion important when selecting an acrylic foam tape for structural cladding?
Peel adhesion — measured here at 23 lb/in per ASTM D3330 — determines how effectively the tape resists being lifted from the cladding substrate under wind uplift, thermal cycling, or mechanical loading. In façade and cladding applications where the bond line must perform over decades of environmental exposure, maintaining adequate peel adhesion is critical to the long-term integrity of the cladding attachment.
What is the operating temperature range for AFTC SC15B?
AFTC SC15B has a minimum temperature resistance of -40°F, a long-term temperature resistance of 212°F, and a short-term temperature resistance of 320°F.
Is AFTC SC15B suitable for outdoor or UV-exposed environments?
The TDS rates AFTC SC15B as having excellent UV resistance and excellent solvent resistance. It is specifically described as capable of withstanding temperature extremes. No specific regulatory compliance standards are listed on the TDS.
How should AFTC SC15B be specified?
Specify grade (AFTC SC15B), thickness (0.062"), color (Black+), liner type (Red PE), dimensional tolerances, and finished format. Note any primer requirements for lower surface energy substrates and confirm minimum application temperature of 59°F can be met at time of installation.
