Benefits
- Strong permanent bonding: Provides a practical alternative to mechanical fasteners in suitable assemblies.
- Stress absorption: The viscoelastic foam structure can help accommodate movement and thermal expansion between bonded materials.
- Design flexibility: Helps create clean assemblies without visible screws, rivets, or weld points.
- Gap filling: The relatively thick foam construction can conform to minor surface irregularities.
- Long-term durability: Acrylic adhesive technology is designed for demanding industrial bonding applications.
- Processing flexibility: Can be slit, laminated, and die-cut into custom components.
Technical Specifications
| Property | 3M™ Acrylic Foam Tape CP5112 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Double-sided acrylic foam tape |
| Foam Core | Firm acrylic foam |
| Color | Gray |
| Adhesive | General-purpose acrylic adhesive |
| Thickness | Approx. 1.2 mm / 0.047 in |
| Construction | Acrylic foam + adhesive on both sides |
| Application | Permanent mounting and bonding |
| Typical Substrates | Metals, glass, HSE paints and plastics |
| Temperature Application | Can be applied down to approximately 0°C / 32°F |
| Converting | Slitting, laminating, die-cutting |
The available product information identifies CP5112 as a 1.2 mm thick firm acrylic foam tape and indicates application down to approximately 0°C (32°F).
Note: The specifications above are provided for product-page reference. Actual performance depends on substrate, surface preparation, temperature, environmental exposure, bond area, and application conditions. For critical applications, please verify the latest 3M technical documentation.
Applications
3M™ CP5112 can be considered for:
- Automotive trim attachment
- Decorative material attachment
- Panel mounting
- Stiffener attachment
- Interior component assembly
- Exterior component mounting
- Emblem and badge attachment
- Sign and display mounting
- Metal-to-plastic bonding
- Glass-to-metal bonding
- General industrial assembly
The product is reported for applications including stiffener, panel, decorative material, and trim attachment.
Compatible Materials
3M™ CP5112 can be considered for bonding:
- Aluminum
- Stainless steel
- Other metals
- Glass
- High-surface-energy plastics
- Painted metal
- High-surface-energy painted substrates
- Automotive trim materials
- Decorative materials
For low-surface-energy plastics such as PP, PE, and certain TPO materials, additional surface treatment or a different adhesive technology may be required. Always conduct application-specific testing before production.
Industries
- Automotive
- Transportation
- Electronics
- Appliances
- Industrial Equipment
- Signage & Display
- Building & Construction
- Consumer Products
- General Manufacturing
Why Choose 3M™ Acrylic Foam Tape CP5112?
3M™ CP5112 combines a firm acrylic foam core with pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive to provide a strong, durable bonding solution for industrial assembly.
Its approximately 1.2 mm thickness provides useful conformability and stress absorption while maintaining a relatively robust foam structure. The tape can help manufacturers replace conventional mechanical fastening methods in appropriate applications, creating cleaner and more streamlined product designs.
For manufacturers requiring customized adhesive components, Yousan New Materials can provide:
- Custom-width slitting
- Roll converting
- Laminating
- Precision die-cutting
- Custom adhesive shapes
- Kiss-cut parts
- Custom packaging
Installation Guide
1. Prepare the surfaces
Clean the bonding surfaces to remove dust, oil, grease, moisture, release agents, and other contaminants.
2. Check the substrate
Confirm that CP5112 is compatible with the actual materials and surface coatings. For critical applications, conduct preliminary adhesion testing.
3. Apply the tape
Apply the tape to one substrate without stretching it. Avoid wrinkles, folds, and trapped air.
4. Apply firm pressure
Press the tape evenly across the bonding area to establish good contact with the substrate.
5. Attach the second substrate
Align the second component carefully before bringing it into contact with the adhesive.
6. Allow sufficient bonding time
Pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesives generally build adhesion over time. Avoid applying excessive loads immediately after assembly whenever possible.
7. Verify the finished assembly
For demanding applications, test peel, shear, temperature resistance, aging, moisture, and environmental durability under actual service conditions.
Storage
Store 3M™ CP5112 in a clean, dry environment and keep it in the original packaging until use.
Recommended practices:
- Avoid direct sunlight.
- Protect from excessive heat and humidity.
- Keep the tape clean and dry.
- Avoid crushing or deforming the rolls.
- Keep away from dust, oil, and chemical contamination.
- Follow the latest 3M storage recommendations for the specific product format.
FAQ
Q1: What is 3M™ CP5112?
A: 3M™ CP5112 is a double-sided acrylic foam tape designed for strong and durable mounting and bonding applications.
Q2: How thick is 3M™ CP5112?
A: CP5112 is approximately 1.2 mm (0.047 in) thick.
Q3: What color is CP5112?
A: CP5112 is generally supplied as a gray acrylic foam tape.
Q4: Is CP5112 suitable for automotive applications?
A: Yes. CP5112 can be considered for automotive trim, decorative materials, panels, stiffeners, and other suitable mounting applications.
Q5: Can CP5112 bond metal and plastic?
A: Yes, it can be considered for metals and high-surface-energy plastics. The exact substrate and surface condition should be evaluated before production.
Q6: Can CP5112 replace screws or rivets?
A: In suitable applications, acrylic foam tape can provide a permanent bonding method that may replace mechanical fasteners such as screws, rivets, or welds. The required bond strength and safety factor should be evaluated for each application.
Q7: Can CP5112 be die-cut?
A: Yes. Yousan New Materials can provide custom slitting and precision die-cutting for adhesive components.
Q8: What is the minimum application temperature?
A: Available product information indicates that CP5112 can be applied at temperatures down to approximately 0°C (32°F).
Q9: Can you provide custom-width CP5112?
A: Yes. Custom-width rolls and converted adhesive parts can be produced according to the required dimensions and application.
Downloads
Available upon request:
- 3M™ Acrylic Foam Tape CP5112 Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Product Brochure
- Automotive Bonding Guide
- Die-Cutting Capability Guide
Please contact our sales team if you require the latest technical documentation.
