Benefits
High Initial Tack
The 3M™ Adhesive 375 system provides high initial tack, helping establish an effective bond shortly after application.
Excellent Peel and Shear Performance
9086 is designed to provide high peel and shear performance across a broad range of substrates. The current 3M TDS reports representative 180° peel adhesion and static shear performance on several common substrates.
Broad Substrate Compatibility
The adhesive system is designed for good adhesion to both high- and low-surface-energy substrates, providing greater versatility than many conventional tissue tapes.
Conformable Carrier
The thin tissue carrier conforms well to irregular and textured surfaces, helping the adhesive maintain intimate contact with the substrate.
Easy Handling
The tissue carrier can be torn by hand, making 9086 convenient for manual assembly and hand-dispensing applications.
Fast and Efficient Processing
The combination of high initial tack, conformability and easy liner release can help improve assembly efficiency in converting and manufacturing operations.
Versatile Industrial Use
9086 is suitable for applications ranging from splicing and print finishing to POP displays, fabrics and blind manufacturing.
Technical Specifications
| Property | 3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Double-sided tissue tape |
| Adhesive | 3M™ Adhesive 375 |
| Adhesive Type | Modified acrylic |
| Carrier | Tissue |
| Color | Translucent / white commercial configuration |
| Total Thickness | 0.19 mm / 7.5 mil |
| Liner | Paper / Glassine |
| Liner Thickness | Approx. 0.07 mm / 3 mil |
| Adhesive Sides | Double-sided |
| Bond Type | Pressure-sensitive adhesive |
| Primary Characteristics | High initial tack, high peel and shear performance |
| Carrier Handling | Conformable and hand-tearable |
The current 3M TDS lists a translucent tape, modified acrylic adhesive, tissue carrier, 0.019? mm value in the source extraction, and a 0.07 mm glassine liner. For website publication, the correct total tape thickness should be stated as 0.19 mm / 7.5 mil, consistent with 3M’s current product pages and product catalogues.
Representative Performance
According to the current 3M TDS, representative 180° peel adhesion after 72 hours at 23°C includes:
- ABS: 15 N/cm
- Glass: 16 N/cm
- HDPE: 7 N/cm
- High-pressure laminate: 13 N/cm
- Polycarbonate: 18 N/cm
- Stainless steel: 16 N/cm
Representative static shear performance is listed at 10,000 minutes under the specified 23°C and 70°C test conditions, with a 25 × 25 mm test area and 1,000 g load for the 23°C condition. These are typical performance values and should not be treated as product specifications.
Applications
3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086 is suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, including:
- Zero-speed splicing
- General splicing
- Print finishing
- POP displays
- Sign and display assembly
- Fabric bonding
- Blind manufacturing
- Decorative component attachment
- Nameplate and label mounting
- Foam bonding
- Plastic component assembly
- Paper and film bonding
- General industrial assembly
- Laminating
- Die-cut tape converting
3M specifically identifies zero-speed and general splicing, POP displays, fabrics, blind manufacturing and print finishing as recommended applications.
Compatible Materials
3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086 can bond a broad range of materials, including:
- Stainless steel
- Aluminum
- Other metals
- Glass
- ABS
- Polycarbonate (PC)
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
- High-pressure laminate
- Paint
- Foams
- Fabrics
- Various plastics
- Paper
- Films
- Textured surfaces
3M’s technical data demonstrates representative adhesion on ABS, glass, HDPE, high-pressure laminate, polycarbonate and stainless steel. Actual performance depends on substrate condition, surface preparation, contact area and application environment.
Industries
- Printing and converting
- Packaging
- Signage and display
- Point-of-purchase (POP)
- Furniture and interior products
- Window blind manufacturing
- Textile and fabric products
- Electronics
- Appliances
- General industrial manufacturing
- Automotive component assembly
- Consumer products
Why Choose 3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086?
3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086 is a strong choice when you need a thin, high-tack double-sided tissue tape with broad substrate compatibility.
Key advantages include:
- Proven 3M™ Adhesive 375 technology
- 0.19 mm thin profile
- High initial tack
- Excellent peel and shear performance
- Good adhesion to high- and low-surface-energy substrates
- Suitable for smooth, rough and textured surfaces
- Conformable tissue carrier
- Easy hand tearing
- Convenient hand-dispensing
- Suitable for splicing and industrial assembly
- Available in multiple widths and roll formats
For tape converters and OEM manufacturers, 9086 is also suitable for slitting, laminating and precision die-cutting into custom tape components.
Installation Guide
1. Prepare the Surface
Remove dust, dirt, oil, grease, moisture and other contaminants from the bonding surfaces.
For optimum bonding, surfaces should be clean, dry and free from contamination.
2. Evaluate the Substrate
Confirm compatibility between the adhesive and the actual substrate.
For coated, painted, textured or low-surface-energy materials, conduct application-specific adhesion testing before production.
3. Apply the Tape
Apply 9086 smoothly to the first substrate.
Avoid stretching or wrinkling the tape during application.
4. Apply Pressure
Apply firm and uniform pressure across the tape to maximize adhesive contact and wet-out.
5. Remove the Liner
Carefully remove the glassine liner without contaminating the exposed adhesive.
6. Assemble the Components
Position the second component accurately and bring it into contact with the exposed adhesive.
7. Allow Bond Development
The adhesive develops its final bond progressively. Although 9086 provides high initial tack, final performance depends on dwell time, substrate and environmental conditions.
8. Validate the Finished Assembly
For critical applications, test the complete assembly under actual temperature, humidity, load, aging and environmental conditions.
Storage
Store 3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086 in its original packaging in a clean and dry environment.
Recommended storage practices:
- Keep the product in its original packaging.
- Protect from direct sunlight.
- Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
- Protect adhesive surfaces from dust and contamination.
- Avoid crushing or deforming rolls.
- Store rolls in a way that prevents edge damage.
- Follow the latest applicable 3M storage and shelf-life recommendations.
Always refer to the latest 3M documentation for the specific commercial configuration being supplied.
FAQ
What is 3M 9086 tape?
3M™ High Performance Double Coated Tape 9086 is a 0.19 mm double-sided tissue tape using 3M™ Adhesive 375, designed for high initial tack and strong peel and shear performance.
What is the carrier of 3M 9086?
The carrier is tissue. 3M describes the carrier as a conformable tissue that can be torn by hand for easy handling.
What adhesive does 9086 use?
3M 9086 uses 3M™ Adhesive 375, a modified acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive designed for high initial tack and excellent peel and shear performance.
How thick is 3M 9086?
The total tape thickness without liner is 0.19 mm / 7.5 mil.
Is 3M 9086 double-sided?
Yes. 9086 is coated with adhesive on both sides of its tissue carrier.
Is 3M 9086 suitable for rough surfaces?
Yes. 3M specifically states that 9086 can bond smooth, rough and textured surfaces. The relatively thick adhesive coating on each side helps provide good wet-out on irregular surfaces.
Can 9086 bond low-surface-energy plastics?
9086 is designed to provide good adhesion to both high- and low-surface-energy substrates. However, actual adhesion should always be evaluated on the specific plastic, especially for difficult substrates such as PE and PP.
Is 9086 suitable for HDPE?
Yes. The current 3M TDS includes representative peel adhesion data for HDPE, with a reported value of 7 N/cm under the specified test conditions.
Is 9086 suitable for polycarbonate?
Yes. 3M’s current TDS includes representative adhesion data for polycarbonate, with 18 N/cm 180° peel adhesion under the specified test conditions.
Can 9086 be torn by hand?
Yes. The tissue carrier is designed to be conformable and hand-tearable, which makes the tape convenient for manual application and hand dispensers.
What is the liner of 9086?
9086 uses a paper/glassine liner. The current TDS lists a glassine paper liner with a thickness of approximately 0.07 mm.
What are the standard widths of 3M 9086?
Commercial configurations vary by market. 3M listings include widths such as 12.7 mm, 19 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm and wider jumbo-roll configurations, depending on the market and product format.
Can 3M 9086 be die-cut?
Yes. The tissue carrier and adhesive construction can be converted into custom-width rolls, strips, pads and die-cut components, subject to the required converting process and configuration.
What is the difference between 3M 9086 and 9087?
The key difference is the carrier:
- 9086: Tissue carrier
- 9087: PVC carrier
3M’s product selection guide lists both under the Adhesive 375 family, with 9086 using a non-woven tissue carrier and 9087 using a PVC carrier.
What is the difference between 9086 and ordinary tissue double-sided tape?
9086 uses 3M™ Adhesive 375 and is designed for high initial tack, high peel and shear performance and broad substrate compatibility. It is particularly useful when a conventional general-purpose tissue tape does not provide sufficient bonding performance.
Downloads
Available upon request:
- 3M 9086 Tape Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Adhesive Tape Selection Guide
- Product Brochure
- Die-Cutting Capability Guide
Please contact our sales team if you require the latest technical documentation.
