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May, 2017

3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 468MP

Product Description
3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 200MP is a popular choice for graphic attachment and general
industrial joining applications. It provides outstanding adhesion to metal and high surface energy plastics. This
adhesive provides some initial repositionability for placement accuracy when bonding to plastics. It also
performs well after exposure to humidity and hot/cold cycles.

Product Features
• Up to 400°F short-term heat resistance
• Excellent solvent resistance
• Excellent shear strength to resist slippage and edge lifting
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Technical Information Note

The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for speci cation purposes.

Typical Physical Properties

Property Values Notes

Adhesive Thickness 0.13 mm 5.2 mil The thickness listed is based on a calculation
from manufacturing controlled adhesive coat
weights using a density of 1.012 g/cc. While
past data pages have listed nominal
thicknesses, the coat weight (and theoretical
caliper) has not changed.

Liner Material 58# Polycoated Kraft Paper (PCK)

Liner Thickness 0.11 mm 4.2 mil

Liner Color Tan

Typical Performance Characteristics

90° Peel Adhesion Dwell/Cure Time Substrate

6 N/cm 55 oz/in 15 min ± 5 min Stainless Steel

11.8 N/cm 108 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature Stainless Steel

20 N/cm 183 oz/in 72 hr @ 158°F(70°C) Stainless Steel

9.2 N/cm 84 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature Aluminum

3 N/cm 27 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature ABS

8.9 N/cm 81 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature Acrylic (PMMA)

12.3 N/cm 112 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature Glass

5 N/cm 46 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

9.6 N/cm 88 oz/in 72 hr @ Room Temperature Polycarbonate (PC)

Property: 90° Peel Adhesion

Method: ASTM D3330
Backing: Aluminum Foil

Static Shear Test Condition

10000+ min 1000 g load @ Room Temperature

10000+ min 1000 g load @ 70°C (158°F)

10000+ min 1000 g load @ 93°C (200°F)

10000+ min 500 g load @ 177°C (350°F)

Table continued on next page

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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)

Static Shear Test Condition

2284 min 400 g load @ 232°C (450°F)

10000+ min 200 g load @ 232°C (450°F)

Property: Static Shear

notes: 1in x 1in size; test terminated after 10,000 minutes

Adhesion Retention after Immersion and Exposure Environmental Condition

10 N/cm 94 oz/in Control adhesion value

8.8 N/cm 80 oz/in Gasoline – 1 hour Room Tempterature immersion

9 N/cm 82 oz/in MEK – 1 hour Room Tempterature immersion

10 N/cm 95 oz/in Weak Acid – 4 hour Room Tempterature immersion

9.4 N/cm 86 oz/in Weak Base – 4 hour Room Tempterature immersion

17.7 N/cm 162 oz/in Oil (10W30) – 72 hour, 120⁰F (49⁰C) immersion

10 N/cm 95 oz/in Water – 100 hours, Room Tempterature

13.4 N/cm 122 oz/in Salt Water (5%) – 72 hours, Room Tempterature

16.4 N/cm 150 oz/in Warm/Humid – 7 days, 90⁰F (32⁰C) and 90%
relative humidity

17.3 N/cm 158 oz/in UV Conditions - ASTM G-154 Cycle 1, for 2000
hours

15.2 N/cm 139 oz/in Temperature Cycling:

4 Hours at 158°F (70°C)
4 Hours at -20°F (-29°C)
16 Hours at Room Tempterature
Repeat three times

Property: Adhesion Retention after Immersion and Exposure

Dwell/Cure Time: 24 hr @ Room Temperature
Substrate: Stainless Steel
Backing: Aluminum Foil
notes: 90⁰ peel, 12 ipm; 2 mil foil backing. Adhesion values above 80 oz/1” is considered to be a permanent bond.

Dwell/Cure
Property Values Method Substrate Notes Time Backing

Tensile 174 lb ASTM #6061 0.5 in²

Lap Shear D1002 Aluminum
– Peak
Load

180° Peel 15.1 N/cm 139 oz/in ASTM Stainless 72 hr @ Aluminum

Adhesion D3330 Steel Room Foil
Temperature
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Electrical and Thermal Properties

Property Values Method Test Condition Notes

Breakdown 3000 V
Voltage

Insulation >1.3 × 10^15 Ω Mil-I-46058C test voltage = 100

Resistance VDC

Dielectric 3.32 ASTM D150 1 KHz, Room

Constant Temperature

Dissipation 0.011
Factor

Dielectric 674 V/mil ASTM D149 500 vac, rms[60

Strength hz/sec]

Thermal 0.19 W/m/K 1.24 (btu-in)/(h-ft²- ASTM C518 @ 109°F(43°C) results listed are at 109⁰F
Conductivity °F)

Coe cient of 527 ppm/°C

Thermal
Expansion

Environmental Performance
Humidity Resistance – High humidity has a minimal e ect on adhesive performance. Bond strength shows no signi cant reduction after exposure for 7 days at 90°F
(32°C) and 90% relative humidity.
UV Resistance – When properly applied, nameplates and decorative trim parts are not adversely a ected by outdoor exposure.
Water Resistance – Immersion in water has no appreciable e ect on the bond strength. After 100 hours at room temperature, the high bond strength is maintained.
Temperature Cycling Resistance – High bond strength is maintained after cycling four times through:
4 hours at 158°F (70°C)
4 hours at -20°F (-29°C)
4 hours at 73°F (22°C)
Chemical Resistance – When properly applied, nameplate and decorative trim parts will hold securely after exposure to numerous chemicals including oil, mild acids
and alkalis.
Bond Build-up: The bond strength of 3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 200MP increases as a function of time and temperature
Temperature/Heat Resistance: 3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 200MP is usable for short periods (minutes, hours) at temperatures up to400°F (204°C) and
for intermittent longer periods (days, weeks) up to 300°F (149°C).
Lower Temperature Service Limit: The glass transition temperature for 3M™ High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 200MP is -31°F (-35°C). Many applications survive
below this temperature (factors a ecting successful applications include: materials being bonded, dwell at RT before cold exposure, and stress below the TG [i.e.
expansion/contraction stresses, impact]). Optimum conditions are: bonding high surface energy materials, longer time at RT before cold exposure, and little or no
stress below the TG. The lowest service temperature is -40°F (-40°C).
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Handling/Application Information
Application Ideas
• Long term bonding of graphic nameplates and overlays (“subsurface” printed polycarbonate or polyester) to metal and high surface energy plastics in the aerospace,
medical and industrial equipment, automotive, appliance and electronics markets.
• Bonding metal nameplates and rating plates in the aerospace, medical and industrial equipment, automotive, appliance and electronics markets.
• Bonding graphic overlays for membrane switches and for bonding the complete switch to the equipment surface.
• High speed processing of parts in the medical, telecommunications and electronics markets (medical components, durable labels, and exible circuits).
• Lamination to industrial foams for rotary die-cutting of small gaskets for industrial and electronics markets.

Application Techniques
For maximum bond strength (during installation of the nal part) the surface should be thoroughly cleaned and dried. Typical cleaning solvents are heptane (for oily
surfaces) or isopropyl alcohol for plastics. Use reagent grade solvents since common household materials like rubbing alcohol frequently contain oils to minimize the
drying a ect on skin and can interfere with the performance of a pressure-sensitive adhesive.
*Note: Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use when working with solvents. These cleaning recommendations may not be in
compliance with the rules of certain air quality management districts in California; consult applicable rules before use.
It is necessary to provide pressure during lamination (1.5-20 pli recommended) and during nal part installation (10-15 psi) to allow the adhesive to come into direct
contact with the substrate. Using a hard edged plastic tool, which is the full width of the laminated part, helps to provide the necessary pressure at the point of
lamination. Heat can increase bond strength when bonding to metal parts (generally this same increase is observed at room temperature over longer times, weeks). For
plastic parts, the bond strength is not enhanced with the addition of heat.
The ideal adhesive application temperature range is 60°F (15.6°C) to 100°F (38°C). Application is not recommended if the surface temperature is below 50°F (10°C)
because the adhesive becomes too rm to adhere readily. Once properly applied, at the recommended application temperature, low temperature holding is generally
satisfactory (please refer to section VII of the Typical Physical Properties and Performance Characteristics).
When bonding a thin, smooth, exible material to a smooth surface, it is generally acceptable to use 2 mils of 3M™ Adhesive 200MP. If a texture is visible on one or
both surfaces, the 5 mil 3M adhesive 200MP would be suggested. If both materials are rigid, it may be necessary to use a thicker adhesive to successfully bond the
components. 3M™ VHB™ Acrylic Foam Tapes may be required (please refer to the data page 70-0709-3830-6).
To apply adhesives in a wide web format, lamination equipment is required to ensure acceptable quality. To learn more about working with pressure-sensitive
adhesives please refer to technical bulletin, Lamination Techniques for Converters of Laminating Adhesives (70-0704-1430-8). For additional dispenser information,
contact your local 3M sales representative, or the toll free 3M sales assistance number at 1-800-362-3550.

Storage and Shelf Life

It is suggested that products are stored at room temperature conditions of 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity.
If stored properly, product retains its performance and properties for 18 months from date of manufacture.

Industry Speci cations

Tested to Nissan M8506
Tested to WSS-M99P48-A3
Tested to GMW 14892
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Family Group

467MP 468MP 467MPF 468MPF

Liner Color Tan Tan Clear Clear

Adhesive Thickness (mm) 0.06 0.13 0.06 0.13

Liner Material 58# Polycoated Kraft Paper 58# Polycoated Kraft Paper Polyester Film (PET) Polyester Film (PET)
(PCK) (PCK)

Liner Thickness (mm) 0.11 0.11 0.05 0.05

References
1. Safety Data Sheet
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This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001 standards.

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