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Tape Installation
In certain applications, VEX-FLEXI-LINE-T can be mounted with tape rather than brackets. Vexica
recommends 3M VHB Acrylic Foam Tape 5925F (refer to manufactures datasheet for suitability).
Bond strength is dependent upon the amount of adhesive-to-surface contact developed. Firm
application pressure develops better adhesive contact and thus improves bond strength. To obtain
optimum adhesion, the bonding surfaces must be clean, dry and well unified. Typical surface
cleaning solvents are isopropyl alcohol/water mixture (rubbing alcohol) or heptane. Use proper
safety precautions for handling solvents.
It may be necessary to seal or prime some substrates before bonding.
a) Most porous or fibred materials (e.g. wood) will require sealing to provide a unified surface.
b) Some materials (e.g. copper, brass, plasticised vinyl) will require priming or coating to prevent
interaction between adhesive and substrates.
VHB Joining Systems are suited for use in many interior and exterior industrial applications. In many
situations, they can replace rivets, spot welds, liquid adhesives, and other permanent fasteners.
All VHB tapes should be thoroughly evaluated by the user under actual use conditions with intended
substrates, especially if expected use involves extreme environmental conditions.