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Why is VHB Tape so strong?

VHB (Very High Bonding Tape) has the strength to replace screws, rivets and welds. This is because the tape distributes stress over the entire bonded area which eliminates the stress that can be caused by mechanical fasteners. Whilst a screw or rivet can join two substrates at a single point, VHB tape permanently adheres one substrate to another and spreads the stress load across the entire length of the joint. Once the substrates are joined with high-strength double sided VHB tape, a virtually indestructible 'weld' is created.

Double sided VHB tape offers unlimited design and application possibilities. Skyscrapers, mobile phones, iPads, variable electronic road signs, refrigerators, marine electronics, architectural windows, recreational vehicles and trailers all rely on VHB tape for at least one step in the assembly, mounting, fastening and sealing process.

What are the advantages of using tape over traditional mechanical fastenings?

Tape bonds dissimilar materials
It is reliable and durable
It bonds and seals simultaneously
Tape improves appearance and reduces finishing
Competent at over 200'C
Tape bonds substrates including metal, glass and plastics
Tape distributes stress over the entire bonded area, eliminating stress caused by fastening methods

Facts about VHB:

Standard rolls are 12mm, 19mm, 25mm
Has extraordinary strength, conformability and versaility
Permanent assembly
The composition of VHB resists UV and weather damange
A great solution for outdoor application

Very High Bonding tape bonds to a variety of surfaces including:

Glass
Metal
Some plastics
Composites
Sealed wood

Order your VHB tape from FineCal today

Want to start using VHB tape instead of mechanical fastenings?

In order for us to give you the best service, we need to know 3 important factors before we can select the most suitable VHB tape for your application as we supply over 25 different types of VHB tape:

What are you bonding?
What performance demands are there?
What kind of environmental conditions will the finished product be subject to

We are the select 3M Premier Distributor for the South West and Wales, we can provide solutions to your bonding, joining and give you the most competitive pricing. If you are looking to purchase or enquire about VHB then get in touch with us a [email protected] or call us on 0117 971 1111.