# Tapes whitepaper

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Sometimes simple fixtures are the best!
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SimplePacks and SimpleIndustry can be easily fixed to any surface with **double-sided tape or simple duct tape**. You can order all the double-sided tapes mentioned in this article on our [eshop here!](https://simplehw.eu/shop/category/accessories-16)

### Duct tape <a href="#duct-tape" id="duct-tape"></a>

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Duct tape is a very reliable fixing for surfaces that are hidden or where you can wrap the object around and where the temperature does not exceed **60°C**. It is very cheap - a 50m x 48 mm **3M black tape** costs 3 Euro and you need 2x10 cm for complete SimplePack pipe wrapping. So for 3 Euros, you can mount 250 SimplePacks.

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Please note that duct tape shouldn't be used on mounts you want to last over **3 years!**
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### Removable industrial double-sided tape <a href="#removable-industrial-double-sided-tape" id="removable-industrial-double-sided-tape"></a>

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We ship this tape individually cut to **4.8 cm in length**.
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When you need long-lasting fixtures in demanding environments but want to have the option of removing the object, removable double-sided tape is the best. You can also use nano stickers.

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We do NOT recommend the consumer double-tape!
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We have the best experience with [**Ceys Montack**](https://www.mundoceys.com/producto/73/cintas-de-montaje). At a cost of €5, you get 2.5m. The width is 17 mm and the thickness is 0.73 mm. You need roughly 5cm per SimplePack, so for €5, you can fix 50 SimplePacks. The tape is heat and water-resistant, sticks really well to any surface, and can be cleanly removed in a clean way.

### Non-removable double-sided tape - grey <a href="#non-removable-double-sided-tape-grey" id="non-removable-double-sided-tape-grey"></a>

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We ship this tape individually cut to **7.5 cm in length - cover the whole back of the device**.
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The **3M UVB** series is recommended. GP series is also a viable option, it is cheap, temperature-resistant, and strong. At 25 mm width and 0,6 mm thickness, we recommend the [**3M VHB™ GPH-060GF.**](https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/company-uk/3m-products/~/3M-VHB-Tape-GPH-060GF/?N=5002385+8709317+8709325+8710676+8710815+8711017+8711740+8713604+8740727+8750083+3291728785\&preselect=3293786499\&rt=rud)

Double-sided tape can **completely replace** mechanical fasteners (rivets, welding, screws) or liquid adhesives, eliminating drilling, grinding, refinishing, screwing, welding, and clean-up!

It costs 1€ per meter, so you can fix 20 SimplePacks for 1€. It is completely **resistant to heat, moisture, and water**. Please bear in mind that **removing the tape can be very difficult** and may require cutting it off with a string.

[CLICK HERE to see the **technical datasheet** of this tape](https://3m.citrination.com/pif/001340?locale=en-US)

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All the tapes should be applied in an above-freezing point non-condensing environment. If you want it to apply(install) inside a working freezer please consult your local 3M distributor. For under -55°C performance see [the application note.](http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1042521O/vhb-tape-cold-temperature-performance-tds.pdf)
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### Non-removable double-sided tape - transparent <a href="#non-removable-double-sided-tape-transparent" id="non-removable-double-sided-tape-transparent"></a>

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We ship this tape individually cut to **7.5 cm in length - cover the whole back of the device**.
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An alternative to the grey 3M VHB™ GPH-060GF above is the transparent [**3M VHB™ 4910.**](https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/company-uk/3m-products/~/3M-VHB-tape-4910/?N=5002385+3293242444\&rt=rud) This one comes in 25 mm in width and 1 mm in thickness.

[CLICK HERE to see the **technical datasheet** of this tape](https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/mediawebserver?mwsId=SSSSSu9n_zu8l00xMx_eP8mxOv70k17zHvu9lxtD7xt1evSSSSSS-)

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**All the tapes** should be applied in an above-the-freezing-point, non-condensing environment. If you want it to apply (install) inside a working freezer, please consult your **local 3M distributor**. See [the application note](http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1042521O/vhb-tape-cold-temperature-performance-tds.pdf) for installations below -55°C.
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### Application Techniques <a href="#application-techniques" id="application-techniques"></a>

[Visit the official **3M How to Apply guide** HERE](https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1506096O/3m-iatd-vhb-apply-guide-english.pdf)

Clean: Most substrates are best prepared by cleaning with a **50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water** prior to applying the tapes. For this purpose, we recommend the [**3M VHB Surface Cleaner Satchet**](https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/company-uk/3m-products/~/3M-VHB-Surface-Cleaner/?N=5002385+3293076830\&rt=rud) created specifically for this purpose.

Exceptions to the general procedure that may require additional surface preparation include:

* **Heavy Oils:** A degreaser or solvent-based cleaner may be required to remove heavy oil or grease from a surface and should be followed by cleaning with IPA/water.
* **Abrasion:** Abrading a surface, followed by cleaning with IPA/water, can remove heavy dirt or oxidation and can increase surface area to improve adhesion.
* **Adhesion Promoters:** Priming a surface can significantly improve initial and ultimate adhesion to many materials such as plastics and paints.
* **Porous surfaces:** Most porous and fibered materials such as wood, particleboard, concrete, etc. need to be sealed to provide a unified surface.
* **Unique Materials:** Special surface preparation may be needed for glass and glass-like materials, copper, and copper-containing metals, and plastics or rubber that contain components that migrate (e.g. plasticizers)

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Press firmly!
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**APPROXIMATE TIME TO ACHIEVE ULTIMATE BOND STRENGTH:**

* 50% after 20 minutes
* 90% after 24 hours
* 100% after 72 hours

Bond strength may be achieved more quickly and in some cases, may be increased by exposing the bond to elevated temperatures around 60°C for **one hour.**