What is 3m4959?
3m4959 is a high-performance double-sided adhesive tape from 3M’s VHB (Very High Bond) acrylic foam series. With a substantial thickness of 3.0mm and a white foam core, this tape is engineered for heavy-duty applications requiring durable bonding, cushioning, and weather resistance. It adheres strongly to a wide range of materials including metal, plastic, wood, and glass, offering a cleaner alternative to screws, rivets, and other mechanical fasteners.
Composition and Structure
- Adhesive system: VHB acrylic foam adhesive
- Backing: Acrylic foam core
- Structure: Double-sided pressure-sensitive tape
- Thickness: 3.0mm
- Color: White
- Liner: PE film release liner
- Core: Paper tube
- Common width: 610mm
- Standard roll length: 33m
- Custom sizes available upon request
Key Properties
- Strong, permanent adhesion to metal, glass, wood, and plastics
- Excellent temperature resistance:
- Short-term: up to 204°C
- Long-term: up to 149°C
- High conformability for bonding curved or uneven surfaces
- Resistant to UV rays, moisture, and chemical solvents
- Thick foam backing provides cushioning and sound-dampening
- Reduces vibration and impact stress on bonded materials
- Stable performance in extreme indoor or outdoor environments
Applications of 3m4959
- Automotive manufacturing: Ideal for attaching body reinforcements, rearview mirrors, and interior trim, offering sound insulation and long-lasting bonding even under thermal and mechanical stress
- Electronic communications: Secures reinforcement ribs, circuit boards, and components in communication equipment, improving aesthetics and enabling easy disassembly
- Architectural decoration: Bonds building signage, trims, sealing strips for windows and doors, withstanding outdoor exposure and weather cycles
- Office furniture: Used in the assembly of desks, chairs, cabinets, and partitions without damaging surfaces, ensuring clean and durable joins
Features & Benefits of 3m4959
- Superior bonding strength reduces need for mechanical fasteners
- Excellent resistance to harsh environments and temperature fluctuations
- 3.0mm thickness provides cushioning and fills gaps for uneven surfaces
- Conforms well to curved shapes, ensuring tight and secure adhesion
- UV and solvent resistance makes it suitable for outdoor applications
- Easy to apply, clean, and handle during high-speed assembly processes
Comparison with Other Adhesive Tapes
- Thicker than 3m4950 and 3m4930, ideal for gap filling and cushioning
- Offers better sound and vibration damping than thinner VHB tapes
- Maintains stronger performance in high-temperature environments
- More conformable and weather-resistant than traditional rubber or PE foams
Why Choose VST Malaysia?
VST Malaysia offers genuine 3m4959 VHB foam tapes tailored to your industrial or commercial needs. Whether your projects require robust bonding in automotive assembly, electronics, or architectural finishing, we provide quality products with excellent service and fast delivery. Choose VST Malaysia for expert support, competitive pricing, and reliable inventory.