What is Tesa 4657?
Tesa 4657 is a premium cloth tape designed for demanding applications where high temperature resistance, durability, and reliable adhesion are essential. Constructed with a 145-mesh cotton fabric coated with acrylic and featuring a thermosetting natural rubber adhesive, it excels in automotive, industrial masking, and sealing applications. It offers excellent anti-aging properties and leaves no adhesive residue even under high heat.
Composition and Structure
- Base material: 145 mesh cotton woven fabric
- Backing material: Acrylic coated cloth
- Adhesive system: Thermosetting natural rubber
- Core material: Paper tube
- Available colors: Black, gray
- Product variants:
- Tesa 4657 PV9 (with release paper, low unwinding force)
- Tesa 4657 PV1 (standard version)
Key Properties
- Total thickness: 290µm (0.29mm)
- Strong adhesion to steel: 4.6N/cm
- Elongation at break: 7.5%
- Short-term temperature resistance: 180°C
- Long-term temperature resistance: 100°C
- Excellent aging resistance for long-term applications
- No adhesive residue even at high temperatures
- Solvent resistant, suitable for paint and powder coating environments
Applications of Tesa 4657
- Powder spray masking: Ideal for masking areas during electrostatic powder coating
- Window edge masking: Prevents contamination from paint and dust during manufacturing
- Partial masking: Used in impregnation processes for precise masking needs
- Hole plugging: Permanent plugging of positioning or drainage holes in vehicles
- Wire harness fixing: Secures flat wire harnesses inside automotive components
- Heat-resistant shielding: Protects components from heat exposure during painting or welding
- Labeling and marking: Can be used for identification and color coding
- Bundling and reinforcement: Suitable for pipe sealing, cable bundling, and blade protection
- Carpet laying: Used in exhibitions or installations for temporary carpet applications
Features & Benefits of Tesa 4657
- Outstanding heat resistance for industrial environments
- Leaves no adhesive residue upon removal
- Strong mechanical strength with stable adhesion
- Conforms to irregular surfaces due to its flexibility
- Highly suitable for die-cutting and easy handling
- Long-lasting performance with superior aging resistance
Comparison with Other Adhesive Tapes
- More heat-resistant than standard cloth or duct tapes
- Higher durability and longevity in automotive applications
- Superior masking performance compared to general-purpose tapes
- Performs better in solvent-exposed environments
Why Choose VST Malaysia?
VST Malaysia brings you top-performing adhesive solutions like Tesa 4657, trusted across the automotive and industrial sectors. With its high temperature tolerance, anti-aging formulation, and exceptional adhesion, Tesa 4657 is the tape of choice for critical masking and permanent sealing applications.