What is Tesa 4972?
Tesa 4972 is an ultra-thin, transparent double-sided adhesive tape based on a PET (polyester) film backing and modified acrylic adhesive. It provides strong adhesion, excellent solvent resistance, aging resistance, and good temperature resistance, making it ideal for electronics, automotive, packaging, and industrial applications.
Composition and Structure
- Base Material: PET (polyester) film for high durability and dimensional stability
- Adhesive Type: Modified acrylic for strong adhesion and long-lasting performance
- Total Thickness: 48µm (0.048mm), offering an ultra-thin profile for discreet bonding
- Color: Transparent, ensuring an invisible bond on various surfaces
- Tensile Strength: ≥30N/15cm, ensuring durability and resistance to tearing
- Elongation at Break: ≥50%, allowing flexibility and adaptability to different surfaces
- Short-Term Temperature Resistance: 200°C, suitable for high-heat exposure
- Long-Term Temperature Resistance: 100°C, ensuring performance in prolonged applications
- Moisture Resistance: Excellent, making it suitable for humid environments
- Solvent Resistance: Good, ensuring stability when exposed to chemicals
- Aging Resistance: Excellent, preventing degradation over time
- Softening Resistance: Good, maintaining adhesive integrity in high temperatures
Release Paper Options
- PV40: MOPP (monoaxially oriented polypropylene) film with a red logo, thickness of 80µm
- PV42: Brown-yellow glassine paper with no logo, thickness of 71µm
- PV43: White PE-coated paper with a blue logo, thickness of 118µm
Bond Strength to Different Surfaces
Initial Peel Strength (N/cm):
- Steel Plate: 6.8
- Aluminum: 5.2
- ABS: 5.8
- PC (Polycarbonate): 6.3
- PET: 5.3
- PP (Polypropylene): 2.6
- PE (Polyethylene): 3.1
Peel Strength After 14 Days (N/cm):
- Steel Plate: 8.3
- Aluminum: 7.0
- ABS: 7.1
- PC (Polycarbonate): 7.6
- PET: 6.7
- PP (Polypropylene): 4.9
- PE (Polyethylene): 3.7
Key Properties
- Ultra-thin (only 0.048mm), making it ideal for precision applications
- High adhesion strength for bonding plastic, metal, and reflective materials
- Excellent temperature resistance (-40°C to 200°C)
- Good solvent, moisture, and aging resistance for long-term applications
- Three release paper options for different processing needs
- ROHS and halogen-free compliance for environmental safety
Applications of tesa 4972
- Fixing Plastic or Metal Logos and Marks: Used in electronics, automotive, furniture, and industrial sectors for securely attaching logos and nameplates.
- Fixing Reflective Foil on LCD Frames: Essential in LCD screen manufacturing to attach reflective foil securely.
- Splicing Thin Plastic Films: Suitable for packaging and printing industries, allowing seamless film splicing.
- Electronics Applications: Used for bonding nameplates, securing earphone/microphone components, and fixing LCD backlight film groups.
- General Industrial Bonding: Applicable for fixing digital camera reflective films and other delicate bonding needs.
Features & Benefits of Tesa 4972
- Ultra-thin, transparent design for discreet bonding
- Strong and reliable adhesion on various surfaces
- High resistance to temperature, moisture, and solvents
- Excellent die-cutting performance for precision applications
- Environmentally friendly (ROHS and halogen-free compliant)
Comparison with Other Adhesive Tapes
- Thinner than many standard double-sided tapes, making it ideal for delicate bonding applications
- Better solvent and moisture resistance than general-purpose tapes
- Stronger adhesion on smooth surfaces like glass, PET, and metal
- Designed for high-precision applications such as LCD and film splicing
Why Choose VST Malaysia?
At VST Malaysia, we specialize in providing high-quality adhesive solutions for diverse industries. tesa 4972 is a versatile, ultra-thin adhesive tape with strong bonding strength, excellent temperature resistance, and precision die-cutting capabilities. Contact us today for expert advice and premium adhesive solutions!