What is Tesa 62516?
Tesa 62516 is a thick, double-sided PE foam tape engineered for applications where gap filling, flexibility, and strong adhesion are required. Its highly elastic foam backing combined with a powerful modified acrylic adhesive makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, offering resistance to moisture, UV aging, and temperature variations. Tesa 62516 delivers excellent long-term stability for bonding decorative parts, bumpers, and structural components.
Composition and Structure
- Base material: PE (polyethylene) foam for high flexibility and cushioning
- Adhesive type: Modified acrylic adhesive on both sides for strong and durable bonding
- Color: Black/White (optional, depending on application)
- Total thickness: 1600 μm for substantial gap filling and structural bonding
- Elongation at break: 180% for good ductility under stress
- Tensile strength: 12 N/cm for strong load-bearing performance
- Release liner: Standard protective liner (not specified)
Key Properties
- Excellent gap filling: Thick PE foam adapts well to uneven surfaces and fills gaps effectively
- High bonding strength: Maintains strong adhesion on various materials including metal, plastic, and composites
- Good initial adhesion: Provides immediate stickiness on contact, ensuring fast and secure application
- Temperature resistance:
- Short-term: 80°C
- Long-term: 80°C
- Aging and UV resistance: Very good; suitable for outdoor use and UV-exposed environments
- Moisture resistance: Excellent; performs reliably in humid conditions
- Peel strength: Foam breaks on steel, aluminum, ABS, PS, PET, PVC after 14 days, indicating adhesive strength exceeding foam integrity
Applications of Tesa 62516
- Decorative strips and parts bonding: Provides durable and stable adhesion for automotive and furniture decorative trims and parts
- Commercial refrigerator bumper bonding: Suitable for bonding bumper plates that require impact resistance and temperature durability
- General structural bonding: Ideal for applications where thick foam backing is needed to compensate for surface irregularities or gaps
- Outdoor assemblies: Due to its excellent UV and weather resistance, it can be used in environments exposed to sunlight and moisture
Features & Benefits of Tesa 62516
- Thick foam backing (1600 μm): Excellent gap-filling and cushioning properties for uneven or rough surfaces
- Soft and flexible: Easily adapts to structural and curved surfaces
- High initial and long-term bonding strength: Ensures reliable performance over time
- Excellent weather and UV resistance: Suitable for outdoor applications
- Moisture resistance: Performs well even in humid environments
- Durable under stress: High tensile strength and elongation properties for reliable mechanical bonding
- Foam failure upon peel: Indicates superior adhesive strength beyond foam integrity, ensuring components stay bonded
Comparison with Other Adhesive Tapes
- Compared to thin foam tapes: Thicker and more suitable for applications requiring higher gap filling and cushioning
- Compared to rigid adhesives: Better flexibility and adaptability to structural surfaces and uneven substrates
- Compared to general-purpose tapes: Higher bonding strength and durability under environmental stresses like UV, moisture, and temperature
Why Choose VST Malaysia?
VST Malaysia is your trusted source for premium adhesive solutions like Tesa 62516, offering high-quality products backed by expert advice and technical support. Whether you need specialized tapes for decorative bonding, structural mounting, or outdoor use, VST Malaysia ensures reliable supply, professional service, and tailored solutions that meet your exact application needs. Choose VST Malaysia for high-performance tapes that deliver long-lasting results in demanding environments.