Highlights
Acrylic adhesive adheres to a wide variety of substrates and retains a constant level of adhesion over time, yet removes easily when necessary
Can be painted over, or applied to painted surfaces
Commonly used for prevention of chafing of rivets on aircraft fuel cells and bladders
Thin and conformable tape is easy to apply and conforms over curved surfaces
Tough, thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer has a high shear strength adhesive and resists minor scratches, tears, erosion and punctures
3M Polyurethane Protective Tape 8544 is a glossy black, 9 mil, leading edge erosion protection tape comprised of a tough polyurethane backing and a high shear acrylic adhesive. It resists minor punctures, tearing and abrasion. This tape is qualified to aerospace specifications. It is commonly used for prevention of chafing of rivets on aircraft fuel cells and bladders.
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Resists Minor Wearing, Abrasion and Tearing 3M™ Polyurethane Protective Tape 8544 is a glossy black thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer tape designed to provide premium leading edge erosion protection. The polyurethane tape offers minor scratch, tear, erosion and puncture resistance. It can also prevent chafing of interior parts. 8544 can be applied efficiently in aircraft and rotorcraft production and maintenance.
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