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3M™ Polyurethane Protective Tape 8672 - 4 Inch - Clear

$6.75/Foot
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Part# 09-01635-1
MFR Model# 70000038805

Overview

Note: The tape in the image is shown are clear. No white backing. Different angle of tape on the right makes it appear to have the white backing. This only comes in clear.

3M™ Polyurethane Protective Tape 8672 is an 8 mil, leading edge erosion protection tape comprised of a tough polyurethane backing and an acrylic adhesive. It resists punctures, tearing and abrasion, and resists ultraviolet light. This tape is qualified to aerospace specifications.
   
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Features

  • Formulated for resistance to ultraviolet light
  • Tough, thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer has a high peel strength and is abrasion, scratch, erosion, tear and puncture resistant
  • Thin and conformable tape is easy to apply and conforms over curved surfaces
  • Can be painted over, or applied to painted surfaces
  • Acrylic adhesive adheres to a wide variety of substrates and retains a constant level of adhesion over time, yet removes easily when necessary
  • Available in transparent only

Specifications

Property
Units
Typical Value
Color
-
Transparent Clear
Thickness
in (mm)
0.006 inch (0.15 mm) Film
0.002 inch (0.06 mm) Adhesive
Total thickness 0.008 inch (0.21 mm)
Liner Type
-
Paper
Weight w/o Liner
lb/yd2 (g/m2)
0.47 (236.3)
Tensile Strength
lbs/in (N/100mm)
40 (700)
Elongation @ Break
%
500
Adhesive Type
-
Acrylic
Peel Adhesion at 70°F (21°C) to:
Bare Aluminum
Acyclic Enamel Paint
ABS Plastic
oz/in (N/100mm)

60 (66)
43 (48)
50 (55)
Max. Service Temp
°F (°C)
275 (135)
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Reviews

Unlike other leading edge tapes this one is crystal clear.

Michael B Verified Purchase

3M 8672 4" CLEAR LEADING EDGE TAPE (PER FT)

September 16, 2022

The tape was easy to install!

Fred B Verified Purchase

3M 8672 4" CLEAR LEADING EDGE TAPE (PER FT)

July 30, 2022

Surprised that this tape is so thin. I doubt that it will last very well. Apparently I mistakenly ordered the wrong tape but don’t recall seeing thickness specs. Not what I ordered last time.

Jeffrey N Verified Purchase

3M 8672 4" CLEAR LEADING EDGE TAPE (PER FT)

July 29, 2022

Q&A

Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.

Q: Will 3M POLYURETHANE PROTECTIVE TAPE 8672 work well applying it to a blade root?

This part does not have specific applications. You and/or your mechanic would need to review the application instructions to determine if it could be used.

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