The 3M™ Water Contact Indicator Tape 5559i is an advanced, ultra-thin tape specifically crafted to provide a clear indication of water exposure, enhancing its utility in various industrial and consumer applications. This tape is particularly designed for use with transparent substrates, allowing visual confirmation of water contact from the opposite side, thanks to its inverted design.
- Highly Absorbent Paper Backing: Facilitates the rapid transport of water across the tape, ensuring a swift transition from white to red upon water contact. This feature provides immediate visual feedback critical for detecting moisture ingress.
- Strong Acrylic Adhesive: Employs a robust acrylic adhesive that adheres firmly to a wide array of surfaces, including challenging low surface energy plastics like polypropylene and powder coatings, ensuring reliable performance in diverse environments.
- Rotary Die Cuttable: The total construction of the tape supports precise die-cutting processes, allowing for custom shapes and sizes to suit specific design requirements without a film top layer to interfere with functionality.
- Thin Construction: Its 5.0 mil (127 micron) thickness makes it ideal for integration into slim electronic devices, contributing to minimalist design without compromising on performance.
- Inverted Design for Transparent Substrates: The "i" in its name stands for inverted, which means it is optimized for use on transparent materials, enabling the indication of water contact to be viewed from the side opposite the tape application.
Recommended Applications: The 3M™ Water Contact Indicator Tape 5559i is particularly useful in electronics manufacturing, especially in devices where internal space is limited, and in areas requiring meticulous quality control and warranty management. It is also beneficial in applications where visibility through transparent surfaces is necessary, such as in waterproof enclosures or cases.
Usage and Maintenance: For optimal application of the 3M™ Water Contact Indicator Tape 5559i, surfaces should be clean, dry, and free of contaminants before tape application. This ensures maximum adhesive performance and reliable indication of water contact. Regular monitoring and timely replacement of the tape are recommended to maintain its efficacy, especially in environments prone to moisture exposure. Store the tape in a cool, dry place to preserve its integrity and functionality.
Product ID: 3M 5559i UPC: 00-051115-24029-4, 00051115240294 Stock ID: 70-0064-1843-1, 70006418431
Harmonizing Code : 4811411000
ECCN : EAR99