3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02, 1.188 in x 180 yd, 2.0 mil
The 3M™ Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 and 242F02 are high-performance damping materials designed for a wide range of applications where vibration and shock isolation are essential. These polymers are particularly suited for environments that demand low outgassing and ionic levels, making them ideal for use in aerospace, automotive, electronics, and other critical industries. With excellent damping properties across a typical temperature range of 0-65°C, these polymers provide robust performance in both short-term and long-term applications.
- 3M™ Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01:
- Thickness: 0.001 inches
- Film Liner: 0.002 inches PET, silicone coated on both sides
- Low outgassing and ionics
- Optimal damping temperature range: 0-65°C
- 3M™ Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02:
- Thickness: 0.002 inches
- Film Liner: 0.002 inches PET, silicone coated on both sides
- Low outgassing and ionics
- Optimal damping temperature range: 0-65°C
Key Features:
- Low Outgassing and Ionics: Both versions of the polymer exhibit low outgassing and ionic levels, making them suitable for sensitive environments such as spacecraft and electronic components.
- Versatile Damping Capabilities: The 3M polymer 242 delivers reliable damping performance in free-layer, constrained layer, and damped laminate constructions.
- Temperature Flexibility: While the typical damping temperature range is 0-65°C, the polymer can perform well outside this range in certain applications, as determined by the user.
- Robust Thermal Performance: The acrylic polymer composition offers good thermal stability for long-term use at moderate temperatures, as well as short-term high-temperature excursions.
- Application Diversity: Suitable for use in vibration and shock isolation designs across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and general industry.
Application Ideas: The 3M™ Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 is designed for use in various damping applications such as cover dampers, suspension dampers, damped laminate constructions, and isolators. It can also be utilized in spacecraft applications due to its low outgassing properties. The polymer excels in designs requiring reliable vibration and shock isolation, providing significant performance improvements in environments where stability and protection from mechanical stress are critical.
Usage and Maintenance: For optimal performance, the 3M™ Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 should be laminated and applied using appropriate pressure to the substrate. The polymer's long-term effectiveness is influenced by its application method and the environmental conditions in which it is used. Regular performance evaluations may be necessary in highly demanding or variable temperature environments to ensure consistent damping performance.
Product ID: 3M 242F02 UPC: 00-051115-23950-2, 00051115239502 Stock ID: 70-0064-1790-4, 70006417904