3M 8979 Performance Plus 48mm x 22.8m (approximately 2" x 25 yard) All Weather Duct Tape
Removes cleanly for up to six months from most opaque surfaces even after exposure to sunlight and temperature extremes.

   * Stays on for up to one year without deterioration even outdoors.
   * Saves time of removing sticky residue.
   * Strong waterproof backing resists wear, abrasion, moisture, and weathering.
   * Aggressive adhesive for quick and reliable attachment.

• Adhesion to Steel: 52 oz./in. width (57 N/100 mm)
  Tensile Strength: 36 lbs./in. width (643 N/100 mm)
  Elongation at Break: 21% D-3759
• Thickness: 12.6 mils (0.33 mm)
  Clean Removal - outdoors: 6 months G7 (AZ, stainless steel)
• Clean Removal - indoors: 6 months tested on various opaque
• surfaces over temp range
• of 40° to 120°F (4° to 49°C)
• Flame Spread Index: 5 E-84
• Smoke Developed Index: 0 E-84
• Temperature Use Range: Up to 200°F (93°C)

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