Aluminum Foil Tape Ideal for HVAC Applications
Designed for performance even in very cold temperatures, 3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is a 2.0 mil aluminum foil tape that excels in demanding applications. Its foil backing and cold-weather pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive perform in temperatures from -40 to 250°F/-40 to 121°C. The aluminum foil backing conforms well around corners and to irregular surfaces. This tape provides an excellent vapor seal in various duct sealing applications. It is hand tearable and installs easily, eliminating the need for additional tools or application methods.
3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is UL723 Classified (10/10 Flame Smoke Rating).
Recommended Applications
- Vapor seals for fibrous and sheet metal ducts
- Heavier general purpose construction applications
Excellent Cold Weather Performance
3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is coated with a special cold weather, pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive system that performs exceptionally well in cold weather conditions, yet still excels at normal and elevated temperatures. It adheres immediately on contact to a variety of materials, including fibrous and sheet metal ducts. Once bonded, this tape features good aging properties that resist lifting and curling over time.
3M™ Metal Foil Tapes
Aluminum is just one of the metal-backed tapes available from 3M. Our foil tapes resist failure from common sources of degradation including moisture, ultraviolet rays and many chemicals, and are commonly used for reflecting, wrapping, masking, sealing, and more in applications from air ducts to washing machines. As with all 3M products, our 3M™ Venture Tape™ Aluminum Foil Tape 3520CW is supported by exclusive 3M technical expertise and application advice. 3M Aluminum foil tapes are suitable for demanding applications in construction, aerospace, automotive, appliance, maintenance, repair and operations and many more segments. They are also thermally conductive for heating/cooling efficiency.
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In our 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division, we apply the science of adhesion to deliver innovative solutions that improve the design and manufacturing processes of companies around the world. In the end, our technologies help customers like you deliver competitive products to the market faster and more efficiently.

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