3M™ VHB™ Tapes

3M VHBTM tape contributed to the sleek design of the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

A Tape Story

We set out to rethink design without using any mechanical fasteners.

Dream. Design. Deliver

Our imaginations are capable of incredible inventions and breathtaking designs. But an idea is only as good as its execution. Eliminate the barriers standing between you and a picture-perfect final product by choosing the amazingly strong fastener that's designed to go unseen.

What Is 3M™ VHB™ Tape?

With 3M™ VHB™ Tapes, you can maintain consistency from sketch to construction, eliminating distracting, visible fasteners, like screws and bolts. These high-strength, double-sided acrylic foam tapes let you quickly and easily create a long-lasting bond that actually builds strength over time. With the ability to join a variety of materials including aluminum, steel, glass, plastics and painted and powder-coated surfaces, they provide resilient bonding solutions in just about anything you can dream up.

What Is 3M™ VHB™ Tape?

3M VHB Tape Is Changing the Way We Design

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Capture Extreme Footage

Assemble the components of your extreme-action camera for impact resistance and durability. Rain, sun, wind, heat or cold, 3M™VHB™ Tape is weather-proven to stand the test of time.

Benefits:
Weather resistance
Durability
Seal out water & dirt
Design Beautifully

Create a seamless facade with fast application of virtually invisible fastening for a permanent bond that expands your range of material options.

Benefits:
Aesthetics
Design flexibility
Strength
Rivet-free for a Smoother Ride

Eliminate rivets and screws that can loosen, rattle and leak. Keep sides smooth for decals while damping vibration for a quieter ride.

Benefits:
Strength and Durability
Light weighting
Aesthetics
Make Smart Devices Sleeker

Use die-cuts for a precise fit within devices and when bonding back covers, lenses, screens and more for a thin, sleek smart device.

Benefits:
Join multiple materials
Die-cut for precision
Shock resistance
Bond Multiple Materials

For easy assembly of home appliances, use 3M™ VHB™ Tape to securely join materials like glass and metal without traditional fasteners.

Benefits:
Damp vibration
Join multiple materials
Assemble quickly
Streamline Manufacturing

3M™ VHB™ Tape can take the heat. With short-term temperature resistance up to 450ºF, materials can be bonded prior to powder coat or liquid painting processes.

Benefits:
Eliminate spot welds
Temperature resistance
Increase throughput

Transportation

Designed for a smooth side and a durable ride, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes withstand the extreme heat and cold, vibration, moisture and UV light specialty vehicles encounter on the open road. Unlike rivets and screws, they provide a barrier sealed against any kind of weather.

Metal Fabrication

Boost productivity on the assembly floor with the efficiency of tape. Compared to riveting and welding, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes are easy to adopt and require no finishing. A long-lasting bond is as quick and simple as applying the tape.

Construction

When it comes to bonding exterior panels on high-profile buildings like the Chicago O'Hare Airport and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, architects trust 3M™ VHB™ Tapes to permanently adhere one substrate to another while distributing the stress load across the entire length of the bond.

Electronics

3M™ VHB™ Tapes provide top-notch design flexibility while meeting the high standards of the electronics industry. They've been used to bond everything from high-definition television screens to moisture-sealed nautical navigational systems.

Signage

When you eliminate the need for screws and rivets, your design can truly shine. 3M™ VHB™ Tapes enable a smooth surface with a virtually invisible bond, for a sleek, eye-catching sign that will stand up to the elements.

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Strength Has Never Looked This Good

Not only can 3M™ VHB™ Tapes take the place of traditional fasteners in highly demanding applications, they give projects a cleaner aesthetic. See how they bring durability and a modern look to custom motor homes.
Superior Assembly in a Fraction of the Time

Applying tape is intuitive, requiring less training than welding or riveting. Plus, 3M™ VHB™ Tapes bond on contact, eliminating the drying, finishing and cleanup time associated with liquid adhesives.