3M™ Performance Adhesive Labels

3M™ Durable Labels consist of an adhesive coated on a backing that is then sandwiched in between a facestock. Depending on the particular facestock, a topcoat may also be applied to aid print receptivity. 3M has over 150,000 combinations of adhesives, topcoats, facestocks and liners available to help meet unique needs and expectations.

Navigating through the available label options of 3M label stocks can, on the surface, seem difficult. Let Tekra's years of adhesive industry knowledge make this process easy for you. Having an understanding of a label's primary function will allow us to help you select the proper label for your particular application. Knowing the surface type the label will be in contact with and if it will subjected to any unusual conditions is two of the most critical pieces of information we'll ask for. The label's ultimate adhesive requirements will come next. 3M offers a variety of both solvent and emulsion adhesive families that will allow your label to either be:

  • Permanent
  • Repositionable
  • Removable
  • Semi-permanent

Features of 3M Labels

Not only is the adhesive choice a primary variable when selecting a product, the facestock plays an integral role as well. Some of 3M's facestocks and their distinguishing features include:

  • Polyester Labels- Clear, rigid film with high tensile strength, tear resistant.
  • Polyethylene Labels- High tear resistance and elongation with low tensile strength.
  • Vinyl Labels- Flexible, semi-rigid or rigid. Low tear resistance, good outdoor weatherability.
  • Polystyrene Labels- Economical, hard, rigid film. Not recommended for outdoor use.
  • Polypropylene Labels- Semi-hard film with high tear resistance.
  • Polyimide Labels- Ultra-high temperature performance.
  • Acrylate Labels- Ultra-high temperature performance and chemical resistance.
  • Polycarbonate Labels- Good chemical resistance and excellent moisture resistance.
  • Aluminum Foil Labels- Top coated for ink receptivity and great for embossing.

Finally, having an understanding of a label's ultimate shape and surface conditions and knowing what type of equipment a label will be printed on will help us direct you to the correct label for your application.

3MDurable Labels from Tekra

Check out the 3M™ Converter Markets Selection Guide for more product details and contact us when you’re ready to discuss your durable label needs.

 

3M™ Performance Label Materials Products

3M™ Removable Clear Polypropylene Durable Label Material FP0862

Features

  • Liner is designed for high-speed die cutting and matrix stripping

Features

  • Heavy adhesive coat weight for textured surfaces
  • Excellent adhesion to LSE plastics and powder coats
  • Precision roll program

Features

  • Heavy adhesive coat weight for textured surfaces
  • Excellent adhesive to LSE plastics and powder coats

Features

  • High abrasion and solvent resistance
  • Excellent bond to LSE plastics
  • Good for die cutting

Features

  • Same as 7320 label stock with film liner for automatic application equipment
  • Smooth 3M topcoat

Features

  • Extreme durability topcoat
  • Eliminates need for protective overlaminates

Features

  • Extreme durability topcoat
  • Eliminates need for protective overlaminates in many applications

Features

  • Ultra smooth topcoat for precision thermal transfer printing
  • Firm 310 acrylic adhesive
  • Same as 7815 but with film liner

Features

  • Heavy adhesive coat weight for textured surfaces
  • Excellent high temperature resistance
  • Excellent adhesion to LSE plastics and powder coats

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