Gripping Material GM110 • GM400 Technical Data October, 2009 Product Description 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 and GM400 are based on 3M’s proprietary microreplicated technology. 3M gripping material GM110 consists of a high-friction surface with a nylon knit backing that provides stretch in the cross-web directions. It can be attached to other substrates by sewing. 3M gripping material GM110 is ideally suited for applications requiring stretch, such as athletic gloves. 3M gripping material GM400 consists of a high-friction surface with a thin flexible backing and acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive with liner. When used alone on a single surface, 3M gripping material provides a strong secure grip. When used as a two-part system, for example on a glove and a handlebar grip, strength is maximized. As firmly as 3M gripping material holds, it releases just as easily. Converting and Application 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 plain back can be shear cut, die-cut, or converted by other applicable methods, and can be sewn to a wide variety of substrates using most commercially available equipment. Excessive thread tension may cause tearing or cutting of the product. Avoid direct contact with heated processing surfaces, in excess of 160°F (71°C), for prolonged periods of time. 3M™ Gripping Material GM400 3M™ Gripping Material GM400 with pressure sensitive adhesive can be shear cut, die-cut, or converted by other application methods. When used as a handle wrap, material should be spiral wrapped so edges are aligned next to each other with minimal gaps. The leading and ending edges of the wrap should be secured with end caps or tape designed for that purpose. Minimum tension should be used to avoid stretching and distortion of the product. Avoide direct direct contact with heated processing surfaces, in excess of 160°F (71°C), for prolonged periods of time. 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 • GM400 Typical Physical Properties Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. 3M™ Gripping Material Property GM110 GM400 Typical Value Typical Value Plain back 5 mil acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive Product Type Weight - oz/yd2 (g/m2) without liner with liner 10.7 (360) – 12.9 (440) 15.8 (535) Thickness - mils (mm) without liner with liner 33 (0.8) – 33 (0.8) 37 (0.9) Black or Off-white Black Nylon knit Polyester mesh Coefficient of Friction:1 3M microtribometer method2 dry- kinetic coefficient of friction wet - kinetic coefficient of friction 2.7 2.3 3.0 3.0 Abrasion Resistance: ASTM D3389 (H18, 500 g) wear through – revolutions weight loss rate3 – mg/revolution > 6000 0.05 > 6000 0.05 Puncture Resistance: modified ASTM D4833 - lb (N) 13.5 (60) 7.6 (34) Colorfastness to UV: (AATCC grayscale) ASTM G-155 method 1, 1000 hours 4 (Black) – Color Carrier Type Tensile Strength: ASTM D5035 - lb/in (N/cm) MD* CD* 82 (140) 22 (38) 19 (33 18 (32) Force Required to Stretch 20%: 5 cycle avg. @ 12"/min - lb/in (N/cm) CD* 3.8 (6.7) 100% recovery – – Tear Resistance: ASTM D5734 - lb (N) MD* CD* 1.7 (8) – 3.3 (15) 4.4 (20) Stiffness: ASTM D5732 - µlb.ft. (µN.m) MD* CD* 32 (44) – 109 (119) 140 (153) -40 to 160 (-40 to 71) -40 to 160 (-40 to 71) Optimum Usable Temperature Range - °F (°C)** 1 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 vs. GM400. area: 0.44 in2 (2.8 cm2), contact pressure: 3 lb/in2 (21 kPa) 3 Weight loss rate at 4000 revolutions. *MD: machine direction, CD: cross direction. **Dependent upon process conditions and application. 2 Contact -2- 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 • GM400 Care and Maintenance Instructions 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 Important: Test each application according to appropriate care instructions required for the finished product. Actual life of the applied 3M gripping material depends on cleaning method and wear conditions. The following care label recommendations are made based on testing to 10 home wash and 3 dry-clean cycles. 3M™ Gripping Material GM400 3M™ Gripping Material GM400 can be rinsed off in cold water or wiped with a damp rag and can be air dried. Surface contamination – lint or other debris – can be easily removed with a Scotch® Lint Roller and Scotch® Lint Sheets, or other lint removing mechanisms. Wash: Not Machine Washable Wash: Machine wash hot, 60°C (140°F) 60C Bleach: Do not bleach Bleach: Do not bleach Dry: Tumble dry, low heat Dry: Do not tumble dry Iron: Do not iron Dry: Line or drip dry , Dry-clean: Dry-clean normal cycle Iron: Do not iron P Surface contamination – lint or other debris – can be easily removed with a Scotch® Lint Roller and Scotch® Lint Sheets, or other lint removing mechanisms. -3- Dry-clean: Do not dry-clean 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 • GM400 Product Availability 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 and GM400 are available in the following widths and roll lengths on 3 inch cores: 3M™ Gripping Material GM110 GM400 Roll Width: 10.25 inches (26 cm) 1 inch (2.5 cm) 10.25 inches (26 cm) Roll Length: Variable 72 yds (65.8 m) Technical Information The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are based upon tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such information is not guaranteed. 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