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Tape vs Mechanical Fasteners
In addition to its aesthetically pleasing appearance, SilverTape® offers several other benefits over conventional mechanical fasteners such as even stress distribution, complete surface coverage and the ability to essentially marry substrates with differing textures and material qualities. The key ingredients that make this tape a superior option are viscoelasticity and conformability.
Mechanical fasteners such as spot welds and rivets create tension spots and uneven distribution of stress across the substrates.
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High performance tape provides stress distribution across the entire substrate surface, enforcing a stronger, more even bond.
A single bonding point exposes mechanical fasteners to tension and increases the risk of breakage and weakened bond.
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The broad adhesive coverage of high bond tape on a given substrate creates a strong bond against tension and stress.
Natural effects like thermal expansion, bi-metal corrosion and uneven surfaces create tension and affect the bond between substrates.
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High performance tape acts as a buffer between differing substrates and allows for expansion and irregularities while remaining strong.
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