Technical Data

April, 2010

3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 242F02

Product Description / Features
3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 .001" thick Film Liner is a .002" PET, silicone coated both sides Pressure used for lamination and application of the 3M polymer 242 to a substrate Low outgassing and ionics Typical temperature range for good damping: 0-65C 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02 .002" thick Film Liner is a .002" PET, silicone coated both sides Pressure used for lamination and application of the 3M polymer 242 to a substrate Low outgassing and ionics Typical temperature range for good damping: 0-65C
Notes: 1) 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 may be used in some applications outside its suggested damping temperature range with acceptable damping performance. as determined by the user. 2) The typical temperature range for good damping noted above is not a limit for 3M polymer 242 in an applications long term temperature exposures or short term higher temperature excursions, but its the temperature range where 3M polymer 242 typically has good damping performance. The dampers construction and application to a substrate will determine the long and short term performance of a damper in a given application environment.

Application Ideas
3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 is designed to be used in damping applications as part of free-layer damper, constrained layer damper or damped laminate designs. 3M polymer 242 is designed to be used in applications that require low outgassing and ionic levels and still provide robust damping performance. 3M polymer 242 will typically have damping performance in an area between the 3M Viscoelastic Damping Polymers 112 and 130 for Loss Factor and Storage Modulus. The 3M polymer 242 can be used in vibration and shock isolation designs. 3M polymer 242 is an acrylic polymer and offers good thermal performance for long term applications at moderate temperatures and also applications that experience short high temperature excursions. Market application areas include: automotive, aerospace, electronics and general industry. Applications include cover dampers, damped laminate constructions, suspension dampers, isolators, panel dampers, space craft applications, etc.

3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 242F02 Nomograph

The 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 damping properties are shown in the reduced temperature format nomograph. The nomograph shows the Viscoelastic Damping Polymers Loss Factor and Storage Modulus for various frequencies and temperatures in a single graph. The Shear (Storage) Modulus and Loss Factor are intensive properties of the Viscoelastic Damping Polymer alone. The Loss Factor and Storage Modulus are the key measurement parameters and determine the level of potential damping capability that exists in the 3M polymer 242 at a specific temperature and frequency. The Loss Factor and Storage Modulus for the 3M polymer 242 are found by selecting the frequency desired of an application and extending a horizontal line from that frequency until the desired application temperature isotherm is intersected. Extend a vertical line from this first intersection point of the desired frequency and temperature isotherm so that it intersects the Loss Factor and Storage Modulus curves. The Loss Factor and Storage Modulus values are found on the left hand scale by extending a line horizontally from these second intersection points on the Loss Factor and Storage Modulus performance cures.
3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 Nomograph
100 90 80 70 60 50 30 40

Temperature (C)
1000

20

10

1000

G' (MPa) and Loss Factor

100 10 1 0.1

G' Loss Factor

100

Frequency (Hz)

10 1 0.1 0.01

0.01

Outgassing
Typical Total Outgas Material by GC/MS (Modified ASTM 4526) 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 < 1.8 g/cm2 (Hydrocarbons, Organic acids, Esters, Alcohols, Phenols, Siloxane) 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02 < 2.5 g/cm2 (Hydrocarbons, Organic acids, Esters, Alcohols, Phenols, Siloxane)

Ionics
Typical Total Ionics by Ion Chromatograph 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 - < 0.15 g/cm2 (Chloride, Nitrate, Sulfate) 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02 - < 0.15 g/cm2 (Chloride, Nitrate, Sulfate)

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3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 242F02 Adhesion

Typical adhesion data with 2 mil aluminum backing and a 90-degree peel test at 12"/min (ounce / 0.5 inch width)
Substrate @ dwell conditions SS @ 15 min RT SS @ 72 Hr RT SS @ 72 Hr & 158F (70C) 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 20 35 70 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02 25 40 100

Liner Release
Typical Liner Release Values (180 degree Liner removal) 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 - 30 g/inch width 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F02 - 32 g/inch width

Application Instructions - 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242

In many applications of the 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 to a constraining layer or substrate, the 3M polymer 242 needs only pressure to provide adequate bonding at room temperature (21C). For high strain applications and/or some surface types or geometries, the damping polymers may require an additional surface attachment means, such as a surface primer or epoxy bonding material to provide an adequate bond to a surface. Surface Preparation For an acceptable bonding of 3M polymer 242 to a surface, it is necessary for surfaces to be dry and free of any wax, grease, dust, dirt, oil, scale or any other contaminants or loose or weakly attached surface finishes or coatings. The importance of contamination free surfaces cannot be over emphasized. Typical cleaning solvents like isopropyl alcohol or heptane can be used. More aggressive solvents may be needed for difficult to remove contaminates. Note: Carefully read and follow manufacturers precautions and directions for use when using cleaning solvents. Extremely contaminated surfaces may require special attention. Sanding or grinding will remove heavy contamination. Follow with a solvent wipe as indicated above. Sandblasting and grinding to finish should be done ONLY on surfaces completely free of oil, grease, wax, silicone-based materials or other organic residues. Sandblasting and grinding can drive or push oils and other residual materials into the substrate surface leading to adhesion reduction or bond failure of the polymer after an initial bond is made. Sandblasting and grinding should be done with materials that do not leave a residue or grit remaining on or in the surface. Note: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment for sandblasting and grinding operations.

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3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 242F02 Application Instructions (continued)

Surface Type: 3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242 will form good bonds when properly applied to many high surface energy materials. Materials with a surface energy below 100 dynes/cm2 should be tested to determine if a suitable development of an adequate bond for a given end use application will occur. Application 3M polymer 242 is tacky at room temperature (21C). The 3M polymer 242 requires only rolling or squeegeeing methods to apply pressure to the 3M polymer 242 to make an adequate bond to a contamination free surface. Air entrapment should be avoided to provide a good bond. A good method is to first attach one edge of the damping polymer with the liner intact (or a previously laminated damper with its liner removed) to the substrate, then gradually lower the damper or damping polymer onto the surface at an angle (30-90) while continually applying uniform pressure to the damper or damping polymer of 10-15 psi (6.9-10.3 x 10 4 pascals). A squeegee or wood/rubber roller will help maintain uniform pressure across a wide area. Every effort must be made to avoid air entrapment while placing the damping polymer and/or damper on to a substrate. The 3M polymer 242 bond will typically build with time or exposure to higher temperature. Lamination pressures above 50 psi (3.45 x 104 pascals) and temperatures above 121C should be avoided for 3M polymer 242 bonding. The liner does not remain with a final damper when applied in an end-use application or when the 3M polymer 242 is laminated between substrates for a laminate construction. Note: The above technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.

Shelf Life
12 months from manufacture of material if properly stored at 60-80F (16-27C) and 40-50% RH and kept in original package.

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3M Ultra-Pure Viscoelastic Damping Polymer 242F01 242F02 Certification/Recognition

MSDS: 3M has not prepared a MSDS for these products which is are subject to the MSDS requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administrations Hazard Communication Standard, 29 C.F.R. 1910.1200(b)(6)(v). When used under reasonable conditions or in accordance with the 3M directions for use, these products should not present a health and safety hazard. However, use or processing of these products in a manner not in accordance with the directions for use may affect their performance and present potential health and safety hazards. TSCA: These products are defined as an article under the Toxic Substances Control Act and therefore, are exempt from inventory listing requirements. RoHs Complaint/REACH Compliant: These products comply with the European Unions Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHs) initiative and with European REACH regulations 2002/95/EC and 2005/618/EC.

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