Premium outdoor duct tape with UV tolerance, weather resistance, and clean removal up to 6 months. Sticks immediately for up to 1 year. Ideal for construction, maintenance, and repair applications.
3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 is a premium-grade, outdoor-rated duct tape engineered for versatile applications in construction, maintenance, and repair. This innovative tape combines polyethylene film laminated to cloth with a rubber adhesive, creating a durable solution that maintains performance when exposed to the elements. The tape features UV tolerance and weather resistance, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications where reliability is essential.
Constructed with a unique design that allows for applications in various environments, this duct tape sticks immediately and stays on for up to one year without deterioration. It removes cleanly for up to six months from most opaque surfaces, even after sun and weather exposure, eliminating the hassle of sticky or dried-on residue. The strong water-resistant backing resists wear and light abrasion while providing a tight, moisture-resistant seal in many containment situations. With a tensile strength of 36.5 lb and excellent conformability to irregular surfaces, this tape delivers professional-grade performance.
Originally developed for HVAC applications, 3M™ Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 is used today in a wide range of maintenance, repair, and construction settings. The cloth-reinforced tape can be torn from the roll by hand and sticks instantly, providing convenient solutions for outdoor weather sealing, pipe capping, patching, bundling, reinforcing, and temporary repairs. Available in slate blue, black, and olive colors, this premium tape enhances both utility and aesthetics. Tested for flame spread using UL723 and ASTM E84 standards, it can withstand temperatures up to 200°F for short durations.
Key Features
- Outdoor UV-tolerant design maintains versatile performance in harsh weather conditions
- Clean removal up to 6 months from most opaque surfaces even after sun and weather exposure
- Sticks immediately and stays on for up to 1 year without deterioration
- Strong water-resistant backing resists wear, abrasion, and provides moisture-resistant seal
- Hand-tearable cloth-reinforced construction for easy application on rough surfaces
- Conforms to irregular surfaces without lifting for superior coverage
- Temperature rated up to 200°F for short durations with flame spread certification
- Available in multiple colors including slate blue, black, and olive
- Eliminates hassle of sticky or dried-on residue removal
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Value |
| Product Number | 8979 |
| Brand | 3M |
| Backing Material | Polyethylene/Cloth Scrim |
| Adhesive Type | Rubber |
| Product Color | Black |
| Overall Width (Metric) | 72 mm |
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 2.83 in |
| Overall Length (Metric) | 54.8 m |
| Overall Length (Imperial) | 59.93 yd |
| Tape Thickness | 12.1 mil (0.29 mm) |
| Core Size (Metric) | 76.2 mm |
| Core Size (Imperial) | 3 in |
| Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 36.5 lb |
| Tensile Strength (Metric) | 64 N/cm |
| Adhesion to Steel | 57 oz/in |
| Elongation at Break | 17% |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 200°F |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 93°C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 40°F |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 4°C |
| Product Form | Roll |
| Units per Case | 12 Rolls |
| Smallest Saleable Unit | Roll |
| Shelf Life | 18 Months |
| Tape Grade | Premium |
| Performance Level | High Performance |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Self-sticking | Yes |
| Clean Removal | Yes, up to 6 months |
| Suitable for High Voltage | No |
| UPC Code | 00051115259128 |
| 3M ID | 7100139310 |
| Flame Spread Rating | Tested per UL723 and ASTM E84 |
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