3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH-160GF
Reliable, heat-resistant bonding—no rivets, welding, or clean‑up required
What is 3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH‑160GF?
3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH‑160GF is a 1.6 mm thick, grey double-sided acrylic foam tape featuring a conformable, closed-cell core and red polyethylene film liner.
Crafted for high-temperature durability, it creates strong, permanent bonds ideal for metal or plastic parts undergoing powder coat or liquid paint bake cycles. It ensures smooth, fast assembly without drilling or welding.
Technical Information
3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH‑160GF Technical Details & Options
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Grey
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1.6mm
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710 kg/m³
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230°C
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150°C
Benefits
Why Choose 3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH-160GF?
3M solutions are engineered to deliver more than just adhesion, they improve processes, enhance durability, and open up new design possibilities. Each product comes with unique advantages that help manufacturers achieve stronger, cleaner, and more efficient results.
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High-Temperature Performance
Supports bonding before heat-cured paint processes like powder coating
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Versatile Substrate Compatibility
Strong, durable bonds to metals, aluminium, ABS, and other medium/high surface energy materials
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Outstanding Environmental Resistance
Resistant to UV, solvents, moisture, and long-term aging
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Stress and Vibration Dampening
Reduces vibration and impact stress for long-term performance
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Fastener-Free Assembly
Simplifies assembly, avoids drilling/grinding/refinishing
Delivering Excellence: What Our Clients Say
It is rare to deal with a company that is 100% efficient and 100% reliable while remaining courteous and friendly at the same time. RGH Converting is that rare find. We initially approached them with a complex material challenge, and their team acted as a true extension of our own, providing technical clarity and high-standard prototypes at impressive speed.
Their expertise as a 3M Preferred Converter gave us total confidence in the quality of the final product. I have no hesitation in recommending RGH to any manufacturer looking for precision, reliability, and a partnership-led approach.
Automotive Client
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Suggested Applications
Where to Apply 3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH-160GF?
Designed with versatility in mind, 3M products are used across a wide range of industries and environments. Here are some of the most common applications where these solutions add real value.
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Pre-Paint Structural Bonding
Panel-to-frame bonding prior to heat-cure painting (e.g., powder coating lines)
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Architectural and Fabrication Applications
Attaching stiffeners, trims, or decorative panels in architectural or metal fabrication contexts
Common Industry Uses
Where is 3M™ VHB™ Tape GPH-160GF Used?
From sealing vehicle components to assembling electronics and creating durable retail displays, 3M products supplied by RGH are engineered to perform where it counts. Here are some of the industries putting them to work.
Product Guides
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