Norbond® F500 Series Bonding Tape Meets Ford Specification WSS-M11P65-A
When it comes to modern-day automotive design and manufacturing, success is in the details. The days of relying solely on mechanical fasteners or liquid adhesives are gone and new advancements in paint systems, such as scratch resistance and carbamate clear coats, make surface adhesion more of a challenge for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). High-performance and long-lasting bonding solutions such as OEM-specified polyurethane and acrylic tapes help achieve precision, making them the preferred method for securing vehicle components. Quality bonding solutions can handle various substrate and design complexities, help maintain consistent levels of strong adhesion performance on these paint systems and can add greatly to the aesthetic appeal of a vehicle.
Today, design engineers are looking for high-performance adhesive systems that demonstrate proven success on today’s clear-coat paint finishes. OEM specifications such as those required by Ford are particularly challenging because they require a strong balance of peel, shear and tensile adhesion. Ford Spec WSS-M11P65-A, for example, is one of the most challenging OEM specifications in terms of performance requirements.
After more than a year of development, we are pleased to announce that our new Tape Solutions product, Norbond F500, meets Ford Spec WSS-M11P65-A and was successfully validated and approved for use on Ford production vehicles. To meet this qualification there were multiple trials, including extensive aging tests on three different paint systems. Additionally, our teams leveraged support from manufacturing sites in each region as well as the capabilities of our suppliers and evaluated changes to both our foam core and adhesive systems.
With strong weathering resistance, Norbond F500 provides durability and long service life, allowing for permanent attachment of exterior automotive nameplates, emblems and badging. This polyurethane foam carrier is specifically formulated to meet the stress of this application. F500 has energy-dissipating properties that absorb vibrations and distribute stress over the surface. F500 can be expanded to other gauges and provide modern-day bonding solutions required by other key OEMs.
Norbond F500 has the following features:
- Stress distribution that reduces pressure points, thereby minimizing distortion
- High-performing, durable acrylic adhesive that provides a strong, long-lasting bond
- Conformable, closed-cell polyurethane foam that facilitates die-cutting
- The ability to prevent corrosion by eliminating the contact between dissimilar materials
- Standard polyethylene liner that excels in automated production
The advantages of bonding tapes are amplified when they can meet the stringent standards set by the Ford Motor Company. F500 is specially engineered to ensure compatibility with a wide range of substrates, materials and finishes while providing long performance life. Connect with us today to learn more about this specific product or explore our product portfolio. With our commitment to quality, performance and reliability, we can help you select the right tape to meet your demanding transportation application requirements.
