Reclosable fasteners

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  • About reclosable fasteners

    Reclosable fasteners offer a reliable fixing solution where an application requires regular inspection or temporary holding. 

    When your product requires multiple openings and closings, reclosable fasteners such as 3M Dual Lock and Hook and Loop products provide a trusted and reliable solution. They are strong, reliable and secure; they offer flexible fastening and fast, easy assembly and dismantling. They can be used on flexible or rigid surfaces providing an invisible reclosable fastening solution that is conveniently removable.

    Other reclosable fasteners include differential tapes; these provide a permanent bond on one side and a removable/repositionable bond on the other. They are thin, flexible and allow removal of items with no adhesive residue.

    In addition, magnetic tapes offer removable attachment that is conformable and will adhere to a wide variety of surfaces. These high energy tapes remain permanently magnetised, even after being dropped or impacted. They will stick to curved, twisted or irregular surfaces without cracking or breaking.

    Our reclosable fastenings include:

    • Hook and loop fasteners
    • 3M Dual Lock reclosable fasteners
    • Differential tapes
    • Magnetic tapes

    Our applications include:

    • Ostomy, surgical gown and medical device closure
    • Medical tube and cable holders
    • Medical monitoring device attachment
    • Signage attachment
    • Point of sale displays and promotional material
    • Automotive seat panel attachment
    • Access panel attachment in electronic equipment
    • Wall and ceiling panel attachment
    • Core starting and end tabbing of papers, foils and films
    • Removable/changeable foam gasketing

  • Search reclosable fasteners

    Browse through our range of reclosable fasteners below, including 3M Hook and Loop and Dual Lock reclosable fasteners. If you would like to ask us a question about any of these products, contact us here or open a live chat below.

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    • Bond to LSE plastic
    • Bond to foam, felt, mesh
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    Any data provided relates to values typically generated when measuring these materials, and is offered as a guide to material selection. However it is not guaranteed and the user is responsible for evaluating the suitability of a product for the application it is intended for. Some test methods may vary, please refer to data sheet or call for assistance.

    Title Stock status Adhesive Bond to foam, felt, mesh Bond to HSE plastic Bond to LSE plastic Bond to metal Carrier Chem resist Colour D/S or S/S Manufacturer / SOS Max length (m) Max. long temp (ËšC) Max. short temp (ËšC) Max width (cm) Min. temp (ËšC) Sterilisation method Thickness (mm) UV resist
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3560 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3560 3 Acrylic 1 4 1 5 PP 5 Clear 3Mâ„¢ 70 -29 3.5 4
    Aplix 840 Aplix 840 2 None No data No data No data No data PPS No data Tan Aplix No data 3.2 1
    Aplix 820-821 Aplix 820-821 2 None No data No data No data No data Aramid No data White Aplix -55 3.1 1
    Aplix 800 Aplix 800 2 None No data No data No data No data Polyamide No data Black Aplix No data 3.2 1
    Aplix 400 Aplix 400 2 None No data No data No data No data Polyamide No data Black Aplix No data 3 No data
    3Mâ„¢ 7330 3Mâ„¢ 7330 3 None No data No data No data No data Nylon No data White Double sided 3Mâ„¢ 411.5 No data 76 No data EtO & Gamma 0.25 No data
    3Mâ„¢ 7337 3Mâ„¢ 7337 3 Synthetic rubber No data No data No data No data No data No data White Double sided 3Mâ„¢ 137 No data 71 No data EtO & Gamma 0.25 No data
    3Mâ„¢ 7336 3Mâ„¢ 7336 3 Synthetic rubber No data No data No data No data Polyolefin No data White Double sided 3Mâ„¢ 137 No data 66 No data EtO 0.5 No data
    3Mâ„¢ 1317 3Mâ„¢ 1317 3 Rubber Magnetic polymer Black 3Mâ„¢ -40 1.55
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ4570 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ4570 3 Acrylic 1 4 5 5 PP 4 Clear 3Mâ„¢ 70 -29 1.63 4
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3440 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3440 3 None No data No data No data No data Polyolefin No data Black 3Mâ„¢ 70 -29 4.1 No data
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3552 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3552 3 Acrylic 1 4 1 5 PP 5 Black 3Mâ„¢ 70 -29 3.5 4
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3551 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3551 3 Acrylic 1 4 1 5 PP 5 Black 3Mâ„¢ 70 -29 5.9 4
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3550 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3550 3 Acrylic 1 4 1 5 PP 5 Black 3Mâ„¢ 70 -29 3.5 4
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3542 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3542 3 Rubber 3 4 4 5 PP 3 Black 3Mâ„¢ 49 -29 3.5 4
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3541 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3541 3 Rubber 3 4 4 5 PP 3 Black 3Mâ„¢ 49 -29 3.5 4
    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3540 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ SJ3540 3 Rubber 3 4 4 5 PP 3 Black 3Mâ„¢ 49 -29 3.5 4
    3Mâ„¢ SJ3527 (black) 3Mâ„¢ SJ3527 (black) 3 Rubber 3 5 5 5 Nylon 3 Black 3Mâ„¢ 49 -29 3.2 4
    3Mâ„¢ SJ3526 (white) 3Mâ„¢ SJ3526 (white) 3 Rubber 3 5 5 5 Nylon 3 White 3Mâ„¢ 49 -29 3.6 4
    3Mâ„¢ SJ3526 (black) 3Mâ„¢ SJ3526 (black) 3 Rubber 3 5 5 5 Nylon 3 Black 3Mâ„¢ 49 -29 3.6 4

  • Tape in action

    Read through our case studies to find relevant, real-life examples of the powerful problem solving capabilities of reclosable fasteners! Browse all case studies to learn more about custom die-cut components and our tape converting capabilities.

    Reclosable automotive fasteners
    Reclosable automotive fasteners
    Strong and reclosable attachment for a range of automotive applications...

  • Customising your reclosable fastenings

    Utilising the latest converting technologies, we can customise your Hook and Loop and Dual Lock reclosable fasteners to create non-standard roll widths and lengths, or convenient and easy to handle components. Customising your material offers a number of benefits, including cost savings and enhanced product design. Whatever your needs, we have the experience and capabilities to provide a complete solution, from design and prototyping to full production and automated assembly.

    • Die-cutting
      Die-cutting
      We use a range of die-cutting equipment to create your bespoke adhesive components...
    • Slitting
      Slitting
      The cutting of large rolls of material to non-standard widths and lengths...
    • Laser cutting
      Laser cutting
      For cutting small, complicated geometries or features...
    • Guillotining
      Guillotining
      For laminating and sheeting to custom sizes...
    • Laminating
      Laminating
      Laminate materials fully or in selective areas, for a bespoke material construction...
    • Bespoke presentations
      Bespoke presentations
      For an efficient design that aids quick and accurate assembly...
    • X/Y axis plotter
      X/Y axis plotter
      For producing prototypes and small batch runs...
    • Rapid prototyping
      Rapid prototyping
      To test and demonstrate products in the early stages of design...
    • Clean room manufacturing
      Clean room manufacturing
      For a controlled manufacturing environment...
    • Automation solutions
      Automation solutions
      Reduce costs and enhance quality with automated pick and place equipment...
    • R&D
      R&D
      Assistance in developing the most effective part in form, function and presentation...
    • Computer Aided Design
      Computer Aided Design
      For accurate and optimum component design...
    • Contract converting
      Contract converting
      We can customise your material into bespoke shapes and combine it with complimentary products...
    • Part tolerances
      Part tolerances
      View our part tolerance standard values and talk to us about your requirements

  • Learn more

    To learn more about 3M Hook and Loop and Dual Lock reclosable fasteners and their uses, browse through our range of interesting and relevant videos, news and other media. 

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    • Five tips for designing converted components
      Five tips for designing converted components

      We’ve put together some useful tips for ensuring your adhesive components are optimally designed:Tip 1 – Avoid square corners or sharp angle corners most tooling suppliers either form flat…

    • 3M flexible magnet tape
      3M flexible magnet tape

      3M's flexible magnet tape offers a versatile attachment solution that is strong, flexible and designed for durability and performance.

    • 3M gripping solutions for medical devices
      3M gripping solutions for medical devices

      Hook and loop fastening tape for medical device construction and closures provides a ‘low profile’ option for the manufacture of medical devices.

    • 3M reclosable fasteners design selection guide
      3M reclosable fasteners design selection guide

      3M™ Reclosable Fasteners replace screws, bolts, nails, rivets, welds and other traditional fastening methods in many applications involving repeated opening and closing, attaching and detaching.

    • 3M™ Dual Lock™ features for automotive
      3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ features for automotive

      Detailed information on the features and performance of 3M™ Dual Lock™ for automotive applications. 

    • 3M™ Dual Lock™ reclosable fasteners for automotive
      3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ reclosable fasteners for automotive

      Secure, reclosable fastening systems, for a range of automotive applications where dependable and repeatable attachment is required. 

    • Rotary Laser Arrives to Parafix
      Rotary Laser Arrives to Parafix

      As one of Europe’s leading converters, Parafix is always looking for ways to improve, innovate and modernise. The latest phase of our continuous improvement saw a Rotary Laser machine join our arsenal...

    • Parafix Stands Up to COVID-19
      Parafix Stands Up to COVID-19

      Parafix is helping to fight the pandemic by repurposing some of its production lines to making 25,000 protective face shields per day and various components for ventilators.

    • Automated assembly capabilities
      Automated assembly capabilities

      View a range of automated assembly solutions using AccuPlace automated equipment.  

      Learn more about AccuPlace solutions here. 

    • Bonding and mounting products
      Bonding and mounting products

      Learn about the bonding and mounting tapes available from Parafix.

      Browse double sided materials here.