3M™ offers several different tape products for electronic applications. DigiKey carries other 3M products for bonding applications under the section - Laminating Adhesives. There is also a good review of the basic science behind adhesion and pressure sensitive adhesive technology. This module will be focusing on 3M™ VHB™ Tapes. Compared to double coated tapes and adhesive transfer tapes, 3M™ VHB™ Foam Tapes are thicker, and are much stronger. They are typically used to replace mechanical fasteners or to act as a gasket.