Some of our military morale patches are rare and will not be available indefinitely. The following information is intended to assist the designer considering the use of 3m dual lock reclosable fasteners. In the last several years they have become as popular with civilians and law enforcement as they have been with the military and special forces. Its no wonder then that morale patches have been an important element in military culture for generations. Our hook and loop is called scotchmate which is sometimes referred to as velcro. Backtoback 3m hook and loop fastener sj3000 meshes with itself as a replacement for. Large hooky patches on the underside with a few bits off strategically placed dual lock around the edges. Shop velcro at and get free store pickup at your neighborhood ace. Dual lock is stronger but not readily available local home improvement or hardware stores anymore. Thanks to their moulded plastic hooks, velcro brand industrial strength tape, strips and dots have 50% more holding power than their standardstrength counterparts. But then i remembered about that 3m dual lock stuff, the new velcro. May 16, 2010 radio shack sells type 250 dual lock from 3m under the name superlock. Even then some people put the velcro on differently fuzz on pedal vs. Most applications will work using just type 250 alone and has the added ease of only having to keep track of one type.
Apr 23, 2014 maplewoodbased 3m said in a news release that its interlocking strips resist wear, weather and dirt and are tested and proven to lock three times stronger than velcro industrial strength fasteners. Badass morale patches a wide variety of military ultra high quality usmade tactical velcro morale patches. Hookandloop fasteners, hookandpile fasteners or touch fasteners consist of two. We ship all of our fix pedalboards with 3m dual lock. Unlike velcro, any piece can mate with any other piece. It also works well when securing equipment to the underside of desks or countertops. Plainbacked 3m hook and loop fasteners are available for sewing to the fabric and leather of jackets and gloves.
Uline stocks a huge selection of 3m dual lock and dual lock reclosable fasteners. Some players have moved on to 3ms dual lock, while products like. Order today and request custom packaging, roll lengths, bar coding, and labeling. Save on printer ink and toner to keep your office efficient and productive. Product performance depends upon a number of factors, including the dual lock fastener selected, the conditions in which the dual lock fastener is applied and the time and environment in which it is expected to perform. Our hook and loop is sometimes referred to as velcro in other companies. I had to use a wonder bar to pry a router from the bottom of a desk because i used 4 1x2 pieces of dual lock. Made to sew on much like a traditional rank or identification patch, these. Favorite add to new california republic ncr fallout state flag embroidered sew iron on patches kinghobbs. Velcroed pedals also wobble around and move while dual locked pedals are rigid and do.
Final product performance depends on actual conditions, including the fastener selected, the conditions in which the fastener is applied, the time and environmental conditions in which it is expected to perform. Confederate flag velcro patch for tactical hats and other velcro applications. I use dual lock for securing nonrackmount equipment to rackshelves. Real velcro for all our custom velcro patches and morale patches. A number of velcro corporation products were displayed at a fashion show at the. We only use the hook side of the velcro not the fuzzy side of the velcro we. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, our industrial strength hook and loop fasteners are made with strong, waterresistant adhesive perfect for even the most demanding of. But with type 250 dual lock you can attach 4 lbs per square inch. Utilize our custom online printing and it services for small. After 15 years of using velcro, dual lock was pretty amazing.
I have an atomic amplifire 12 on my board which is secured with all of the above. I did sew a patch of the soft side to the insides of some pocket, things. Maplewoodbased 3m said in a news release that its interlocking strips resist wear, weather and dirt and are tested and proven to lock three. When mating to type 170 there will be less of a grip, while mating to type 400 will provide a tighter grip. Cut them to the length you require and reuse them as required. I couldnt leave a velcroed board in a hot car because all the velcro would slip off the pedals and the board. Officially licensed redneck nation merchandise produced by redneck nation by redneck nation apparel co.
Theres nothing easy about military worklong hours, early mornings, extensive travel, and demanding conditions are all part of the game. Yes, we have to special order the velcro brand, and it costs 4x more than the off brand, but we think that our custom morale patches are worth it. That will give you an idea how much stronger type 250 dual lock is. Velcro onewrap strap is the quick alternative to velcro onewrap strap is the quick alternative to rope, bungee or twine. A patch is used inside astronauts helmets where it serves as a nose. Great for bundling and storage of items in home, garage, truck or jobsite. The heavy duty velcro works fine for most applications and is much easier to work with if you change pedals frequently. Velcro backed morale patches gained popularity during the wars in iraq and afghanistan. Viking industrial are 3ms n1 online partner for 3m dual lock, with over 30 years experience we stock and supply a complete range of 3m dual lock tape including 2. This is very helpful when the fastener you need is a very large quantity. It takes a lot more than a few stompboxes, velcro, and a carrying case to. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for.
From basic office supplies, such as printer paper and labels, to office equipment, like file cabinets and stylish office furniture, office depot and officemax have the office products you need to get the job done. I think for stuff that uses fabric, velcro is still the way to get because it is. Whether your product design goals are lightweighting, cleaner aesthetics, sleeker products, or easier maintenanceserviceability, consider 3m dual lock. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. Velcro stickon tapes are weatherproof due to the waterresistant adhesive. On the lowprofile dual lock package, they recommend 4 square inches of fastener per pound of weight. Apr 14, 2015 flexsystems is the only usa company to make custom pvc 2d velcro patches, tactical patches, morale badges and multiple name badges. The following technical information and data is intended as a guideline to assist customers for further evaluation. A wide variety of velcro price options are available to you, such as ecofriendly. Fluffy velcro on the board, then hooky velcro or dual lock on the pedals. Instead, tiny plastic mushrooms interlock with an audible snap. Real velcro for all our custom velcro patches and morale. It holds more securely than velcro, without wiggling or working loose.
Backtoback 3m hook and loop fastener sj3000 meshes with itself as a. Featuring dual lock technology, these scotch extreme strips are ideal for fastening both indoors and outdoors. Radio shack sells type 250 dual lock from 3m under the name superlock. Featuring moulded plastic hooks that lock with the loops to temporarily bind while pressed together. Velcro ultramate high performance hook and loop fastener vek91100. Velcroed pedals also wobble around and move while dual locked pedals are rigid and do not move at all. The dual locks that i bought came in about 1 x 1 squares with peel off backings.
The caliber patch enables quick identification on the contents of the bang box and 2fer or 3fer. Available in three colors with velcro hook backing for easy application and use. Dual lock is also available in 3 or 4 different strengths which most people dont know. I have never used dual lock but i have some in my possession that i.
If you the standard stuff you reall only need a small patch at the top and bottom. Its made of plastic interlocking tabs that hold together really tightly. Browse the comprehensive range of 3m dual lock tape we have available. Please note, we are working to fulfill all web orders, but we are giving priority to customers in need of products that are vital for medical. Dual lock comes in a choice of black or clear i prefer the clear for most purposes and in four types. Flexsystems is the only usa company to make custom pvc 2d velcro patches, tactical patches, morale badges and multiple name badges. The other is dual lock which opens and closes in a unique fashion. All of our morale patches have the option to add velcro to them, and we insist on using the best velcro that there is. Browse our virtual online catalog to find the latest fastening and adhesive solutions at the lowest prices. It features a continuous strip of polyolefin stems with mushroom shaped tops protruding up from the backing. It is essential to clean and dry both surfaces prior to application. They stay attached even when wet and dirty and work well on rough surfaces, holding up to 4.