3M™ Polyester Tape 8901
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Highlights
- Works in demanding conditions and high temperatures ranging from -60ºF (-50ºC) to 400ºF (204ºC)
- Clean removal during high-temperature masking operations such as powder coating
- Polyester film offers excellent thermal and chemical resistance while maintaining flexibility
- Silicone adhesive provides clean removal from a variety of surfaces
- Translucent blue backing provides easy identification and positioning
Thin and conformable, 3M Polyester Tape 8901 excels in high temperature masking operations such as powder coat painting. Coated with a silicone adhesive, this tape bonds to a variety of difficult surfaces. It is chemical resistant and performs under a wide range of temperatures and environments.
Performance in Demanding Conditions
3M™ Polyester Tape 8901 (PDF, 52.71 Kb) is a thin, conformable polyester tape ideal for masking in high temperature applications and adheres well to silicone coated surfaces. The translucent blue backing is tear resistant. Coated with a silicone adhesive, this tape functions well in masking for powder coating to provide sharp paint lines. It removes cleanly and in one-piece from most surfaces, avoiding slivering and breaking. This tape also excels in permanent splicing operations on silicone liners, papers and films subject to high temperatures.
With good chemical resistance, this tape works effectively in chemical processes and demanding work conditions, such as anodizing. The pressure sensitive silicone adhesive performs under a broad range of temperatures ranging from -60°F (-50°C) to 400°F (204°C).
Recommended applications
Masking parts for high temperature powder coat painting
Splicing of silicone liners, films and papers
Holding parts or vacuum bags during composite bonding operations
Masking metal surfaces in acid or caustic chemical milling baths
Protective tape reduces scratches during handling and shipping
For powder coat paint masking, 3M™ Polyester Tape series 8900 provides popular choices with clean removing
3M™ Polyester Tape 8901 (PDF, 52.71 Kb) is a thin, conformable polyester tape ideal for masking in high temperature applications and adheres well to silicone coated surfaces. The translucent blue backing is tear resistant. Coated with a silicone adhesive, this tape functions well in masking for powder coating to provide sharp paint lines. It removes cleanly and in one-piece from most surfaces, avoiding slivering and breaking. This tape also excels in permanent splicing operations on silicone liners, papers and films subject to high temperatures.
With good chemical resistance, this tape works effectively in chemical processes and demanding work conditions, such as anodizing. The pressure sensitive silicone adhesive performs under a broad range of temperatures ranging from -60°F (-50°C) to 400°F (204°C).
Recommended applications
Masking parts for high temperature powder coat painting
Splicing of silicone liners, films and papers
Holding parts or vacuum bags during composite bonding operations
Masking metal surfaces in acid or caustic chemical milling baths
Protective tape reduces scratches during handling and shipping
For powder coat paint masking, 3M™ Polyester Tape series 8900 provides popular choices with clean removing
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| Overall Width (Metric) | 50.8 mm, 101.6 mm, 25.4 mm, 19.05 mm, 457.2 mm, 76.2 mm, 1,219 mm, 406.4 mm, 12.7 mm, 1,219.2 mm | |||
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (metric) | 0.022 mm, 0.06 mm | |||
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyester | |||
| Product Colour | Blue | |||
| Adhesive Type | Silicone |
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