203 - Masking Tape

3M

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FEATURES

Std Roll Length: 60.00 yards

ADVANTAGES

The rubber adhesive provides good instant adhesion that sticks to a wide variety of surfaces and reduces time and effort needed for rub down
Good holding power to help resist lifting or curling
Crepe paper backing is conformable to maintain integrity when formed around a corner
Backing resists slivering yet exhibits easy hand tearability
Backsize treatment provides easy controlled unwind
Good paint hold-out that resists bleed through

APPLICATIONS

General purpose paint masking product
Used for holding, bundling and sealing

MARKETS SERVED

Specialty Industrial

COLORS

Natural

GENERAL INFORMATION

203 is a 5.2 mil, crepe paper tape which is a general purpose masking product used for holding, bundling and sealing. The rubber adhesive provides good instant adhesion that sticks to a wide variety of surfaces and reduces time and effort needed for rub down. Good holding power to help resist lifting or curling. Crepe paper backing is conformable to maintain integrity when formed around a corner. Backing resists slivering yet exhibits easy hand tearability. Backsize treatment provides easy controlled unwind. Good paint hold-out that resists bleed through. Designed for indoor use only, should not be subjected to outdoor or UV exposure as it may become very difficult to remove.

PRODUCT CONSTRUCTION

	Type	Mil Thickness

Backing	Crepe Paper
Adhesive (unwind)	Rubber
Thickness (total)		5.20

PRIMARY PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

	Unwind Side	Liner Side

Adhesion-to-Steel - 180° Peel	35.00 oz/in
Adhesive Removable	Yes
Adhesive Clean Removable	Yes
Adhesive Repositionable	Yes
Adhesive Activation	Pressure
Tensile Strength	20.00 lbs/in
Elongation Percent	9.00%

SECONDARY PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Hand Tearable

Yes

THERMAL / ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES

Minimum Application Temperature	40°F
Minimum Service Temperature	0°F
Maximum Short-Term Temperature	200°F

The physical properties listed are typical values and are not to be considered as specifications. Our suggestions for use are based on tests we believe to be reliable. However, the purchaser must carry out their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their internal use. Information is given in good faith, but without warranty.
It is essential, as with all pressure-sensitive tapes, that the surface to which the tape is applied be clean, dry and free of grease and oil.
Shelf life from date of manufacture is based on the product being stored at 70°F(21°C) / 50% relative humidity out of direct sunlight.
Specification compliance is dynamic and should only be used as a general guide. Always confirm that the tape you are interested in currently complies with all specification requirements. Please verify that the product number that you select is available in the proper size and color to meet your specification.