High Temperature Automotive Masking Tape

• Tape Description

  This automotive masking tape is manufactured with a flexible crepe paper carrier coated with a high-quality natural rubber adhesive. The tape conforms easily to curved profiles, contours, and complex vehicle surfaces, ensuring clean paint lines and effective surface protection.

  Compatible with both water-based and solvent-based paints, the tape maintains adhesion throughout the painting and drying cycle while removing cleanly without residue after heat exposure. The available beige and medium green colors improve visibility during masking, inspection, and removal, helping technicians work efficiently and accurately.

• Features & Benefits

  • Extreme Heat Resistance: Specifically rated for a 110°C (30 min) drying cycle, making it ideal for professional infrared or oven-bake paint systems.
  • UV Resistant: Clean removal after up to 7 days of outdoor exposure.
  • Superior Conformability: The flexible crepe backing stretches to follow the most challenging automotive contours without lifting or tearing.
  • Paint Compatibility: Suitable for most common water-based and solvent-based automotive paints.
  • Clean, Residue-Free Removal: Removes cleanly after heat exposure without surface damage.
  • Enhanced Visibility: Colored backing improves accuracy during masking and removal.

Applications

• This High Temperature Automotive Masking Tape is the preferred choice for several high-stakes applications:

  • Automotive Paint Refinishing: Masking panels for multi-stage paint jobs in professional spray booths.
  • High-End Restoration: Perfect for classic car detailing where precision on curved chrome and trim is vital.
  • Industrial Coating: Suitable for any manufacturing process involving high-heat drying cycles.
  • Wet Sanding & Polishing: Protecting sensitive areas from abrasion and moisture during paint correction.
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Technical Data Sheet

• Backing / Carrier: Crepe paper
• Adhesive: Natural rubber
• Available Colors: Beige, Medium Green
• Total Thickness: 160 μm
• Tensile Strength: 85 N / 25 mm
• Elongation at Break: 7%
• Adhesion to Steel: 6.5 N / 25 mm
• Initial Tack (Ball No.): 18
• UV Resistance: Up to 7 days
• Service Temperature: Up to 110 °C (30 minutes)

FAQ:

Q1: Can this tape be left on a car parked outside?
A: Yes. The tape is UV resistant and allows for clean removal up to 7 days even when exposed to outdoor sunlight.

Q2: Is the Green tape different from the Beige tape?
A: Both colors share the same technical specifications. The Medium Green option is often preferred for better contrast against light-colored vehicles, improving masking accuracy.

Q3: Does it work with water-based paints?
A: Absolutely. It is designed for maximum versatility and is fully compatible with both water- and solvent-based paint systems.

Q4: How does the "110°C" rating help my shop?
A: Many modern automotive lacquers require high-temperature bake cycles to cure correctly. This tape will not melt, shrivel, or leave adhesive behind during these 30-minute cycles.

Q5: Does the tape leave residue after heat exposure?
A: No. When used within recommended conditions, it removes cleanly without leaving adhesive residue.