Patco 172/172-68 Automotive Fineline Masking Tape provides good high temperature backing when used for applications such as automotive OEM fineline and bulk masking, short-term outdoor masking, high temperature bake cycles, and clean room paint masking. Dark Blue in color and also available in incremental sizes.
Product Information:
Adhesive Type
Rubber
Carrier / Support / Facestock
PVC Film
Elongation %
140%
Gauge / Mil
7.0 mil
Liner Type
Paper
Operating Temp Range
40 to 280 °F
Peel Strength / Adhesion to Steel
20 oz/in
Performance Category / Characteristics
Moisture/Water Resistance
Tensile Strength
17 lb/in
Color(s)
Blue
Custom color(s)
Dark Blue Gloss
Product Construction
Single-Coated Tape
Features & Benefits:
PVC Film Backing
Solvent and moisture resistant
Handles compound and tight radius curves
Crisp, fineline edge
Printable backing
Rubber Based Adhesive
Good high temperature performance
Clean removability after bake cycle
Clean-cut Plastic Core
Recyclable and clean - no dust or contaminants
Regions Available
Global
Ideal For:
Automotive OEM fineline and bulk masking (RIM and TPO plastics)
High temperature bake cycles (280 °F up to 45 minutes)
Clean room paint masking
OEM paintline and powerwash operations
Short-term outdoor masking
Autobody aftermarket fineline color separations
