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Scotch Fine Line Tape 218 is a high-performance polypropylene plastic tape that has both a low profile and high adhesion for use in painting long straight lines and sweeping curves where a crisp, sharp paint line is desired. It is often used as a layout tape for high value multi-color and custom painted graphics.

3M Vinyl Foam Tape 4718 includes a closed cell, medium-density foam backing with a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive on one side. It allows for quick-stick to a variety of substrates including many metals, glass and plastics. The silicone treated white paper liner allows for die cutting without having to laminate another liner to the foam.

3M Polyester Tape 8902 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. This tape is a thicker version of 3M Polyester Tape 8901.

For tape applications requiring resistance to most chemicals used in electroplating and anodizing processes, use the 3M Electroplating Tape 470. This tan, conformable tape features an abrasion resistant backing ideal for use with plating chemicals, anodizing chemicals, milling, etching and peening operations.

3M Conformable Sound Management Film Tape 9343 is designed with a black, non-woven backing and acrylic adhesive on a polyester liner. The non-woven, microfiber backing is unique in that it provides conformability, elasticity, compressibility and durability. This tape is engineered to help reduce noise, vibration, squeaks and rattles in automotive interior applications.

Used to protect surfaces from abrasion, 3M UHMW-PE Film Tape 5425 is a thin caliper general purpose polyethylene tape that creates a “slip plane” effect to allow contact without wear. This tape features outstanding chemical resistance and a unique combination of properties that make it ideal for many tough impact wear or sliding applications.

Dream, Design, Deliver with 3M VHB Tape 4951. It is a white, 0.045 in (1.1 mm), low temp appliable adhesive on both sides of a firm, acrylic foam core. It can replace rivets, welds and screws. It offers design flexibility with its viscoelasticity and powerful ability to bond to a variety of surfaces.

3M Vibration Damping Tape 434 is a low temperature, silver, dead soft aluminum foil tape. The constraining layer is coated with a pressure sensitive viscoelastic polymer on a blue polyethylene easy release liner. This tape absorbs and dissipates vibration and reduces noise. It is useful for a variety of applications in the aerospace, automotive, construction, appliance and MRO industries.

3M Hook Fastener SJ3526N is one part of a two-part fastener solution designed to provide great durability for thousands of closures. With its high performance rubber-based pressure sensitive adhesive backing, this fastener allows for easy and convenient attachment to a variety of substrates, including plastics.

3M Double Coated Tape 9832HL+ provides high initial adhesion and good holding power on a variety of substrates. The thin, polyester film carrier provides dimensional stability and improved handling during slitting and die cutting. It is commonly used on particle board, melamine, HPL, wood, plywood, plastics and foam.

3M Double Coated Tape 9832+ provides high initial adhesion and good holding power on a variety of substrates. The thin, polyester film carrier provides dimensional stability and improved handling during slitting and die cutting. It is commonly used for plastics and foam.

3M Adhesive Transfer Tape 9775WL+ bonds various fabricated foams, fabrics, and substrates thanks to an adhesive that flows into crevices and voids without the addition of heat. Specifically, this tape utilizes 3M Adhesive 300MP+, a high-tack acrylic that delivers an initial bond and full adhesion within 72 hours — coated onto a 96 lb white polycoated kraft paper liner that is ideal for die-cutting and converting processes.