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| 3M Protective Films and Protective Tape. |
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This section includes 3m protective films, protective tape, automotive paint protective film, removable protective film, car protective tape, 3M polymask
(also known as poly mask), protective poly film and uv protective film. Factors that can affect the use and performance of a
3M™ Protective Tape in a particular
application are surface texture of substrate, surface preparation of
substrate, method and conditions of tape application, time and environmental
conditions and storage conditions. There are four basic steps for product
selection:
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Determine the appropriate film backing.
Determine the best overall adhesive range needed to protect your substrate.
Determine surface compatibility to be protected.
Test for desired performance.
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It is essential that the user evaluate the
3M™ Protective Tape to determine whether
it is suitable for a particular purpose to meet the user's expectation.
For specific product information concerning your application, please
contact us at (800)952-7424.
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Suggested Products for some Applications |
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3M Protective Films for Metals: Protection of painted metal surfaces is important
during stamping and shearing operations, as well as during transit and
installation. To help prevent surface damage, 3M™ Protective Tape is
applied to the metal coil after sheeting, prior to the door being
formed.
Suggested Products:
2A10, 2A12
(for gloss finishes)
2A26,
2A29,
2A87 for (flat
finishes)
Optional Products:
25A10, 25A12
(for gloss) 25A26,
25A29,
25A87 for (flat). |
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3M Protective Tape for Metal Fabrication:
Early in the fabrication process, prior to
sheeting, 3M™ Protective Tape is laminated to the metal coils to help
protect the metal from abrasion during shearing, stacking, stamping, and
assembly operations.
Suggested Products:
25A25,
25A26,
3125 and
3126
Optional Products:
25M26X,
3W25X and
3W26X. |
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Protective Film for Marble Sinks/Spas and Countertops:
A protective tape should be applied after final finishing to the sink,
spa, or countertop prior to packaging, shipping and installation. This
helps ensure a scratch-free product. Suggested Products:
25A12,
25A25 and
25A26 for
clean surfaces,
25A87, 3187
and 4187 for
surfaces that have not been cleaned prior to installation.
Optional Products:
5126, 5187. |
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Polymask for Light Switches and Door
Kick Plates: 3M™ Protective Tapes are
an excellent choice to help protect surfaces, like these switches and
kick plates, from damage that can occur during production, transit and
installation.
Suggested Products:
2105, 2110,
25A10,
3110 and
3112
Optional Products:
2A10 and 25A10
Screw & Small Parts: Pieces
can be packaged using Cold Seal® products to help keep small parts
securely together and to prevent scratching of other items within the
same package.
Suggested products:
3130,
4130 and
5130 |
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Protective Film for Automotive Lights: 3M™ Protective Tapes
3W26X and
25M26X have
excellent UV properties while providing protection from abrasion and
scratching during manufacturing, shipping and installation.
3W26X and
25M26X offer
excellent outdoor UV resistance for up to one year.
Optional UV Products: 2AU23B/UV, 2AU26B/UV, 31U23C/UV and 31U26C/UV |
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Protective Film for Automotive Mirrors: Many applications require a UV stable
backing. 3M™ Protective Tapes
2AU23B/UV and 31U26C/UV are excellent choices for protecting mirror
finishes from abrasion and marring. These tapes resist the affects
of prolonged UV exposure for up to 3 months. New translucent UV
protective tapes offer the ability to inspect parts through the tape.
Optional Products: 2AU26B/UV (blue) and 31U23C/UV (clear) |
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Protective Tape for Graphics:
Printed graphics such as nameplates and signage need to be protected to
prevent damage to the printed surface during manufacturing, transit and
installation. Suggested Products:
2104,
2105,
3104 and
3105 for
polished surfaces,
2125, 2126,
3125 and
3126 for low
gloss surfaces,
2A29, 25A29,
25A88 and
3188 for matte
textured surfaces. |
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Carpet Protection Films: 3M™ EZ Unwind Protective
Carpet Tapes are the simple solution for temporary protection of
carpeting. Suggested products: Automotive and RV carpets 2E93EZ,
2E95EZ and 3195EZ. Commercial and Residential carpets
2E79,
3179 and
2E93EZ.
Marine and Aerospace carpets that require a fire retardant product
4F79,
4F92. |
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General Product Information
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Film Backings:
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2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 mil Polyethylene
1 mil Polyester
2 and 6 mil Polypropylene
2, 2.5 and 5 mil Co-extruded "A" Film
2 mil "E"
3 mil Co-Extruded Black/White Film
4 mil Fire Retardant Polyethylene
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Adhesion Guidelines:
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Adhesive
Oz/Inch
04, 05
1.0 - 1.8
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2.0 - 3.0
12
3.0 - 4.0
25, 26
6.0 - 8.0
29, 55, 56, 58
9.0 - 11.5
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18.0
87, 88
13.0 - 15.0
79, 93EZ, 95EZ
20.0 - 25.0
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General Information:
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Standard web sizes vary by backing. Typical widths
are 48", 60" and 72".
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All orders are custom slit. Custom sizes are
available from widths of 2" to 72" and lengths up to 5,000'.
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Custom Options:
Cross Perforations
Center Perforations
Colored Backings
Printing
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