Patco 168 PVC Automotive High Temperature Fineline Masking Tape, Blue, 1 in x 108 ft, 48 Per Case

Patco 168/168-68 Automotive Fineline Masking Tape is engineered for high-performance masking in the automotive industry, offering excellent high-temperature resistance and precision. This tape is designed for use in applications such as automotive OEM fineline and bulk masking, automotive metal parts masking, and clean room paint masking. With its solvent and moisture-resistant PVC film backing and rubber-based adhesive, Patco 168 provides clean, sharp paint lines even after exposure to high-temperature bake cycles. The blue gloss finish ensures visibility during application, and the recyclable plastic core keeps the tape clean and free from dust and contaminants. Available in various sizes, this tape is the ideal choice for precise, high-temperature masking applications.

• PVC Film Backing: The PVC film backing provides excellent resistance to solvents and moisture, ensuring that the tape remains intact during high-temperature processes. Its conformability allows it to handle tight curves and compound surfaces, making it ideal for fineline masking. Additionally, the backing can be printed for identification or labeling purposes.
• Crisp Fineline Edge: The tape is designed to deliver crisp, clean paint lines, ensuring precise color separations during automotive finishing processes. This makes it perfect for OEM paintlines and aftermarket applications.
• Rubber-Based Adhesive: The rubber-based adhesive offers superior performance in high-temperature environments, withstanding bake cycles up to 280°F for 45 minutes. It provides strong adhesion without leaving residue, ensuring clean removability after the paint curing process.
• Clean-Cut Plastic Core: The recyclable plastic core is dust-free and contaminant-free, maintaining the cleanliness of the tape during storage and handling, making it ideal for clean room applications and other sensitive environments.
• Short-Term Outdoor Masking: The tape is also suitable for short-term outdoor masking, providing reliable performance in various weather conditions.

Ideal Uses: Patco 168/168-68 Automotive Fineline Masking Tape is perfect for a variety of automotive masking applications, including fineline and bulk masking for OEM paintlines, masking of automotive metal parts, and short-term outdoor masking. It excels in high-temperature bake cycles, providing clean, sharp edges without residue, and is ideal for use on RIM and TPO plastics, as well as in clean room environments for paint masking and powerwash operations.

Usage and Maintenance: For best results, apply Patco 168/168-68 tape to clean, dry surfaces. Ensure the tape is pressed firmly into place to prevent any paint bleed during high-temperature bake cycles. Its clean removability after exposure to high heat makes it an excellent choice for automotive and industrial applications requiring precision and durability.