Patco 168/168-68 Automotive Fineline Masking Tape provides good high temperature performance when used for applications such as automotive OEM fineline and bulk masking, automotive metal parts masking, short-term outdoor masking, high temperature bake cycles, clean room paint masking. Blue Gloss in color and also available in incremental sizes.
Product Information:
Product Construction
Single-Coated Tape
Color(s)
Blue
Custom color(s)
Blue Gloss
Gauge / Mil
5.0 mil
Carrier / Support / Facestock
PVC Film
Adhesive Type
Rubber
Liner Type
None
Peel Strength / Adhesion to Steel
26 oz/in
Tensile Strength
11 lb/in
Elongation %
160%
Operating Temp Range
40 to 280 °F
Performance Category / Characteristics
Moisture/Water Resistance
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 45m)*
Clean room paint masking
OEM paintline and powerwash operations
Short-term outdoor masking
Autobody aftermarket fineline color separations
Automotive metal parts masking
