{"product_id":"ipg-aquamask-am-aerospace-tape","title":"IPG AquaMask AM High-Performance Aerospace Masking Tape (3M 301+ Equivalent)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Performance Aerospace Masking Tape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIPG AM AquaMask (American® Brand) is a medium-grade, high-performance masking tape engineered with a distinctive aqua-colored crepe paper backing and a pressure-sensitive natural rubber\/resin adhesive system. Specially formulated for demanding painting and finishing applications involving bake cycles up to **225°F (107°C) for 30 minutes**, it serves as a direct performance equivalent to \u003cstrong\u003e3M Performance Masking Tape 301+\u003c\/strong\u003e. AquaMask delivers exceptional edge adhesion, superior conformability to complex contours, and razor-sharp paint lines without bleed-through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAviation Maintenance Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to work seamlessly with both traditional solvent-based and modern waterborne aerospace coating systems, AM AquaMask resists water penetration during wet sanding processes. Its UV-stabilized backing allows up to 3 days of clean, outdoor exposure without adhesive transfer, ghosting, or surface staining on bare metals, composite structures, or cured topcoats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Please verify your required roll dimensions and case quantities with our aviation supply specialists before completing your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect 3M 301+ Alternative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interchangable with 3M Performance Masking Tape 301+, offering top-tier performance at a cost-effective shop price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterborne \u0026amp; Solvent Paint Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated to resist moisture penetration and edge lifting under both solvent-based and waterborne aerospace primers and topcoats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e225°F Thermal Bake Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withstands paint oven bake cycles and infrared drying lamps up to 225°F (107°C) for 30 minutes without backing degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Day Outdoor UV Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists adhesive breakdown and backing embrittlement for up to 3 days of temporary outdoor flight-line exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet Sanding Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturated crepe paper backing maintains structural integrity and edge seal during intensive wet sanding operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean One-Piece Removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peels away cleanly off metallic and composite substrates without tearing, slivering, or leaving sticky adhesive residue behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Aviation Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Painting \u0026amp; Repainting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential for masking off windows, landing gear components, engine inlets, and flight control surfaces during coating cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Livery \u0026amp; Stenciling Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates sharp, well-defined paint edges for aircraft registration numbers, national insignia, and multi-color livery designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMRO Component Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilized in workshops for masking individual panels, brackets, and fairings prior to painting, plating, or anodizing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Refurbishment \u0026amp; Composite Repair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used in cabin touch-ups and composite lay-up\/sanding procedures where residue-free removal is paramount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Cross-References\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer \/ Product Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntertape Polymer Group (IPG \/ American®) \/ AM AquaMask™ Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3M Cross-Reference Equivalent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect equivalent to 3M Performance Masking Tape 301+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Backing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated aqua crepe paper with natural rubber\/resin pressure-sensitive adhesive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Threshold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWithstands bake cycles up to 225°F (107°C) for 30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV Resistance Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResists UV degradation for up to 3 days of outdoor exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdhesive Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean, one-piece residue-free removal on metallic, composite, and painted substrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"background-color: #000; 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