IPG MM (Mint Mask) High Temp Premium Paper Masking Tape

Interchangeable with 3M Performance Yellow Masking Tape 301

MM (Mint Mask) High Temp Premium Paper Masking Tape is a specialized, high-performance masking tape characterized by its distinctive mint green color and advanced adhesive system. It is specifically engineered to provide superior performance in high-temperature bake cycles and demanding industrial finishing processes, making it ideal for aviation applications. This tape features a smooth, robust paper backing combined with a pressure-sensitive rubber-based adhesive that ensures excellent adhesion, sharp paint lines, and clean, residue-free removal even after exposure to elevated temperatures (e.g., up to 300°F/149°C for 30 minutes to an hour, or higher for shorter durations). Its conformability and resistance to bleed-through make it a premium choice for critical masking tasks.

Key Characteristics:

• Mint Green Color: Provides high visibility for easy identification of masked areas.
  
• High Temperature Resistance: Designed to withstand elevated temperatures, typically up to 300°F (149°C) for extended periods (e.g., 30-60 minutes), and even higher for shorter bursts, common in aerospace paint bake cycles.
  
• Premium Paper Backing: A strong, smooth, and saturated crepe paper backing that offers excellent conformability to curves and irregular surfaces while resisting tearing.
  
• Advanced Rubber-Based Adhesive: Formulated for strong, immediate tack, superior adhesion during high-temperature exposure, and clean, residue-free removal without ghosting or adhesive transfer.
  
• Sharp Paint Lines: Prevents paint bleed-through, ensuring crisp, professional paint edges.
  
• Excellent Wet Sanding Properties: Resists water penetration, making it suitable for wet sanding applications without degradation.
  
• UV Resistance: Often provides good UV resistance for some outdoor exposure, preventing adhesive breakdown or difficult removal.
  
• Consistent Unwind: Ensures smooth and easy dispensing from the roll, improving application efficiency.
  
• Strong Holding Power: Reliably holds masking materials in place during paint application and drying processes.

Application in Aviation:

• Component Finishing and Coating: Used in workshops for masking individual aircraft parts (e.g., engine cowlings, structural components, access panels) that undergo painting, powder coating, or other high-temperature finishing processes.
  
• Precise Stenciling: Ensures extremely sharp lines for stenciled markings, aircraft identification numbers, and intricate livery details, even with multiple coats and bake cycles.
  
• Primer and Topcoat Application: Reliably masks areas during the application of various aerospace primers and topcoats, many of which require heat curing.
  
• Repair and Touch-Up: Essential for precise masking during localized paint repairs or touch-ups on the airframe or components that might involve heat lamps or bake cycles.
  
• Composite Curing: Can be used in some composite manufacturing or repair processes that involve moderate heat, where masking is required.

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• Orders with a lead time will ship according to the estimated shipping time shown on the product page.
• If we experience a high volume of orders or if an item is backordered, processing times may be slightly delayed. We will notify you promptly via email.

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