IPG PG21 High Temp Premium Paper Masking Tape - ASTM D6123/D6123M (1), CID AA-883B (1), BAC5317

Interchangeable with 3M Performance Masking Tape 2380

IPG PG21 High Temp Premium Paper Masking Tape is a state-of-the-art, professional-grade masking solution engineered for precision and reliability in extreme heat applications. Featuring a robust, smooth, and highly conformable paper backing combined with a specially formulated, high-temperature resistant adhesive, this tape delivers razor-sharp paint lines without bleed-through. It is designed to withstand demanding paint bake cycles up to 325°F (163°C) for 30 minutes, and offers impeccable, residue-free, one-piece removal even after prolonged exposure to heat. Its consistent performance, strong adhesion, and clean release make IPG PG21 an indispensable tool for critical masking tasks where achieving a pristine finish in elevated temperatures is essential.

Key Characteristics:

• Exceptional High-Temperature Performance: Specifically designed to endure and perform reliably in high-temperature paint cure cycles, capable of withstanding up to 325°F (163°C) for 30 minutes. This prevents adhesive breakdown, residue transfer, or scorching during demanding bake cycles.
  
• Premium Paper Backing: Utilizes a highly refined, smooth crepe paper that offers superior conformability to complex curves, contours, and irregular surfaces. Its strength resists tearing during application and removal.
  
• Advanced High-Temp Adhesive: Features a specially engineered synthetic rubber or acrylic adhesive that provides excellent initial tack, maintains secure and consistent adhesion throughout the bake cycle, and ensures ultra-clean, residue-free removal without ghosting or surface damage.
  
• Precision Masking for Sharp Lines: The tape's thin profile and adhesive formulation create a tight seal, effectively preventing paint bleed-under and ensuring consistently sharp, crisp paint edges.
  
• Resistant to Wet Sanding & Solvents: The backing and adhesive are formulated to resist moisture and common paint solvents, allowing for use in wet sanding processes and compatibility with both solvent-based and waterborne paint systems.
  
• Controlled, Smooth Unwind: Engineered for consistent and smooth unwinding from the roll, facilitating efficient and precise application without frustrating breaks or sticky residue on the sides of the roll.
  
• UV Resistance (Typical): Often provides good resistance to ultraviolet light for a limited period (e.g., 1-3 days), offering flexibility for projects that might involve some outdoor exposure before painting.
  
• One-Piece, Clean Removal: A critical performance attribute, ensuring the tape peels off in one piece without slivering, tearing, or leaving any adhesive residue, minimizing rework and surface preparation.

Application in Aviation:

• IPG PG21 High Temp Premium Paper Masking Tape is a vital consumable in the most demanding painting, finishing, and protective applications within aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations:
  
• Aircraft Exterior Painting with Bake Cycles: Indispensable for masking sensitive areas such as windows, sensors, landing gear cutouts, engine inlets, intricate livery designs, and composite panels before the aircraft enters large paint booths equipped with forced-air, high-temperature curing ovens.
  
• Engine Component & Nacelle Finishing: Applied for precise masking of jet engine components, nacelles, and other parts that undergo specialized painting, powder coating, or thermal spray processes requiring elevated temperatures.
  
• Complex Graphics & Stenciling: Facilitates the creation of extremely precise and intricate stenciled markings, national insignia, warning labels, and aircraft registration numbers, even with multiple paint layers and heat curing.
  
• Composite Fabrication & Curing: Utilized in advanced composite manufacturing processes for masking areas during lay-up, bonding, or sanding, particularly when high-temperature curing (e.g., in an autoclave or oven) is part of the process.
  
• Precision Repair & Touch-Up: Essential for highly accurate masking during localized paint repairs or touch-ups on the airframe or components where portable heat lamps or small bake ovens are utilized.
  
• Substrate Protection: Used to protect adjacent surfaces during chemical stripping processes (where compatible), sanding, or other abrasive operations on critical aerospace components.

• All in-stock orders are processed within 1–2 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email.
• 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.

• Returns and damage claims must be made within a maximum of 3 business days after receiving the product, with prior authorization from Aircraft Shop Supply (Return Material Authorization - RMA). Returns without prior notice or written authorization will not be accepted. We strongly recommend inspecting the product upon delivery; many products require special storage conditions for which we are not responsible once they arrive to the client's facility. Please review the product's SDS for proper storage and handling.
• For products with 3 to 6 months of remaining shelf life, claims must be made within the next 2 business days after receipt.
• Returns are not accepted for products with less than 3 months of remaining shelf life.
• Returns are not accepted for products purchased during a low Shelf Life promotion, items sold with discounts, or special orders that must be placed directly with the factory.
• The customer is responsible for the return shipping cost, except in cases where the return is due to an error on the part of Aircraft Shop Supply.
• Refunds will only be issued after the product has been inspected and no damage is found.
• A 25% Restocking Fee will be charged for returns of products in good condition that are either no longer needed or were ordered incorrectly.
• A 35% Restocking Fee will be charged for returns of products with one year or less of remaining shelf life.
• No Restocking Fee will be charged if Aircraft Shop Supply is responsible for incorrectly shipping a product, or if the order is damaged upon leaving the warehouse.
• Hazardous Materials & Dangerous Goods: These items are sold as final and are not eligible for return approval.

At Aircraft Shop Supply, we are committed to shipping the highest quality and freshest product possible. To ensure efficient stock rotation and meet aviation industry standards, our inventory management is governed by the following policy:

1. Scope of Application
All Sales Channels: This policy applies to all orders processed by Aircraft Shop Supply, including but not limited to: website purchases, direct email orders, formal Purchase Orders (POs), phone orders, and contract agreements.

2. Inventory Management (FIFO)
All products with an expiration date are managed and shipped on a strict "First In – First Out" (FIFO) basis.

3. Minimum Shipping Margin
Standard Guarantee: We will not ship any products with fewer than 30 days of use remaining (days before expiration), unless previously coordinated and agreed upon with the customer.

No Automatic Guarantees: Outside of this 30-day minimum margin, Aircraft Shop Supply does not make any automatic guarantee as to the specific length of time remaining on any shelf-life item for standard orders.

4. Special Customer Requirements
We understand that certain projects, maintenance schedules, or regulatory standards require strict specifications. If your order has specific shelf-life requirements, please proceed as follows:

How to Request: If you require a specific Date of Manufacture (DOM), Date of Expiration (DOE), or a specific minimum shelf-life percentage (%), you must clearly state this requirement:

In the Comments/Notes section when placing an online order.

Explicitly written on your Purchase Order (PO) or quote request email for offline orders.

Validation Process: Once your requirement is received:

We will ship your order if the available stock matches your specifications.

If we do not have the exact batch, we will contact you prior to shipping with the shelf-life percentage (%) or dates we have available for your acceptance.

5. Limitation of Liability and Validity of Information
To ensure transparency and manage expectations, the following terms and conditions apply:

Time-Limited Validity: Any information provided by our team regarding the remaining shelf-life percentage (%) is valid only at the exact time the inquiry is made. Due to high inventory turnover, availability is subject to change without prior notice.

Informational Purposes Only: Shelf-life data provided by Aircraft Shop Supply is strictly for informational purposes and reflects the availability at the moment of inquiry. It does not constitute a batch reservation or a product warranty.

Supply Chain Liability Exclusion: Aircraft Shop Supply is not responsible for the time elapsed or any product expiration that occurs after the order has been prepared and packed. This includes, but is not limited to: the time between order placement, carrier transit times, intermediary storage, customs delays, and final delivery to the end user. It is the customer's responsibility to account for these logistical lead times within their planning.