3M® Masking Tapes

Masking

Masking Made Simple:

Now it is simple to choose the best tape for any job.

3M 101+Value. For light duty basic jobs.

3M 201+General Use. Easy to handle, apply and remove.

3M 301+Performance. Ideal for industrial paint masking and bundling.

3M 401+High Performance. Superior adhesion and conformability.

3M 501+Specialty High Temperature. 300° F for 30 minutes.

Masking - General Purpose:

Light duty sealing, bundling and masking.

3M 178Freezer tape. Holds firm down to -40°F.

3M 2209/101+Most economical for non-critical applications.

3M 202Premium. Solvent and moisture resistant.

3M 203Excellent value, general purpose tape.

3M 2214Light duty tape for sealing and bundling.

3M 2307Utility grade for non-critical applications.

3M 2308Light industrial applications.

3M 2600Light duty for non-critical applications.

Masking - Industrial:

Withstands higher temperatures.

3M 213Safe to use on aluminum.

3M 225Outdoor tape. Weather and UV resistant.

3M 226Outdoor tape for metal surfaces.

3M 231Outdoor tape for metal surfaces.

3M 232Tough, high performance professional grade.

3M 234General purpose industrial applications.

3M 2364Cost effective for high temperature paint masking.

3M 2380Clean removal from hot or cold surfaces.

3M 2393Clean removal from both metal and plastic surfaces.

3M 2693Conformable, for automobile paint masking.

Masking - Fine Line:

Conformable. High precision paint masking.

3M 215Excellent for irregular surfaces and complex shapes.

3M 218Flawless paint line. Leaves no residue.

3M 4737SExceptional flexibility. Holds precise paint lines along tight curves.

3M 4737TTranslucent backing. Holds precise paint lines along tight curves.

Masking - Flatback:

Stiff backing for smooth, clean lines.

3M 250Strong paper backing. Aggressive adhesive.

3M 256Smooth flatback paper. Easy to write on.

3M 2460Ultra thin tape. High temperature.

3M 2515Moisture resistant backing. Hand tearable.

3M 2517For splicing liner boards and general purpose applications.

3M 2525High contrast orange for easy visibility.

3M 2526Excellent hold on natural and synthetic fibers.

3M 346Thick tape. Protects surfaces and items in transit.

Masking - Painter's:

Paint masking with clean removal on various surfaces.

3M 2020Economical, temporary quick-fix tape.

3M 2050Mask cabinets, windows, doors, wall trim.

3M 2060Mask lacquered surfaces. Sticks to stucco, concrete and wood.

3M 2080Low tack adhesive. Safe release for delicate surfaces.

3M 2090Designed for outdoor use with clean removal.

Masking Paper:

Mask large areas during painting.

3M 6512Strong and flexible. Resists solvents, lacquers and enamels.