3M™ Polyester Tape 8902
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Details
Highlights
- Works in demanding conditions and high temperatures ranging from -6°F (-5°C) to 4°F (24°C)
- Clean removal during high-temperature masking operations such as powder coating
- Polyester film offers excellent thermal and chemical resistance while maintaining flexibility
- Removes cleanly from stainless steel, anodized aluminum and glass after a 5 hour. bake cycle at 350°F (177°C)
- Silicone adhesive provides clean removal from a variety of surfaces
- Translucent blue backing provides easy identification and positioning
- Commonly used as a protective tape during shipping and handling operations
- Waterproof and easily removable
3M™ Polyester Tape 8902 excels in high temperature masking operations such as powder coat painting. Coated with a silicone adhesive, this tape bonds to a variety of difficult surfaces. It is chemical resistant and performs under a wide range of temperatures and environments. This tape is a thicker version of 3M™ Polyester Tape 8901.
3M™ Polyester Tape 8902 is a thicker, more durable polyester tape ideal for masking in high temperature applications and adheres well to silicone coated surfaces. The translucent blue backing is tear resistant. Coated with a silicone adhesive, this tape functions well in masking for powder coating to provide sharp paint lines. It removes cleanly and in one piece from most surfaces, avoiding slivering and breaking. This tape also excels in permanent splicing operations on silicone liners, papers, and films subject to high temperatures. Dispensable and appropriate for outdoor use.
Suggested applications
- Masking parts for high temperature powder coat painting
- Splicing of silicone liners, films and papers
- Holding parts or vacuum bags during composite bonding operations
- Flash breaker in metal bonding processes where the excess epoxy (flash) flows on the tape
- Protective tape reduces scratches during handling and shipping
Typical Properties
| Adhesive Type | Silicone |
| Applications | Transportation, Aerospace, Appliance, Construction, Electronics, General Industrial, Automotive, Military and Government, Specialty Vehicle, Metalworking |
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyester |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Imperial) | 2 in |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric) | 0.05 mm |
| Brands | 3M™ |
| Elongation at Break | 140.0 % |
| Industries | Automotive, Electronics, Military and Government, Specialty Vehicle, Appliance, Construction, Transportation, General Industrial, Print |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 204 °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 400 null |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | -60 null |
| Product Colour | Blue |
| Smallest Saleable Unit | Roll |
| Specifications Met | ASTM D3330, ASTM D3652, ASTM D3759 |
| Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 46.0 lb/in |
| Tensile Strength (metric) | 101.5 N/100mm, 1015 N/100mm |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 3.4 Milli-inch (mil) |
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (metric) | 0.09 mm |
| Units per Case | 24.0 Roll, 36.0 Roll, 48.0 Roll |
| Overall Length (Imperial) | 72 yd |
| Overall Length (Metric) | 65.8 m |
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 0.8 in, 1 in, 2 in |
| Overall Width (Metric) | 1.9 mm, 2.5 cm, 50.8 cm |
Resources
23-936450-e4e-engineered-tapes-reference-guide-pdfa.pdfCatalogs
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| Overall Width (Metric) | 1.9 mm, 2.5 cm, 50.8 cm | |||
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (metric) | 0.09 mm | |||
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 0.8 in, 1 in, 2 in | |||
| Total Tape Thickness without Liner (Imperial) | 3.4 Milli-inch (mil) | |||
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyester | |||
| Product Colour | Blue |
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