3M 7000048401 Vinyl Marking Tape Black 2in X 36yd

Product Description

The 3M 7000048401 is a 5.2 mil black vinyl tape designed for lane marking, safety marking, color coding, masking, and surface protection in industrial and commercial environments. It features a conformable vinyl backing combined with a rubber-based adhesive that provides clean removal without leaving residue. The dead-stretch construction helps maintain straight, uniform lines on flat and irregular surfaces. Licensed tradespeople and facility maintenance professionals install this tape for durable floor marking, pipe wrapping, and abrasion protection across a wide range of substrates.

This tape is well suited for both indoor and outdoor applications where consistent color retention under heavy abrasion is required. Common uses include safety lane demarcation in warehouses and production floors, color coding of pipes and conduit, masking curved or irregular surfaces during finishing operations, and decorative or identification banding. The vinyl construction provides good resistance to common solvents, making it appropriate for use in light industrial, HVAC mechanical room, and plumbing utility environments.

Key Features

• 5.2 mil vinyl backing maintains color and integrity under heavy abrasion
• Dead-stretch properties deliver straight, consistent line edges
• Rubber adhesive bonds to curved and irregular surfaces without lifting
• Clean removal leaves minimal adhesive residue on most surfaces
• Good solvent resistance for use in mechanical and industrial settings
• Suitable for masking, wrapping, sealing, lane marking, and color coding

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose vinyl marking and masking tape compatible with smooth, semi-smooth, and irregular surfaces including concrete, metal, PVC, and painted substrates typical in HVAC, plumbing, and light industrial applications.

Installation Notes

Surface should be clean, dry, and free of oils or loose particles before application for best adhesion. Apply with firm, even pressure along the tape length to seat the adhesive and eliminate air pockets. For floor marking, a roller applicator is recommended to ensure consistent contact. Remove tape at a low angle and at a steady pace to avoid surface damage and maintain clean edges.

Technical Specifications

• Tape Thickness: 5.2 mil
• Width: 2 inches
• Length: 36 yards per roll
• Backing Material: Vinyl
• Adhesive Type: Rubber
• Color: Black
• Weight: 0.71 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Roll
• UPC: 00021200043062

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000048401